2010 Polaris IQ Turbo Dragon Owners Manual - Page 14

2010 Polaris IQ Turbo Dragon Manual

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Operator Safety Riding Position SAFETY Operating a snowmobile requires skill and balance for proper control. Rider positions may vary with experience; but under many conditions, the proper position is to be seated with both feet on the running boards and both hands on the handlebar grips for proper throttle, brake and steering control. WARNING! Improper riding position may reduce control and could result in serious injury or death. Always ride in a position that allows for control of your vehicle. Survival Preparation For your safety, always ride in a group of other snowmobilers. Always tell someone where you're going and how long you expect to be gone. If it isn't possible to ride with others, and you must travel into remote areas, always carry survival equipment that's appropriate to the conditions you may encounter. Such equipment may include, but is not limited to: extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a signaling mirror, a means of building a fire, and a two-way radio or cellular telephone. Always carry the owner's manual on your snowmobile. For added protection, purchase and carry the following items on your snowmobile as well Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map First Aid Kit Tool Kit 11

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11
SAFETY
Operator Safety
Riding Position
Operating a snowmobile requires skill and balance for proper control.
Rider positions may vary with experience; but under many conditions,
the proper position is to be seated with both feet on the running boards
and both hands on the handlebar grips for proper throttle, brake and
steering control.
WARNING!
Improper riding position may reduce control and could result in
serious injury or death. Always ride in a position that allows for control of your
vehicle.
Survival Preparation
For your safety, always ride in a group of other snowmobilers. Always
tell someone where you’re going and how long you expect to be gone. If
it isn’t possible to ride with others, and you must travel into remote
areas, always carry survival equipment that’s appropriate to the condi-
tions you may encounter. Such equipment may include, but is not lim-
ited to: extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a
signaling mirror, a means of building a fire, and a two-way radio or cel-
lular telephone.
Always carry the owner’s manual on your snowmobile. For added pro-
tection, purchase and carry the following items on your snowmobile as
well:
Spare Drive Belt
Winter Survival Kit
Extra Set of Spark Plugs
Trail Map
Tow Rope
First Aid Kit
Extra Oil
Tool Kit
Fuel Deicer