New Operator Driving Procedures
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Read and understand this owner's manual and all warning and instruction labels before operating this vehicle.
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Watch the instructional video with the supervising adult.
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Review the previous sections of this owner’s manual about starting the engine, stopping the engine, braking, and parking.
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Perform the steps noted in the Pre-Ride Inspection section.
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The driver must wear a helmet, eye protection, gloves, long-sleeve shirt, long pants, over-the-ankle boots and seat belt at all times.
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Do not operate or ride in this vehicle if the clearance between the top of your helmet and the overhead cab frame is less than 2 inches (5 cm).
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Select a level open area to practice driving. Make sure you have adult supervision and permission to drive in this area.
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Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt.
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Make sure all cab nets are properly secured.
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Set the parking brake.
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Place the transmission in neutral.
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Start the engine.
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Apply the brakes and shift into gear.
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Release the parking brake.
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Check your surroundings. Make sure the area is clear of people and obstacles.
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Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly release the brakes and press the throttle with your right foot to begin driving.
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Drive slowly at first. Practice starting, stopping, turning, using the throttle and brakes and driving in reverse. Learn how the vehicle handles when making both left and right turns at a slow speed.
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Increase speed only after mastering all maneuvers at a slow speed.
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After you become skilled at making turns and begin to operate at faster speeds, follow these precautions:
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Avoid sharp turns. Make turns gradually.
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Never turn while applying heavy throttle.
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Never turn the steering wheel abruptly.
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Operate at speeds appropriate for your skills, the conditions and the terrain.
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DO NOT attempt to do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving stunts.
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