RIDING THE VEHICLE
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Bright Sunshine
Bright sunny days can considerably reduce your vision. The
glare from sun and snow may blind you to the extent that you
cannot easily distinguish ravines, ditches or other obstacles.
Goggles with colored lenses should always be worn under
these conditions.
Unseen Obstruction
There may be obstructions hidden beneath the snow. Driving
off established trails and in the woods requires reduced speed
and increased vigilance. Driving too fast in an area can make
even minor obstacles very hazardous. Even hitting a small
rock or stump could throw your snowmobile out of control and
cause injury to its riders. Stay on established trails to reduce
your exposure to hazards. Be safe, slow down and enjoy the
scenery.
Hidden Wires
Always be on the lookout for hidden wires, especially in areas
that may have been farmed at one time or another. Too many
accidents have been caused by running into wires in the fields,
guy wires next to poles and roads, and into chains and wires
used as road closures. Slow speeds are a must.
Obstacles and Jumping
Unplanned jumps of snowdrifts, snowplow ridges, culverts or
indistinguishable objects can be dangerous. You can avoid
them by wearing the proper color lenses or face shields and
by operating at a lower speed.
Jumping can be a hazardous situation. Be prepared before
landing to absorb the shock and brace yourself for the impact.
Knees must be flexed to act as shock absorbers. If the trail
does suddenly drop away from you, crouch (stand) towards
the rear of the vehicle and keep the skis up and straight ahead.
Apply partial throttle and brace yourself for the impact. Knees
must be flexed to act as shock absorbers.
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