2011 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Owners Manual - Page 27

SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Age 16 Warning WARNING Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death. NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16. 7175551 Clutch Cover Warning WARNING • Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard. To prevent serious injury, do not operate vehicle with guard removed. • Do not modify engine or clutch. Doing so can cause part failure, possible imbalance, and excessive engine RPM, which can result in serious injury or death. NO STEP 7172563 Rack Warning, Front and Rear WARNING • DO NOT TOW FROM RACK OR BUMPER. Vehicle damage or tipover may result causing severe injury or death. Tow only from tow hooks or hitch. • Max Rack Loads: Front 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear 180 lbs. (82 kg) 7172572 Reverse Override Warning/4X4 Caution WARNING Improper use of override button can lead to loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Do not activate override while throttle is engaged. Always apply throttle gradually while in reverse. CAUTION Do not push switch to engage 4X4 (AWD) if the rear wheels are spinning. This may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage. 7175552 23