OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL 20.0
12. DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
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hand, arm, leg, or foot, if part of your body is caught underneath the
vehicle.
CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER
If you must cross shallow, slow moving water up to the floor of the
vehicle, choose your path carefully to avoid sharp drop-offs, large rocks,
or slippery surfaces that could cause the vehicle to overturn. Never
operate through water deeper than the floor of the vehicle or fast
flowing water. Wet brakes may have reduced effectiveness. After
leaving the water, test your brakes. If necessary, apply the brakes
several times to let friction dry out the linings.
NOTE: After running the vehicle in water, it is critical your machine is
serviced as outlined in the maintenance chart see “16.maintenance”.
The following areas need special attention: engine oil, transmission oil.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this vehicle through deep or fast-flowing water.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Loss of control, which could result in an accident including overturn,
which could increase the risk of drowning.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate in fast-flowing water or in water that exceeds the floor
level. Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability.
Test your brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them several
times to let friction dry out the linings.
RIDING OVER ROUGH TERRAIN
Operating over rough terrain should be done with caution. Look for
obstacles that could cause damage to the vehicle or could lead to a
rollover or accident. Avoid jumping the vehicle as injury, loss of control,
and damage to the vehicle could occur.
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