DIVISION I - SAFETY
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2-Up ATV Safety Alert
You should be aware that A 2-Up ATV IS
NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARD-
OUS TO OPERATE. A TRV handles dif-
ferently from other vehicles, including
motorcycles and cars. A collision or roll-
over can occur quickly, even during rou-
tine maneuvers such as turning and
driving on hills and over obstacles, if you
fail to take proper precautions.
TO AVOID DEATH OR
SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY:
*Always read the Operator’s Manual
carefully and follow the operating
procedures described. Pay special
attention to the warnings contained
in the manual and on all labels.
*Never
operate the ATV or ride as a
passenger without proper instruc-
tion. Take a training course
. Begin-
ners should complete a training
course.
*Never
allow anyone under 16 years
old to operate an Arctic Cat TRV.
*Never
carry a passenger under the
age of 12 on the ATV.
*Never
operate the ATV on pave-
ment. The ATV is not designed to be
used on paved surfaces and may be
difficult to control.
*Never
operate the ATV on a public
road, even a dirt or gravel one,
because you may not be able to
avoid colliding with another ATV.
Also, operating the ATV on a public
road may be against the law.
*Never
operate the ATV or ride as a
passenger without an approved
motorcycle helmet, eye protection,
boots, gloves, long pants, and a
long-sleeved shirt or jacket.
*Never
consume alcohol or drugs
before or while operating the ATV
or riding as a passenger.
*Never
operate the ATV at excessive
speeds. Go at a speed which is
proper for the terrain, visibility con-
ditions, and your experience.
*Never
attempt to do wheelies,
jumps, or other stunts.
*Always
be careful when operating
the ATV, especially when approach-
ing hills, turns, and obstacles and
when operating on unfamiliar or
rough terrain.
*Never
lend the ATV to anyone who
has not taken a training course.
*A
lways inspect the ATV each time
you use it to make sure it is in safe
operating condition. Always follow
the inspection and maintenance pro-
cedures and schedules described in
this manual.
*A
lways keep both hands on the han-
dlebar grips (operator)/handholds
(passenger) and both feet firmly
planted on the footrests of the ATV
during operation.
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