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Content Source: 2021 RANGER 1000 / RANGER CREW 1000 Owner’s Manual (9939983 R01) > Safety Chapter
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                   The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual. Click the CONTENTS link above for the Table Of Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner Support area of Polaris.com  | 
            
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                                        Failure to operate this vehicle properly can result in a collision, loss of control, accident or rollover, which may result
                                          in serious injury or death. Heed all safety warnings outlined in this section of the owner’s manual and in the safety DVD
                                          provided with your vehicle. See the OPERATION section of the owner’s manual for proper operating procedures.
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                                              Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this vehicle. 
                                             Operating this vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs could adversely affect operator judgment, reaction time, balance and
                                                perception.
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| Failure to inspect and verify that the vehicle is in safe operating condition before operating increases the risk of an accident. Always perform the Pre-Ride Inspection outlined in the Operation chapter before each use of your vehicle to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this owner’s manual. See the Periodic Maintenance section of the Maintenance chapter. | 
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                                           Riding in this vehicle without wearing the seat belt increases the risk of serious injury in the event of rollover, loss of
                                             control, other accident or sudden stop. Seat belts may reduce the severity of injury in these circumstances. The operator
                                             and all passengers MUST wear their seat belt at all times.
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| Operator and/or cargo exceeds half the maximum weight capacity | 
                              
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| Operating in rough terrain | |
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| Towing | 
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                                           Operating this vehicle with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pressure could cause loss of control or accident.
                                             Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in the
                                             owner's manual and on safety labels.
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                                           Operating this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways could result in a collision with another vehicle. Never operate
                                             this vehicle on any public street, road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads (unless designated for off-highway use).
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                                           Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds increases the operator's risk of losing control. Always operate at a speed that's
                                             appropriate for the terrain, the visibility and operating conditions and your skills and experience.
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                                           Exhibition driving increases the risk of an accident or rollover. DO NOT do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving
                                             stunts. Avoid exhibition driving.
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                                           Turning improperly could cause loss of traction, loss of control, accident or rollover. Always follow proper procedures for
                                             turning as described in this owner’s manual.
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                                           Improper hill climbing could cause loss of control or rollover. Use extreme caution when operating on hills. Always follow
                                             proper procedures for hill climbing as described in this owner's manual.
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                                           Improperly descending a hill could cause loss of control or rollover. Always follow proper procedures for traveling down hills
                                             as described in this owner’s manual.
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                                           Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or rollover. Avoid crossing the side
                                             of any hill unless absolutely necessary. If crossing a hillside is unavoidable, always follow proper procedures as described
                                             in this owner's manual.
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                                           Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill could cause a rollover. Maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill.  | 
                           
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                                           Failure to use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain could result in an accident or rollover.  | 
                           
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                                           Unfamiliar terrain may contain hidden rocks, bumps, or holes that could cause loss of control or rollover.  | 
                           
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                                           Improperly operating in reverse could result in a collision with an obstacle or person. Always follow proper operating procedures
                                             as outlined in this manual.
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                                           Failure to use extra caution when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain could cause loss of traction,
                                             loss of control, accident or rollover. Do not operate on excessively slippery surfaces. Always slow down and use additional
                                             caution when operating on slippery surfaces.
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                                           Skidding or sliding due to loss of traction can cause loss of control or rollover (if tires regain traction unexpectedly).
                                             Always follow proper procedures for operating on slippery surfaces as described in this owner's manual.
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                                           Improperly operating over obstacles could cause loss of control or rollover. Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.
                                             Avoid operating over large obstacles such as large rocks and fallen trees. Always follow the proper procedures outlined in
                                             this manual when operating over obstacles.
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                                           Operating through deep or fast-flowing water can cause loss of traction, loss of control, rollover or accident. Never operate
                                             in fast-flowing water or in water that exceeds the floor level of the vehicle.
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                                           Serious injury or death can result if the vehicle and/or the operator fall through the ice. Never operate the vehicle on a
                                             frozen body of water unless you have first verified that the ice is sufficiently thick to support the weight and moving force
                                             of the vehicle, you and your cargo, together with any other vehicles in your party.
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                                           Operating a damaged vehicle can result in an accident. After any rollover or other accident, have a qualified service dealer
                                             inspect the entire machine for possible damage, including (but not limited to) seat belts, rollover protection devices, brakes,
                                             throttle, and steering systems.
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                                           Operating this vehicle in darkness or inclement weather could result in a collision or accident, especially if operating on
                                             a road or street. This vehicle is not equipped with highway-approved lights. Operate this vehicle off-road only. Use caution
                                             and drive at reduced speeds in conditions of reduced visibility such as fog, rain and darkness. Clean headlights frequently
                                             and replace burned out headlamps promptly.
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                                           Exhaust system components are very hot during and after use of the vehicle. Hot components can cause burns and fire. Do not
                                             touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep combustible materials away from the exhaust system.
                                           
                                          Use caution when traveling through tall grass, especially dry grass and when traveling through muddy conditions.  Always inspect
                                             the underside of the vehicle and areas near the exhaust system after driving through tall grass, weeds, brush, other tall
                                             ground cover, and muddy conditions.  Promptly remove any grass, debris or foreign matter clinging to the vehicle and pay particular
                                             attention to the exhaust system area.
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                                           Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness or death in a short time. Never start the engine or
                                             let it run in an enclosed area. Operate this vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas.
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