Polaris 2015 Polaris M1400 - Manual (Page 15)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
• Always stop the engine before refueling. Remove flammable material containers from the
box before filling them with fuel. Make sure the refueling area is well ventilated and free
of any source of flame or sparks. Gasoline is extremely flammable. See page 15 for fuel
safety warnings.
• Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use
by someone under the age of 16 or without a driver’s license and proper training, or
accidental starting.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY,
call POLARIS at 1-800-342-3764.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
WARNING! Exceeding the gross vehicle weight rating of your vehicle can reduce stability and handling
and could cause loss of control. NEVER exceed the GVWR of your vehicle.
The maximum payload capacity of your vehicle is the maximum weight you may add to
your vehicle without exceeding the GVWR. This capacity is determined by calculating the
difference between your vehicle’s GVWR and wet weight.
Refer to the specification section of this manual or the Manufacturer’s Label on the vehicle
for model-specific information.
When determining the weight you will be adding to your vehicle, and to ensure you do not
exceed the maximum payload capacity, include the following:
• operator body weight
• passenger body weight
• weight of all occupants’ apparel and items in or on apparel
• weight of any options or accessories and their contents
• weight of any additional cargo on the vehicle
Equipment Modifications
Do not install any non-POLARIS approved accessory or modify the vehicle for the purpose
of increasing speed or power. Any modifications or installation of non-POLARIS approved
accessories could create a substantial safety hazard and increase the risk of bodily injury.
The warranty on your POLARIS vehicle will be terminated if any non-POLARIS approved
equipment and/or modifications have been added to the vehicle that increase speed or power.
The addition of certain accessories, including (but not limited to) mowers, blades, tires,
sprayers, or large racks, may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Use only
POLARIS-approved accessories, and familiarize yourself with their function and effect on
the vehicle.