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Traversing a slope

WARNING

Traversing slopes is not recommended for a novice

snowmobiler.

Traversing a slope requires you to properly position your

weight to maintain proper balance. As you travel across

the slope, lean your body to position your weight towards

the uphill side. A recommended riding position is to kneel

with the knee of the downhill leg on the seat and the foot

of the uphill leg on the running board. This position will

make it easier for you to shift your body weight as

needed.

Snow and ice are slippery, so be prepared for the possi-

bility that your snowmobile could begin to slip sideways

on the slope. If this happens, steer in the direction of the

slide if there are no obstacles in your path. As you regain

proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction you

wish to travel.

If your snowmobile starts to tip, steer down the hill to

regain balance.

WARNING

If you are unable to maintain correct balance, and

your snowmobile is going to tip over, dismount your

snowmobile immediately on the uphill side.

Ice or icy surface

Operating on ice or icy surfaces can be very dangerous.

Traction for turning, stopping, or starting is much less

than that on snow.

WARNING

When you have to operate on ice or icy surfaces,

drive slowly and cautiously. Avoid accelerating, turn-

ing, or braking rapidly. Steering is minimal and

uncontrolled spins are an ever-present danger.

Hard-packed snow

It can be more difficult to negotiate on hard-packed snow

as both the skis and drive track do not have as much

traction as when the snowmobile is operated on fresh

snow. Avoid rapid acceleration, turning, or braking.

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