Polaris Sportsman 450 HO Manual Del Propietário página 63

Driving Uphill
If all forward speed is lost:
1. Lean forward to keep body weight uphill. A passenger should also
lean uphill.
2. Apply the brakes.
3. When fully stopped, lock the hydraulic parking brake.
4. Dismount on the uphill side of the vehicle, or on the left if the
vehicle is pointing straight uphill. Have a passenger dismount first,
then the operator may dismount.
If the vehicle begins rolling downhill, never apply engine power. Never
apply the brakes aggressively while rolling backwards.
1. Lean forward to keep body weight uphill. A passenger should also
lean uphill.
2. Apply the brakes gradually.
3. When fully stopped, lock the hydraulic parking brake.
4. Dismount on the uphill side of the vehicle, or on the left if the
vehicle is pointing straight uphill. Have a passenger dismount first,
then the operator may dismount.
5. Use the K-turn to turn around. See page 66.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for braking if you stall or roll
backwards while climbing a hill. Never back
down a hill.
OPERATION
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