Driving Uphill - Polaris PHOENIX Phoenix 200 Owner's Manual

Driving Safely

Driving Uphill

Whenever traveling uphill, follow these
precautions:
1. Drive straight uphill.
2. Avoid steep hills (25_ maximum).
3. Avoid hills with excessively
slippery or loose surfaces.
4. Keep your feet on the
footrests.
5. Shift your weight uphill.
6. Drive at a steady rate of
speed to avoid stalling.
7. Be alert. Be prepared to
take emergency action.
This may include
dismounting quickly.
8. Never go over the top of a hill at high speed.
If all forward speed is lost:
1. Keep your weight uphill.
NOTE: If the vehicle begins rolling downhill, never apply engine
power. Never apply the rear brakes while rolling backwards.
2. Gradually squeeze the right- -hand brake lever to engage the front
brakes. When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, then lock
the park brake.
3. Dismount on uphill side, or to either side if ATV is pointed straight
uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure
described on page 54.
WARNING
Braking and handling are greatly affected when operating in hilly
terrain. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or
overturn and result in serious injury or death.
Avoid climbing steep hills (25_ maximum).
Use extreme caution when operating on hills, and follow proper
operating procedures outlined in the owner's manual.
OPERATION
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