2015 Kawasaki MULE 4010 Trans4x4 Owners Manual - Page 11

2015 Kawasaki MULE 4010 Trans4x4 Manual

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10 BASIC SAFE DRIVING Use Proper Riding Gear Proper protective gear can reduce the severity of injury in the event of an accident. Choose a helmet most appropriate for your use of this utility vehicle. A helmet can reduce the risk of head injuries. Wear appropriate eye protection and protective clothing. Wearing Seat Belts Both the operator and passenger(s) should always wear their seat belts properly. Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every accident, but in many cases a seat belt can reduce the risk of serious injury. Also, to avoid injury, do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason. Before Starting the Engine Three "musts" before starting the engine are: 1. 2. 3. Apply the parking brake, Put the gear shift lever in the "N" (neutral) position, Check the throttle pedal for proper operation. It should return to its rest position when released. Use the Parking Brake Always apply the parking brake before getting out of your vehicle. Obey Local Laws Know and obey all laws and regulations governing the use of off-highway vehicles in your area. Respect private property. Always try to preserve nature and the environment. Refueling Before refueling the vehicle, shut the engine off and make sure the area is well ventilated and free of any source of flame or sparks. Gasoline is very flammable. Tire Air Pressure Tire inflation and type can affect the vehicle's handling characteristics. Check the tire pressure frequently. Use only the recommended tires for replacement.

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10
BASIC SAFE DRIVING
Use Proper Riding Gear
Proper protective gear can reduce the severity of
injury in the event of an accident.
Choose a helmet most appropriate for your use of
this utility vehicle. A helmet can reduce the risk of
head injuries. Wear appropriate eye protection and
protective clothing.
Wearing Seat Belts
Both the operator and passenger(s) should al-
ways wear their seat belts properly.
Seat belts
cannot completely protect you in every accident,
but in many cases a seat belt can reduce the risk
of serious injury.
Also, to avoid injury, do not put
any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any
reason.
Before Starting the Engine
Three “musts” before starting the engine are:
1.
Apply the parking brake,
2.
Put the gear shift lever in the “N” (neutral) posi-
tion,
3.
Check the throttle pedal for proper operation. It
should return to its rest position when released.
Use the Parking Brake
Always apply the parking brake before getting out
of your vehicle.
Obey Local Laws
Know and obey all laws and regulations govern-
ing the use of off-highway vehicles in your area. Re-
spect private property. Always try to preserve nature
and the environment.
Refueling
Before refueling the vehicle, shut the engine off
and make sure the area is well ventilated and free
of any source of flame or sparks. Gasoline is very
flammable.
Tire Air Pressure
Tire inflation and type can affect the vehicle’s han-
dling characteristics.
Check the tire pressure fre-
quently.
Use only the recommended tires for re-
placement.