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RIDE SAFELY
come to a complete stop back from the road's edge. In some cases,
you will be approaching the road from a ditch or snowbank. Choose a
place where you know you can climb without difficulty. Stop com-
pletely at the top of the bank and wait for all traffic to clear. Then, look
carefully in both directions before crossing at a 90° angle. If needed,
assume a standing position to look both ways. Be wary of parked ve-
hicles. When you are certain that the road is clear proceed straight
across the intersection without hesitation. Each rider needs to come to
a complete stop, look both ways and then proceed when the roadways
is clear of oncoming traffic.
R R a a i i l l r r o o a a d d C C r r o o s s s s i i n n g g
Never ride on railroad tracks. It is illegal. Railroad tracks and railroad
rights-of-way are private property. A snowmobile is no match for a
train. Before crossing a railroad track, stop, look and listen.
R R e e s s p p e e c c t t o o f f t t h h e e W W i i l l d d l l i i f f e e
Wildlife compliments your snowmobiling day. Snowmobile tracks pro-
vide firm ground over which animals can travel from area to area. Do
not violate this privilege by chasing or harassing wildlife. Fatigue and
exhaustion can lead to animal's death. Avoid areas posted for the pro-
tection or feeding of wildlife. If you happen to be fortunate enough to
see an animal, stop your snowmobile and observe quietly.
C C a a r r b b o o n n M M o o n n o o x x i i d d e e P P o o i i s s o o n n i i n n g g
All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nau-
sea, confusion and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that may be
present even if you do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly
levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly, and you can quickly be
overcome and unable to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can linger for hours or days in enclosed or poorly ventilated
areas.
If you experience any symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, leave
the area immediately, get fresh air and seek medical treatment.
To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:
– Never run the vehicle in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed
areas such as garages, carports or barns. Even if you try to venti-
late engine exhaust with fans or open windows and doors, carbon
monoxide can rapidly reach dangerous levels.
– Never run the vehicle outdoors where engine exhaust can be
drawn into a building through openings such as windows and
doors.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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