Special Safety Messages - BOMBARDIER 2006 outlander max 400 Operator's Manual

SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
This vehicle handles differently from other vehicles including motorcycles and
cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers
such as turning and driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper
precautions.
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow these instructions:
Read this Operator's Guide and all on-product warning labels carefully and fol-
low the operating procedures described. Watch and pay attention to the Safety
Videocassette before operation.
Never operate this vehicle without proper instruction. Take a training course
offered by BRP. All operator should receive training from a certified instructor.
See your authorized Bombardier ATV dealer for more informations.
Always follow this age recommendation: A person under 16 years old should
never operate this vehicle.
Never carry more than one (1) passenger on this vehicle. This passenger
should be 12 years old or more and must be capable of keeping his feet on
the footrests and his hands on grab handles at all times when seated.
Passenger must be seated on the designated passenger's seat and hold on to
the grab handles at all times. Do not allow passenger to sit anywhere else.
Never operate the vehicle without the passenger's seat or the storage box
properly installed.
Never carry passenger on this vehicle if the storage box is installed (in place
of rear seat).
The vehicle handling, stability and braking distance may be affected when rid-
ing with a passenger. Safely reduce speed when riding with a passenger.
Allow greater distance for braking.
Never operate this vehicle on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks, drive-
ways, parking lots and streets.
Never operate this vehicle on any public street, road or highway, even a dirt or
gravel one.
Never take place on this vehicle without wearing an approved helmet that fits
properly. The operator and the passenger should also wear eye protection
(goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long sleeved shirt or jacket, and long
pants. The passenger should have an approved helmet including a rigid chin
guard.
Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while riding this vehicle.
Never operate at excessive speeds. Always go at a speed that is proper for
the terrain, visibility, and operating conditions, and your experience.
Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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