Improper Tire Maintenance; Skidding Or Sliding; Operating A Damaged Atv - Polaris Sportsman 850 Owner's Manual

SAFETY
Safety Warnings

Improper Tire Maintenance

Operating this ATV 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 ATV.
Always maintain proper tire pressure as
described in the owner's manual and on
safety labels.
Operating Over Obstacles
Improperly operating over obstacles could
cause loss of control or overturn.
Before operating in a new area, check for
obstacles. Avoid operating over large
obstacles such as rocks and fallen trees. If
unavoidable, use extreme caution and
always follow proper operating procedures
as outlined in this manual. See page 73.

Skidding or Sliding

Skidding or sliding can cause loss of control
or overturn (if tires regain traction
unexpectedly).
On slippery surfaces such as ice or loose
gravel, travel slowly and use extra caution
to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding.
Do not operate on excessively slippery
surfaces.

Operating a Damaged ATV

Operating a damaged ATV can result in an
accident. After any overturn or accident,
have a qualified service dealer inspect the
entire machine for possible damage,
including (but not limited to) brakes, throttle
and steering systems.
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