Polaris Sportsman 9920629 - Manual (Page 30)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Traveling downhill improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Improperly descending a hill could
cause loss of control or overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always follow proper procedures for
traveling down hills as described in
the owner's manual. NOTE: A special
technique is required when braking
while traveling downhill. See page 65.
Always descend a hill with the transmission in forward gear. Do not descend
a hill with the transmission in neutral. If your ATV is equipped with Active
Descent Control, always engage AWD before descending a hill. See page
45.
Always check the terrain carefully before descending a hill.
Shift your weight rearward.
Never travel down a hill at high speed.
Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the vehicle to lean
sharply to one side. Travel straight down the hill when possible.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Improperly crossing hills and turning on hills.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Improperly crossing or turning on hills could
cause loss of control or overturn.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any
hill until you've mastered the turning
technique (on level ground) as described in
the owner's manual. See page 66. Use extra
caution when turning on any hill.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill. When crossing the side of a hill:
Always follow proper procedures as described in the owner's manual.
Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV.