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SAFETY
OPERATOR SAFETY
Safe and responsible use of this vehicle is necessary to prevent dangerous conditions for the operator, passengers,
and other people in the area of operation. This section of the manual provides information on the safe operation of the
vehicle. Make sure to read, understand, and comply with all of this information to decrease the risk of personal injury
or death.
Seriousinjury or deathcan occurifyoudo not follow the instructions and procedures
showninthis owner’s manual.
• Read this entire manual and all product labels carefully. Follow the safety information and operating procedures
described.
• Operate your vehicle responsibly to prevent dangerous conditions for the operator, passengers and other people in
the area of operation
• Operate the vehicle responsibly and keep the vehicle in safe condition of operation.
• A damaged vehicle or a vehicle that is not functioning properly is dangerous and must not be operated until repairs
are made.
• Do not carry a passenger until you have a minimum of two hours driving experience on this vehicle.
• Keep feet, legs, hands, and arms inside the vehicle at all times.
• The driver must keep both hands on the steering wheel and both feet on the floor or pedals.
• Inspect the vehicle before each use to make sure it is in safe operating condition. Perform the pre-ride inspection
described in this manual. See page 21.
• Always have the vehicle checked by an authorized dealer if it is involved in an accident.
• Always put the direction selector in forward (F) and engage the parking brake before you exit the vehicle.
• Remove the key from the key switch when the vehicle is not in use to prevent accidental starting, unauthorized use
by someone below the age of 16, or someone without a driver’s license and proper training.
• Drive the vehicle at appropriate speeds for the terrain and conditions. Be aware of environmental conditions that
change the terrain and your ability to control the vehicle.
• Do not drive on excessively steep hills. Evaluate the terrain before descending a hill. Drive slowly and deliberately.
Use the brake to limit speed and maintain control. Sudden braking or turning can cause the loss of vehicle control.
Drive straight down the hill. Do not drive across the hill.
• Operate only in approved areas. Follow all applicable safety rules for the area.
• Avoid driving on terrain that is too rough for your vehicle’s capabilities and your driving skills.
• Before you drive in the reverse direction, make sure the area behind the vehicle is clear. Accelerate slowly and
avoid making sharp turns.
• Make sure the direction selector is in the correct position before pressing the accelerator pedal.
• Decrease the speed before and during turns.
• Decrease the speed when driving on wet or slippery surfaces.
• Bring the vehicle to a complete stop before moving the direction selector.
• Do not exceed the cargo or vehicle weight capacities. Do not exceed the occupant capacity. See SPECIFICA-
TIONS on page 49 for the vehicle load and seat capacity.
• If there is a risk of lightning, leave the vehicle and look for a safe location to wait until the lightning has stopped.
Additional information about safety is included throughout this manual or can be obtained from your dealer.
Failure to operate this vehicle as instructed can causecollision, loss of control, or roll-
overresulting in severe injury or death. Follow all safetywarningsinthis section of the
owner’s manual. See the OPERATION section of the owner’s manual for operating proce-
duresand additional safety information.
Unauthorized Operation
This vehicle is for adult use only. Any person below the age of 16 is not permitted to operate the vehi-
cle.
Any person who does not have a valid driver’s license is not permitted to operate the vehicle.
Any person who is below the height of 59 in. (150 cm) is not permitted to operate the vehicle.
Leaving the keys in the key switch allows unauthorized operation of the vehicle by someone under 16
years of age, an unlicensed driver, or someone who does not meet the height requirement. Always
remove the key from the key switch when the vehicle is not in operation.
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