Polaris Sportsman 550 2014 Owner's Manual page 52

Safe Operation Practices
1. Complete the recommended safety training before operating this
vehicle. See page 6.
2. Do not allow anyone under 16 years of age to operate this vehicle.
Do not allow anyone with cognitive or physical disabilities to
operate this vehicle.
3. Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous. Never start the engine or let it
run in an enclosed area.
4. Use caution and drive at reduced speeds in conditions of reduced
visibility such as fog, rain and darkness. Clean headlights
frequently and replace burned out headlamps promptly.
5. Drive in a manner appropriate for your skills, your passenger's
skills and operating conditions. Never operate at excessive speeds.
Never attempt wheelies, jumps or other stunts. Never remove your
hands from the handlebars while operating, and always keep both
feet on the footrests.
6. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this
vehicle.
7. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle.
Always maintain proper tire pressure.
8. Never operate a damaged vehicle. After any overturn or accident,
have a qualified service dealer inspect the entire machine for
possible damage.
9. Never operate the vehicle on a frozen body of water unless you have
independently verified that the ice is sufficiently thick to support the
weight and moving force of the vehicle, you and your cargo,
together with any other vehicles in your party.
10. Do not touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep
combustible materials away from the exhaust system.
11. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to
prevent unauthorized use.
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