1-31steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall orroll backwards, follow the special procedure forbraking described in this manual. Dismount onthe uphill side or to a side if pointed straight up-hill. Turn the ATV around and remount, followingthe procedure described in this manual. Always check for obstacles before operating in anew area. Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always followproper procedures when operating over obsta-cles as described in this manual. Always be careful when skidding or sliding.Learn to safely control skidding or sliding bypracticing at low speeds and on level, smoothterrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such asice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to re-duce the chance of skidding or sliding out of con-trol. Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or inwater deeper than that recommended in thismanual. Remember that wet brakes may havereduced stopping ability. Test your brakes afterleaving water. If necessary, apply them severaltimes to let friction dry out the linings. Always be sure there are no obstacles or peoplebehind you when you operate in reverse. Whenit is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly. Always use the size and type of tires specified inthis manual. Always maintain proper tire pressure as de-scribed in this manual. Never modify an ATV through improper installa-tion or use of accessories. Never exceed the stated load capacity for anATV. Cargo should be properly distributed andsecurely attached. Reduce speed and follow in-structions in this manual for carrying cargo orpulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for brak-ing.FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFE-TY, call the Consumer Products Safety Commis-sion at 1-800-638-2772, or the ATV Distributor’sSafety Hotline at 1-800-852-5344.
