Loose terrain/slippery terrainWhen driving on slippery terrain, includingwet, muddy, or icy conditions, as well as loosegravel, be aware that you could begin skid-ding or sliding. To avoid loss of control, slowdown and put the Rhino in 4WD before drivingon a slippery surface and plan your path toavoid making abrupt maneuvers.If you feel the Rhino begin to slide sideways orfishtail during a turn, steer into the direction ofthe slide if possible, to regain directional con-trol. For example, if you feel the back of thevehicle start to slide to your right, steer to theright.Brush or wooded areasWhen operating in areas with brush or trees,watch carefully on both sides and above thevehicle for obstacles such as branches thatthe vehicle might hit, causing an accident.Watch for brush that might enter the vehicleas you pass and strike you or the passenger.Never hold onto the cage/frame. The passen-ger should always hold onto the handholdswith both hands.The muffler and other engine parts becomeextremely hot during operation and remainhot after the engine has stopped. To reducethe risk of fire during operation or after leavingthe vehicle, do not let brush, grass and othermaterials collect under the vehicle, near themuffler or exhaust pipe, or next to other hotEE.book Page 23 Friday, August 3, 2007 11:59 AM
