Safety Considerations - Yamaha YDRA Owner's And Operator's Manual

Like all machines, PTVs can cause
injury if improperly used or
maintained.
Experience has shown that PTVs are
safe when operated in accordance
with the safety warnings affixed to
every PTV.
DRIVER
QUALIFICATIONS
Allow only authorized people to
operate PTV. It is recommended
that only people who possess a
valid motor vehicle driver's license
be allowed to operate PTV.
Do not operate PTVs when under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Death or serious personal injury
can result from failing to comply
with the safety and warning
instructions affixed to the PTV.
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SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

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HAZARD PREVENTION
Drivers should be mindful of road
hazards, and avoid dangerous situa-
tions that may include the following:
Steep Grades – Where steep grades
exist, restrict PTV to designated
roadway or path, and descend slowly
with foot on the brake.
Descend steep grades slowly with
foot on brake. Death or serious
personal injury can result from
failing to comply with the safety
and warning instructions affixed to
the PTV.
Sharp Turns, Blind Corners and
Bridge Approaches – Adhere to all
warning signs and take proper pre-
cautions to avoid the hazard.
Wet Areas – Wet grass may cause a
PTV to lose traction and may affect
stability. Vehicle operators should
reduce speed in wet areas or during
periods of inclement weather.
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