BOMBARDIER Outlander 400 Operator's Manual page 48

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Water will affect the braking ability of your vehicle. Make sure you dry the brakes by applying
them several times after the vehicle leaves the water.
Mud or marsh lands may be encountered near water. Be prepared for sudden "holes" or changes
in depth. Similarly so, be watchful of hazards such as rocks, logs, etc., partially covered by
vegetation.
If your trip crosses frozen waterways, make sure that the ice is thick enough and sound enough
to support the total weight of yourself, the vehicle and its load. Be ever watchful of open water...
it is a sure indication that the ice thickness varies. If in doubt, do not attempt to cross.
Ice will also affect the control of this vehicle. Slow down and do not "gun" the throttle. This will
only result in spinning of the tires and possible tipover of the vehicle. Avoid rapid braking. This
again will possibly result in an uncontrolled slide and tipover of the vehicle. Slush should be
avoided at all times since it could block the operation or controls of the vehicle.
Sand and riding on sand dunes or on snow is another unique experience but there are some
basic precautions that should be observed. Wet, deep or fine sand/snow may create a loss of
traction and cause the vehicle to slide, drop off or become "bogged" down. If this occurs look for
a firmer base. Again, the best advice is to slow down and be watchful of the conditions.
When riding in sand dunes it is advisable to equip the vehicle with an antenna type safety flag.
This will help make your location more visible to others over the next sand dune. Proceed care-
fully should you see another safety flag ahead. Since the antenna type safety flag can snag and
rebound on your body if caught, do not use it in areas where there are low hanging branches or
obstacles.
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