Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle without proper instruction. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The risk of an accident is greatly increased if the operator does not know how to operate this vehicle properly in different situations and on different types of terrain. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD All operators of this vehicle must read and understand this Operator’s Manual and all warning and instruction labels prior to operating this vehicle. ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Allowing anyone under age 16 to operate this vehicle. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of this vehicle by children can lead to serious injury or death of the child.
Children under the age of 16 may not have the skills, abilities, or judgment needed to operate this vehicle safely and may be involved in a serious accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Only people 16 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license should operate this vehicle. ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating or riding in the vehicle without wearing a properly-secured seat belt. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Serious injury or death. Occupants can strike objects in the passenger compart- ment, fall out of the vehicle during maneuvers, or be crushed or otherwise injured in the event of an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT and require others to wear their seat belts.
See the Operation/Maintenance section of this manual for more information on using your seat belt and both operator and passenger(s) wearing an approved hel- met. ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle on public streets, roads, or highways. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this vehicle on any public street, road, or highway. In many states it is illegal to operate a vehicle of this type on public streets, roads, or highways. Always check state and local laws and regulations. ! WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 8