Crossing Through Shallow Water - Yamaha Badger YFM80M Owner's Manual

CROSSING THROUGH SHALLOW WATER

The ATV can be used to cross slow moving,
shallow water of up to a maximum of 20 cm
(7.9 inches) in depth. Before entering the
water, choose your path carefully. Enter
where there is no sharp drop off, and avoid
rocks or other obstacles which may be slip-
pery or upset the ATV. Drive slowly and care-
fully.
q WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this ATV through deep or fast
flowing water.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Tires may float, causing loss of traction
and loss of control, which could lead to an
accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate this ATV in fast flowing
water or in water deeper than that speci-
fied in your Owner's Manual.
Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes
after leaving water. If necessary, apply
them several times to let friction dry out
the linings.
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