Safety, Safety warnings, Handling gasoline – Polaris 2014 ATV Sportsman 570 EFI User Manual

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SAFETY

Safety Warnings

Handling Gasoline

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
• Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
• Always refuel with the engine stopped, and outdoors or in a well ventilated

area.

• Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where

refueling is performed or where gasoline is stored.

• Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill the tank neck.
• If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap

and water and change clothing.

Exposure to Exhaust

Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness or
death in a short time. Never start the engine or let it run in an enclosed area.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operate this vehicle only
outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.

Failure to Inspect Before Operating

Failure to inspect and verify that the ATV is in safe
operating condition before operating increases the
risk of an accident.
Always inspect the ATV before each use to make
sure it's in safe operating condition.
Always follow all inspection and maintenance
procedures and schedules described in the
owner's manual.

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