2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring Owners Manual - Page 20

SAFETY Rider Safety WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without proper instruction. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The risk of an accident is greatly increased if the operator does not know how to operate the ATV properly in different situations and on different types of terrain. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete the ATV RiderCoursesm offered by Polaris through the SVIA. They should then regularly practice the skills learned in the course and the operating techniques described in the Owner's Manual. For more information about the ATV RiderCoursesm contact ATV Enrollment Express at (800) 887-2887 or visit www.atvsafety.org. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to follow the age recommendations for this ATV. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Severe injury and/or death could occur if a child under the minimum age recommendation operates this ATV or rides as a passenger. Even though a child may be within the recommended age group for operating some ATVs, he/she may not have the skills, abilities, or judgment needed to operate or ride on this ATV safely and could be susceptible to accident or injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD No one under the age of 16 should operate a Polaris ATV. Never allow anyone under 12 years of age to ride as a passenger on this 2-up ATV. 20