2008 Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 64
2008 Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Manual
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Driving Safely Driving Uphill OPERATION 15° Maximum Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions: 1. Drive straight uphill. 2. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum). 3. Keep both feet on the footrests. 4. Shift your weight uphill. 5. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening. 6. Remain alert and be prepared to take emergency action. This may include quick dismounting of the vehicle. WARNING Braking and handling are greatly affected when operating in hilly terrain. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn and result in serious injury or death. Avoid climbing steep hills (15° maximum). Use extreme caution when operating on hills, and follow proper operating procedures outlined in the owner's manual. 61
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61
OPERATION
Driving Safely
Driving Uphill
Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions:
1.
Drive straight uphill.
2.
Avoid steep hills (15
°
maximum).
3.
Keep both feet on the footrests.
4.
Shift your weight uphill.
5.
Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening.
6.
Remain alert and be prepared to take emergency action. This may
include quick dismounting of the vehicle.
WARNING
Braking and handling are greatly affected when operating in hilly terrain.
Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn and result in
serious injury or death.
Avoid climbing steep hills (15
°
maximum).
Use extreme caution when operating on hills, and follow proper operating
procedures outlined in the owner's manual.
15
°
Maximum