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SAFETY
Personal Protective Equipment
Always wear the proper clothing when operating or riding in this vehicle. All riders should
wear substantial footwear, long pants and a close-fitting shirt. A hard hat or helmet and
approved eye protection are recommended when appropriate for working or riding
conditions. POLARIS recommends wearing approved eye protection bearing markings such
as VESC 8, V-8, Z87.1 or CE. Never operate or ride in this vehicle while barefoot or while
wearing sandals or tennis shoes.
Workplace safety regulations may require the use of safety glasses, safety shoes and a hard
hat or helmet. Familiarize yourself with local requirements, be prepared for operating
conditions and wear the appropriate safety gear.
Operator Safety
Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow these instructions and procedures, which are
outlined in further detail within your owner's manual.
• Read this entire manual and all labels carefully. Follow the operating procedures
described.
• Never allow anyone under the age of 16 to operate this vehicle and never allow anyone
without a valid driver's license to operate this vehicle.
• Do not carry a passenger until you have at least two hours of driving experience with this
vehicle.
• No person under the age of 12 may ride as a passenger in this vehicle. All riders must be
able to sit with backs against the seat, both feet flat on the floor and both hands on the
steering wheel (if driving) or on a passenger hand hold.
• All riders should wear substantial footwear, long pants and a close-fitting shirt. A hard hat
or helmet and approved eye protection are recommended when appropriate for working or
riding conditions. Seat belt must be worn at all times.
• Always keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all times.
• Always keep both hands on the steering wheel and both feet on the floorboards of the
vehicle during operation.
• Never permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read this manual and all
product labels.
• To reduce rollover risk, be especially careful when encountering obstacles and slopes and
when braking on hills or during turns.
• This vehicle is for off road use only. Never operate on public roads (unless marked for off-
road use). Always avoid paved surfaces.
• Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this vehicle.
• Never operate at excessive speeds. Always travel at a speed proper for the terrain,
visibility and operating conditions, and your experience.
• Never attempt jumps or other stunts.
• Always inspect the vehicle before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition.
Always follow the inspection procedures described in this manual.