2000 Polaris Universal ATV Owners Manual - Page 14

SAFETY WARNING AND OPERATION DECALS 2 WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND WARNINGS AND OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION. SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT FROM IGNORING WARNINGS OR IMPROPER USE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR THIS VEHICLE. CALL 1-800-342-3764 TO HAVE ONE PROVIDED AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. TO REDUCE TIPOVER RISK, BE ESPECIALLY CAREFUL WHEN ENCOUNTERING OBSTACLES AND SLOPES, WHEN BRAKING ON HILLS OR DURING TURNS. KEEP FEET ON FOOTRESTS AT ALL TIMES. HILL CLIMBING IS DANGEROUS, and should be attempted only by experienced operators. Start on shallow slopes and practice procedures described in Owner's Manual before trying steeper terrain. Some hills are too steep to safely stop or recover from an unsuccessful climbing attempt. Effectiveness of brakes is significantly reduced on hills. 25_ Never operate this ATV on grades steeper than 25 degrees . If vehicle slides backwards down hill, apply hand brakes with gradual, even pressure to avoid flipover. Never open throttle suddenly as flipover may result. REDUCE SPEED when operating this vehicle on rough or hilly terrain, or when carrying cargo on the racks. REVERSE OPERATION CAN BE DANGEROUS even at low speeds. Steering control becomes difficult. When backing up, proceed slowly and apply hand brakes carefully; aggressive braking may result in flipover. Avoid backing downhill. Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse. USE OVERRIDE FOR REVERSE SPEED LIMITER WITH CAUTION; It allows full engine power and can result in excessive speeds. Never activate override button while throttle is open, as loss of control may result. STOPPING DISTANCE MAY INCREASE with wet brakes or on wet surfaces. AUXILIARY FOOT BRAKE: The right foot auxiliary brake pedal operates the rear brake only. When backing up or when operating on hills, avoid sudden use of the auxiliary brake; aggressive braking may result in flipover. PARK BRAKE MAY RELAX WHEN USED FOR LONG PERIODS. When parking on grades, leave the gear shift in forward and don't leave brake engaged for more than 5 minutes. VEHICLE DESIGNED MAINLY FOR WARM WEATHER USE. Throttle linkage and brakes may stick if operated in freezing weather, causing loss of control. Dirt, mud, water, or other contaminants can also affect operation of controls. Check both frequently. ENGINE SHUT OFF SWITCH is available for use in event of throttle failure or other emergency when engine shut off is desired. NEVER PERMIT A GUEST TO OPERATE THIS ATV unless the guest has read the Owner's Manual and all labels, and has completed a certified training course. CAUTION: Do not shift transmission while vehicle is moving. 7078354 6