2016 Polaris Ranger Diesel Owners Manual - Page 13

SAFETY Safety Labels and Locations Payload Warning/Shift Caution WARNING Diesel Never exceed 20 MPH (32.2 Km/h) if total payload is greater than 1080 lbs. (490 kg). CREW Diesel Never exceed 35 MPH (56.3 Km/h) if total payload is greater than 1490 lbs. (676 Kg). CAUTION To avoid transmission damage, shift only when vehicle is stationary and at idle. When vehicle is stopped, place shift in parked position. Seat Belt/Drive Responsibly Warning WARNING Improper vehicle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH Be Prepared • Fasten seat belts. • Wear an approved helmet and protective gear. • ALWAYS use cab nets and/or doors. • Each rider must be able to sit with back against seat, feet flat on the floor, and hands on steering wheel or hand holds. Stay completely inside the vehicle. Drive Responsibly Avoid loss of control and rollovers: • Avoid abrupt maneuvers, sideways sliding, skidding or fishtailing, and never do donuts. • Slow down before entering a turn. • Avoid hard acceleration when turning, even from a stop. • Plan for hills, rough terrain, ruts and other changes in traction and terrain. Avoid paved surfaces. Rollovers have caused • Avoid sidehilling (riding across slopes). severe injuries and death, Be Sure Riders Pay Attention and Plan Ahead even on flat, open areas. If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or roll, reduce your risk of injury: • Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel or hand holds and brace yourself. • Do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason. LOCATE AND READ OWNER'S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. ALWAYS REVIEW SAFETY VIDEO AND TAKE ROHVA TRAINING (rohva.org). 7179983 11