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This Operator’s Guide utilizes the following symbols to emphasize particular in- formation: The Safety Alert Symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard. Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could WARNING result in serious injury or death. CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could severely damage vehicle components. NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruc- tion. WARNING YOUR VEHICLE CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
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FOREWORD Congratulations on your purchase of a The information and components/ new Can-Am™ ATV. It is backed by the system descriptions contained in this BRP warranty and a network of autho- document are correct at the time of rized Can-Am dealers ready to provide publication. BRP, however, maintains the parts, service or accessories you a policy of continuous improvement may require. of its products without imposing upon itself any obligation to install them Your dealer is committed to your sat
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TABLE OF CONTENTS While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that: WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in- jury or death. NOTICE................................................................................ 7 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................... 8 SAFETY INFORMATION SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES ................................................... 10 OPERATION WARNINGS....................................
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2) Front Brake Lever............................................................ 65 3) Rear Brake Lever............................................................. 65 4) Parking Brake................................................................. 66 5) Transmission Lever .......................................................... 66 6) Multi-Switch Housing........................................................ 67 7) Indicator Lamps..............................................................
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CARGO AND TRANSPORTATION ............................................... 84 TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................. 86 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 90 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION MAINTENANCE CHART........................................................... 94 GENERAL ............................................................................ 98 ENGINE ..........................................................
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BODY/FRAME..................................................................... 119 Engine Area ................................................................... 119 Hitch/Trailer Ball Condition (if so equipped) ................................ 119 Frame Fasteners.............................................................. 119 Seat Fasteners ................................................................ 119 Vehicle Cleaning and Protection............................................. 119 ST
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NOTICE This Operator's Guide has been pre- pared to acquaint the owner/operator of a new vehicle with the various ve- hicle controls, maintenance and safe operating instructions. It is indispens- able for the proper use of the product. This Operator's Guide uses the follow- ing symbols. WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could se- verely damage vehicle compo- nents. NOTE: In
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INTRODUCTION Your dealer should have provided you The contents of this Operator's Guide with some basic information on the provide riding information which has particular controls and features of your been proven reliable by other users. new vehicle. Please take the time to They are not intended as a definitive study this Operator's Guide and all means of avoiding accidents. How on-product warning labels as well as you apply this information, coupled the SAFETY VIDEO that came with with your men
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SAFETY INFORMATION ____________ ____________ SAFETY INFORMATION 9
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A TOY AND Never take place on this vehicle CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. without wearing an approved hel- met that fits properly. You should This vehicle handles differently from also wear eye protection (goggles other vehicles including motorcycles or face shield), gloves, boots, long and cars. A collision or rollover can sleeved shirt or jacket, and long occur quickly, even during routine ma- pants. neuvers such as turning and driving on hills or ov
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Never operate this vehicle on hills Always use proper procedures if too steep for the vehicle or for your you stall or roll backwards when abilities. Practice on smaller hills climbing a hill. To avoid stalling, before attempting larger hills. use proper gear and maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill. Always follow proper procedures If you stall or roll backwards, follow for climbing hills as described the special procedure for braking further in this Operator's Guide. described in
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Never modify this vehicle through improper installation or use of ac- cessories. Only use BRP's ap- proved accessories. NEVER install passenger seat. Never exceed the stated load lim- its for this vehicle including opera- tor, all other loads and added acces- sories. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow instruc- tions in this manual for carrying car- go or pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance for braking. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SA
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OPERATION WARNINGS While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that: WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in- jury or death. The following warning and their format have been requested by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and are required to be in the Operator's Guide for all ATVs. NOTE: The following illustrations are general representations only. Your model may differ. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to follow the age recommendations for this vehicle. WHAT CAN HAPPEN A lack of respect for this age recommendation can lead to severe injury or death of the child. Even though a child may be within the age group for which this vehicle is recommended, he 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 No one under 16 should operate this vehicle. ______
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Carrying a passenger on this vehicle. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this vehicle. Could cause an accident, resulting in harm to you and/or your passenger. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never carry a passenger. Even with a long seat that provides unrestricted operator movement, it is not designed nor intended to carry passenger(s). ____________ ___________ SAFETY INFORMATION 15
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle on paved surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The tires are designed for off-road use only, not for use on pavement. Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of this vehicle, and may cause the vehicle to go out of control. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this vehicle on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and streets. ___________ ___________ 16 SAFETY INFORMATION
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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, even a dirt or gravel one. In many states or provinces it is illegal to operate this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways. ____________ ___________ SAFETY INFORMATION 17
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WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Riding this vehicle without wearing an approved helmet, eye protection and protective clothing. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The following items concern all ATV's operator: – riding without an approved helmet increases the chances of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident – riding without eye protection can result in an accident and increases the chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident – riding without protective clothing increases the chan
