Polaris 2013 Ranger 800 Midsize - Manual (Page 18)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Improper Hill Climbing
Climbing hills improperly can cause loss of control or vehicle overturn. Always follow proper procedures
for climbing hills as described in the owner's manual. See page 35.
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill could cause an overturn. Always maintain a steady
speed when climbing a hill.
If all forward speed is lost:
• Apply the brakes.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying
light brake pressure to control speed.
If you begin rolling downhill:
• Never apply engine power.
• Apply the brakes gradually until the vehicle is fully stopped.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying
light brake pressure to control speed.
Improper Tire Maintenance
Operating this vehicle with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pressure could cause loss of
control or accident. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. Always maintain
proper tire pressure as described in the owner's manual and on safety labels.
Operating on Slippery Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain could cause
loss of traction, loss of control, accident or overturn.
Do not operate on excessively slippery surfaces. Always reduce speed and use additional caution
when operating on slippery surfaces.
Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
Severe injury or death can result if the vehicle and/or the operator fall through the ice. Never operate
the vehicle on a frozen body of water unless you have first verified that the ice is sufficiently thick to
support the weight and moving force of the vehicle, you and your passengers, and your cargo, together
with any other vehicles in your party. Always check with local authorities and residents to confirm ice
conditions and thickness over your entire route. Vehicle operators assume all risk associated with ice
conditions on frozen bodies of water.
Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
Leaving the keys in the ignition can lead to unauthorized use of the vehicle, which could result in an
accident or overturn. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use.
Hot Exhaust Systems
Exhaust system components are very hot during and after use of the vehicle. Hot components can
cause burns and fire. Do not touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep combustible
materials away from the exhaust system. Use caution when traveling through tall grass, especially dry
grass.