2012 Polaris Polaris EV Owners Manual - Page 19

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SAFETY Operator Safety Precautions During Maintenance WARNING! Do not work in or near the battery compartment or on any other electrical component of the vehicle while charging the batteries. Always disconnect the main power connector before servicing or unplugging any electrical components. See page 28. Always follow all safety instructions in the maintenance portion of this owner's manual, as well as the following: • Make sure the vehicle is properly immobilized before beginning any maintenance. • Always block the chassis securely before working under the vehicle. • Turn the key off and remove it from the vehicle. • Insulate any tools used within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery explosion caused by shorting the battery terminals or wiring. Remove the batteries, or cover the exposed terminals with an insulating material. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY call POLARIS at 1-800-342-3764. Safe Riding Gear Always wear appropriate clothing when riding a POLARIS vehicle. Wear protective clothing for comfort and to reduce the chance of injury. Helmet Wearing a helmet can prevent a severe head injury. Whenever riding this POLARIS vehicle, always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety standards. Approved helmets in the USA and Canada bear a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Approved helmets in Europe, Asia and Oceania bear the ECE 22.05 label. The ECE mark consists of a circle surrounding the letter E, folE4 lowed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval. The approval number and serial number will also be displayed 051039 0006.31 on the label. Eye Protection Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection. Whenever riding a POLARIS vehicle, always wear shatterproof goggles or use a shatterproof helmet face shield. POLARIS recommends wearing approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC 8, V-8, Z87.1, or CE. Make sure protective eye wear is kept clean. Gloves Wear gloves for comfort and for protection from sun, cold weather and other elements. Boots Wear sturdy footwear. Do not ride a POLARIS vehicle with bare feet. Clothing Wear long sleeves and long pants to protect arms and legs. 15

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15
SAFETY
Operator Safety
Precautions During Maintenance
WARNING!
Do not work in or near the battery compartment or on any other electrical component of
the vehicle while charging the batteries. Always disconnect the main power connector before servicing
or unplugging any electrical components. See page 28.
Always follow all safety instructions in the maintenance portion of this owner’s manual, as well as the
following:
° Make sure the vehicle is properly immobilized before beginning any maintenance.
° Always block the chassis securely before working under the vehicle.
° Turn the key off and remove it from the vehicle.
° Insulate any tools used within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery explosion caused by short-
ing the battery terminals or wiring. Remove the batteries, or cover the exposed terminals with an insu-
lating material.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY
call POLARIS at 1-800-342-3764.
Safe Riding Gear
Always wear appropriate clothing when riding a POLARIS vehicle. Wear protective clothing
for comfort and to reduce the chance of injury.
Helmet
Wearing a helmet can prevent a severe head injury. Whenever riding this POLARIS vehicle,
always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety standards.
Approved helmets in the USA and Canada bear a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
label.
Approved helmets in Europe, Asia and Oceania bear the ECE 22.05
label. The ECE mark consists of a circle surrounding the letter E, fol-
lowed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted
approval. The approval number and serial number will also be displayed
on the label.
Eye Protection
Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection. Whenever riding a POLARIS
vehicle, always wear shatterproof goggles or use a shatterproof helmet face shield.
POLARIS recommends wearing approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) bearing
markings such as VESC 8, V-8, Z87.1, or CE. Make sure protective eye wear is kept clean.
Gloves
Wear gloves for comfort and for protection from sun, cold weather and other elements.
Boots
Wear sturdy footwear. Do not ride a POLARIS vehicle with bare feet.
Clothing
Wear long sleeves and long pants to protect arms and legs.
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051039
0006.31