Atv Safety Alert - Arctic Cat 2012 XC 4501 Operator's Manual

ATV Safety Alert

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has concluded that ALL-
TERRAIN VEHICLES (ATV's) may present a risk of SERIOUS
INJURY or DEATH in certain circumstances. Accidents may occur
for many reasons:
* Over 2591 people, including many children, have died in acci-
dents associated with ATV's since 2005.
* Many people have become severely paralyzed or suffered seri-
ous internal injuries as a result of accidents associated with
ATV's.
* Every month thousands of people are treated in hospital emer-
gency rooms for injuries received while riding an ATV.
You should be aware that AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE
HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. An ATV handles differently from
other vehicles, including motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover
can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and
driving on hills and over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precau-
tions.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
* Always read the Operator's Manual carefully and follow the
operating procedures described. Pay special attention to the
warnings contained in the manual and on all labels.
* Never operate an ATV without proper instruction. Take a train-
ing course. Beginners should complete a training course.
* Always follow these age recommendations:
• A Y-12+ is intended for use by children age 12 or older, and a T-14
is intended for use by an operator age 14 or older.
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! WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death.
• A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV without
adult supervision. Children need to be observed carefully because
not all children have the strength, size, skills, or judgment to oper-
ate an ATV safely.
* Never carry a passenger on an ATV. Carrying a passenger may
upset the balance of the ATV and may cause it to go out of con-
trol.
* Always avoid paved surfaces. ATV's are not designed to be used
on paved surfaces and may seriously affect handling and control.
* Never operate an ATV on a public road, even a dirt or gravel
one, because you may not be able to avoid colliding with other
vehicles. Also, operating an ATV on a public road may be
against the law.
* Never operate an ATV without an approved motorcycle helmet,
eye protection, boots, gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved
shirt or jacket.
* Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating an
ATV.
* Never operate an ATV at excessive speeds. Go at a speed which
is proper for the terrain, visibility conditions, and your experi-
ence.
* Never attempt to do wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
* Always be careful when operating an ATV, especially when
approaching hills, turns, and obstacles and when operating on
unfamiliar or rough terrain.
* Never lend an ATV to anyone who has not taken a training
course or has not been driving an ATV for at least a year.