Polaris PROSPECTOR PRO 2.0 User Manual page 6

SAFETY
OPERATION
Safe Operation Practices
1. Read and understand this user manual and all
warning and instruction labels before
operating a track-equipped vehicle.
2. Read the vehicle owner's manual before
operating with tracks.
Follow all safety and operation warnings and
procedures.
3. Operate the vehicle in 4X4 mode when
operating with tracks. This will significantly
reduce the possibility of derailing.
4. The vehicle will handle differently when a
Track System is installed. Select an open area
that allows room to familiarize yourself with
vehicle operation and handling. Drive slowly at
first. On level surfaces, practice starting,
stopping, turning, maneuvering, using the
throttle and brakes and driving in reverse.
Learn how the vehicle handles when making
both left and right turns at a slow speed.
5. Track systems are designed to reduce ground
pressure and increase vehicle traction. For the
best traction, drive at slow speeds. Traction is
reduced at faster speeds.
6. Moving Track Systems can propel objects.
Drive slowly when operating near bystanders
and when traveling in a group with other
vehicles. Alert others in your group to the
potential for propelled objects in the wake of a
track-equipped vehicle.
7. Always travel at a speed appropriate for your
skills and operating conditions. Avoid
unexpected or aggressive maneuvers.
8. Operate the vehicle off-road only. Never
operate the vehicle on pavement or on any
public street, road or highway, including dirt
and gravel roads.
9. Travel slowly and use extra caution when
operating on unfamiliar terrain. Not all
obstacles are immediately visible.
10. When driving in deep snow, avoid spinning
the tracks, which could cause the vehicle to
become stuck. When under power, tracks will
continue to turn in deep snow even if the
vehicle fails to move.
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11. When driving in snow, allow for a greater
braking distance. Periodically apply the brakes
while driving to prevent ice buildup on brake
components.
12. Never operate on a frozen body of water.