2014 Polaris RZR 170 Owners Manual - Page 23

SAFETY Safety Warnings Refueling Gasoline is highly flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline. • Never allow a child to refuel or handle gasoline. • Always stop the engine when refueling. • Always refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated area. • Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the refueling area or where gasoline is stored. • Never refuel while a person is in the vehicle. • Do not over fill the tank. Do not fill the tank neck. • If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap and water and change clothing. • Turn the fuel valve off whenever the vehicle is stored or parked. 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. Operate this vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas. Hot Exhaust Systems Exhaust system components are very hot during and after use of the vehicle. Hot components can cause burns and fire. Do not touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep combustible materials away from the exhaust system. Use caution when traveling through tall grass, especially dry grass. Always inspect the underside of the vehicle and areas near the exhaust system after driving through tall grass, weeds, brush and other tall ground cover. Promptly remove any grass or debris clinging to the vehicle. Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle Leaving the keys in the ignition can lead to unauthorized use of the vehicle by someone under the age of 10 or without proper training. This could result in an accident or rollover. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY call POLARIS at 1-800-342-3764. 21