Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI X2 - Manual (Page 25)

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SAFETY
Rider Safety
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating the ATV after consuming alcohol or
drugs.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Consumption of alcohol and/or drugs could
seriously affect operator judgment. Reaction
time may be slower and operator balance and
perception could be affected.
Consuming alcohol and/or drugs before or while
operating an ATV could result in an accident
causing severe injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating an ATV.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating the ATV at excessive
speeds.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Excessive speed increases the
operator's chance of losing
control of the ATV, which can
result in an accident causing
severe injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate at excessive
speeds. Travel at speeds
appropriate for your skills, your
passenger's skills, and operating conditions.