2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring Owners Manual - Page 22

2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring Manual

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SAFETY Rider Safety WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets, roads or highways. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV could collide with another vehicle. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate the ATV on any public street, road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads. In many states it's illegal to operate ATVs on public streets, roads and highways. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding an ATV without wearing an approved helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Riding an ATV without an approved helmet increases the risk of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident. Riding without eye protection could result in an accident and could increase the chance of a severe injury in the event of an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always be sure operator and passenger wear an approved helmet that fits properly. A passenger's helmet should have a rigid chin guard. Always be sure operator and passenger wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants. 22

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SAFETY
Rider Safety
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this ATV on public streets,
roads or highways.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The ATV could collide with another
vehicle.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate the ATV on any public
street, road or highway, including dirt and
gravel roads. In many states it's illegal to
operate ATVs on public streets, roads
and highways.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Riding an ATV without wearing an
approved helmet, eye protection and
protective clothing.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Riding an ATV without an approved
helmet increases the risk of a severe head
injury or death in the event of an accident.
Riding without eye protection could result
in an accident and could increase the
chance of a severe injury in the event of
an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always be sure operator and passenger wear an approved helmet that fits
properly. A passenger's helmet should have a rigid chin guard.
Always be sure operator and passenger wear eye protection (goggles or face
shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.