Polaris 2009 99 Ranger - Manual (Page 25)

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OPERATION WARNINGS
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly operating over obstacles.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or a collision. Could cause vehicle to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.
Use extreme caution when riding over large obstacles, such as large rocks
or fallen trees.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Skidding or sliding.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You may lose control of the vehicle.
You may also regain traction unexpectedly, which may cause the vehicle
to overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
On slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order
to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Riding on frozen lakes and rivers.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Severe injury or death can result if the vehicle and/or the operator break
through the ice.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never ride your RANGER on a frozen body of water before you are sure
the ice is thick enough and sound enough to support the machine and its
operator, as well as the force that is created by a moving vehicle.