Personal Choices - Arctic Cat 650 H1 2010 Operator's Manual

Sound Judgment
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Overloading the ATV or carrying or
towing cargo improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause changes in ATV handling,
which could lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE
HAZARD
Never exceed the stated load capacity
for the ATV.
Cargo should be properly distributed
and securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance
for braking.
Always follow the instructions in this
Operator's Manual for carrying cargo
or pulling a trailer.

Personal Choices

A safe, enjoyable ride is dependent on
many personal choices. An ATV, like
all motorized vehicles, can be danger-
ous to operate if you choose to ignore
safety precautions, take unnecessary
chances, or ride beyond your ability or
your machine's capability. Don't allow
the thrill of freedom or adventure to
affect your ability to make good, safe
choices.
Alcohol and Drug
Consumption
Alcohol is related to 30% of all hospi-
tal admissions due to ATV accidents in
the U.S. This isn't an issue of morality.
It's extremely dangerous to drink alco-
holic beverages and ride... it's also very
foolish. When the alcohol starts kick-
ing in and you're tearing along on your
ATV, those odds can catch up to you.
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! WARNING
TESTIMONIAL
DOCUMENT#: X46481A1
CITY/STATE: LAUREL, MS
SEX: M
AGE: 25
BODY PART: ALL PARTS BODY
DATE ACCIDENT: 6-25-93
DISPOSITION: DOA
SYNOPSIS: A 25 year old male died
from drowning after the 4-wheeled
ATV he was driving overturned and
landed on the victim, pinning him
face down in 6 inches of water in a
drainage ditch. The victim had
failed to make a right hand turn and
drove off the side of the road. The
victim was driving at an excessive
speed, and under the influence of
alcohol. He was pronounced dead at
the scene. The victim was not wearing
a helmet.
Substances to avoid when riding:
1. Alcohol
2. Over-the-counter or prescription drugs
3. Illegal/mood altering drugs
Be aware of prescription and over-the-
counter medications. Drowsiness and
impaired judgment can be caused by a
wide variety of medications. The same
is true of allergy, cold, flu, and head-
ache medications. Your physical size
and weight can't protect you... just one
antihistamine tablet can affect your
judgment.
If your sense of adventure persuades
you to do illegal drugs when you're
riding your ATV, this is a reality check.
Something to think about—there can
be legal consequences that will take
away all that freedom you love. Don't
use alcohol or drugs before or during
your ATV ride.
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.