Can-Am 2009 Renegade 500 Operator's Manual - Special Safety Messages
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
WARNING
THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
This vehicle handles differently from other vehicles. A collision or rollover
can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and
driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
WARNING
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow these instruc-
tions:
– Read this Operator's Guide and all on-product warning labels carefully
and follow the operating procedures described. Watch and pay attention
to the
SAFETY VIDEO
before operation.
– Never operate this vehicle without proper instruction. Take a training
course. All operators should receive training from a certified instructor.
Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer for more information.
USA and Canada only: to find out about available training course near-
est you, call the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA) at 1 800
887-2887 or in Canada, the Canada safety Council (CSC) at 1 613 739-1535
ext. 227.
– Always follow this age recommendation: A person under 16 years old
should never operate this vehicle.
– Never carry a passenger on this vehicle.
– Never operate this vehicle on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks,
driveways, parking lots and streets.
– Never operate this vehicle on any public street, road or highway, even a
dirt or gravel one.
– Never take place on this vehicle without wearing an approved helmet
that fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face
shield), gloves, boots, long sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.
– Never ride this vehicle under influence of alcohol or drugs. They slow re-
action time and impair judgement.
– Never operate at excessive speeds. Always go at a speed that is proper
for the terrain, visibility, and operating conditions, and your experience.
– Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts.
– Always inspect and confirm the safe operating condition of your vehicle
prior to ride. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures
and schedules described in this Operator's Guide.
– Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests
of the vehicle during operation.
– Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar ter-
rain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating this
vehicle.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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