Safety - Polaris RANGER 500 EFI 4X4 2012 Owner's Manual

SAFETY

Safety Labels and Locations
Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the
instructions of the labels on the vehicle carefully. If any of the labels depicted in this manual
differ from the labels on your vehicle, always read and follow the instructions of the labels
on the vehicle.
If any label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your POLARIS dealer to purchase a
replacement. Replacement safety labels are provided by POLARIS at no charge. The part
number is printed on the label.
Age 16 Warning
Clutch Cover Warning
WARNING
• Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard. To prevent serious injury, do not operate vehicle with
guard removed.
• Do not modify engine or clutch. Doing so can cause part failure, possible imbalance, and excessive
engine RPM which can result in serious injury or death.
Age 16 Warning
Operating this vehicle if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death.
NEVER operate this vehicle if you are under age 16 and NEVER operate this vehicle without a valid
driver's license.
Shift Caution
CAUTION
To avoid transmission damage, shift only when vehicle is stationary and at idle.
APPLY BRAKE TO START. When this vehicle is not in operation, or unattended, place shift in the park
position.
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Discretionary Warning
Shift Caution
Clutch Cover
Warning
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