2010 Polaris Ranger XP Owners Manual - Page 22

2010 Polaris Ranger XP Manual

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SAFETY Operator Safety Exposure to Exhaust Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness or death in a short time. Never start the engine or let it run in an enclosed area. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operate this vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas. Operating a Damaged Vehicle Operating a damaged vehicle can result in an accident. After any overturn or accident, have a qualified service dealer inspect the entire machine for possible damage, including (but not limited to) brakes, throttle and steering systems. Operating at Excessive Speeds Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds increases the operator's risk of losing control. Always operate at a speed that's appropriate for the terrain, the visibility and operating conditions, your skills and your passenger's skills. Operating on Pavement This vehicle's tires are designed for off-road use only, not for use on pavement. Operating this vehicle on paved surfaces (including sidewalks, paths, parking lots and driveways) may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and could result in loss of control and accident or overturn. Avoid operating the vehicle on pavement. If it's unavoidable, travel slowly and avoid sudden turns or stops. 18

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Exposure to Exhaust
Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness or
death in a short time. Never start the engine or let it run in an enclosed area.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operate this vehicle only
outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
Operating a Damaged Vehicle
Operating a damaged vehicle can result in an accident. After any overturn or
accident, have a qualified service dealer inspect the entire machine for possible
damage, including (but not limited to) brakes, throttle and steering systems.
Operating at Excessive Speeds
Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds increases the operator's risk of
losing control. Always operate at a speed that's appropriate for the terrain, the
visibility and operating conditions, your skills and your passenger’s skills.
Operating on Pavement
This vehicle's tires are designed for off-road use only, not for use on pavement.
Operating this vehicle on paved surfaces (including sidewalks, paths, parking
lots and driveways) may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and could
result in loss of control and accident or overturn.
Avoid operating the vehicle on pavement. If it's unavoidable, travel slowly and
avoid sudden turns or stops.