Can-Am outlander 400 series Operator's Manual page 15

Always use proper procedures if
you stall or roll backwards when
climbing a hill. To avoid stalling,
use proper gear and maintain a
steady speed when climbing a hill.
If you stall or roll backwards, follow
the special procedure for braking
described in this Operator's Guide.
First, disembark the passenger
(2-UP models) then the operator.
Dismount on the uphill side or to a
side if pointed straight uphill. Turn
the vehicle around and remount,
following the procedure described
further in this Operator's Guide.
Always check for obstacles before
operating in a new area. Never at-
tempt to operate over large obsta-
cles, such as large rocks or fallen
trees. Always follow proper proce-
dures when operating over obsta-
cles as described further in this Op-
erator's Guide. Do not forget, with
2-UP models, the operator is re-
sponsible for the safety of the pas-
senger. In doubt, disembark him to
get through the obstacles.
Always be careful when skidding
or sliding. If you are operating a
2-UP model and have a passenger
onboard, never attempt skidding or
sliding; overturn or passenger ejec-
tion may occur. Learn to safely con-
trol skidding or sliding by practicing
at low speeds and on level smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery sur-
faces, such as ice, go slowly and be
very cautious in order to reduce the
chance of skidding out of control.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Never operate this vehicle in fast
flowing water or in water deeper
than that specified in this Opera-
tor's Guide. Remember that wet
brakes may have reduced stopping
ability. Test your brakes after leav-
ing water. If necessary, apply them
several times to let friction dry out
the pads. With 2-UP models, the
vehicle braking distance may be af-
fected when riding with a passen-
ger. Safely reduce speed when rid-
ing with a passenger. Allow greater
distance for braking.
Always be sure there are no ob-
stacles or people behind the vehi-
cle when you operate in reverse.
When it is safe to proceed in re-
verse, go slowly. Take into account
that on a 2-UP model the passenger
can obstruct your view.
2-UP Models Only
Do not forget, the operator is re-
sponsible for the safety of the pas-
senger. If in doubt, disembark him.
Always practice the maneuvers de-
scribed in this Operator's Guide
without and with passenger. Al-
ways remember that the vehicle
handling, stability and braking dis-
tance may be affected when riding
with a passenger. Safely reduce
speed when riding with a passen-
ger. Allow greater distance for
braking. In some situations, this
vehicle can be used easily with the
operator alone but not necessarily
with a passenger. Use your com-
mon sense.
Never carry passenger on a 2-UP
model if the storage box is installed
(in place of rear seat).
The operator and the passenger
must always keep both hands on
the handlebars or grab handles and
both feet on the footrests of the
vehicle during operation.
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