CFMoto ATV CF800-2 4x4. Service Manual - part 2

Operator Safety

Operating the ATV after consuming alcohol or drugs.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Consumption of alcohol and/or drugs could seriously

 affect operator judgment. Reaction time may be slower

 and operator balance and perception could be affected.

Consumption of alcohol and/or drugs before or while

 operating an ATV could result in an accident causing

 severe injury or death.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating an

 

ATV

.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating the ATV at excessive speeds.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Excessive speed increase the operator

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s chance of losing control of the ATV, which can result in an 

accident.

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HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always operate the ATV at a speed that

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s 

proper for the terrain, visibility and operating

 

conditions, and your experience.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Attempting wheelies, jumps and other stunts.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Attempting stunts increases the chance of an

accident, including an overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts. Avoid exhibition driving.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to inspect the ATV before operating. Failure to properly maintain the  ATV.

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WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Poor maintenance increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always inspect your ATV before each use to make sure it’s in safe operating condition.

Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the owner

'

s

 manual.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Removing hands from the handlebars or feet from the footrests during operation.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Removing even one hand or foot can reduce ability to control the vehicle or could cause loss of balance

 and ejection from the ATV. 

If the operator

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s foot is not firmly planted on the footrest, it could come into contact with the rear

 wheels and lead to accident or injury.

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HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests of the ATV during operation.

 

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to use extra caution when operating

the ATV on unfamiliar terrain.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Unfamiliar terrain may contain hidden

 

rocks

,

bumps, or holes that

 

could

 

cause

 

loss

 

of

control or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Travel slowly and use extra caution when operating 

on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions.

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WARNING

 

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to use extra caution when operating on excessively

 rough, slippery or loose terrain.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain

 could cause loss of traction or loss of control, which could

 result in an accident or overturn

.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you

'

ve learned and practiced the 

skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain. Always use extra caution on rough, slippery or

 loose terrain

.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Turning improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Improper turns could cause loss of control and lead to a collision or overturn.

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HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always follow proper procedures or turning as described in the owner

'

s manual. Practise turning at

 

slow speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds

.

Never turn at excessive speed.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating on excessively steep hills.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The vehicle may overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never operate on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities.Never operate the ATV on hills

 steeper than 22°

Practice on smaller hills before attempting large hills.

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Operator Safety

WARNING

 

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Climbing hills improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Improper hill climbing could cause loss of control or overturn.

HOW TO AVOIDL THE HAZARD

Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as 

described in the owner

'

s manual.

Always check the terrain carefully before ascending any hill.

Never operate the ATV on hills steeper than 22

°. 

Never

 

climb

 

hills

 

with

 

excessively

 

slippery

 

or

 

loose surfaces.Shift your weight forward.Never open the throttle suddenly while traveling uphill.

 The ATV could flip over backwards. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed. And obstacle, a 

 sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill.

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Operator Safety

 

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Traveling downhill improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Improperly descending a hill could cause loss of

 control or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always follow proper procedures for 

travelling down hills as described

 

in

 

the

 

owner

'

s manual.

A special technique is required when braking while traveling downhill. See page 68. Always check

 the terrain carefully before descending a hill. Shift your weight backward. Never travel down a hill at

 high speed. Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to

 one side. Travel straight down the hill when possible.

NOTE

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WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Improperly crossing hills and turning

 

on

 

hills

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Improperly crossing or turning on hills could cause

 loss of control or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill

 until you

'

ve mastered the turning technique 

(on level ground) as described in the owner

'

s

 manual. See page 67

.

Use extra caution when turning on any hill. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill.

WHEN CROSSING THE SIDE OF A HILL：

Always follow proper procedures as described

 

in

 

the

 

owner

'

s manual. 

Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to use uphill side of the ATV.

 

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WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Stalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill.

 

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The vehicle could overturn.

 

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Maintain steady speed when climbing a hill

Keep your weight uphill. Apply the front brake. When 

fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, then shift

 the gear to parking.

IF THE ATV BEGINS ROLLING BACKWARDA:

Keep weight uphill. Never apply engine power.

IF ALL FORWARD SPEED IS LOST:

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Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards. Apply the front brake. When fully stopped, apply

 the rear brake as well, and shift the gear to parking.

Dismount on uphill side, or to either side if ATV is pointed straight uphill.

Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. See

 Page 69. 

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Improperly operating over obstacles.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Operating over obstacles could cause loss of control or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.

Avoid operating over large obstacles such as rocks and fallen trees when possible. If unavoidable, 

use extreme caution and always follow proper procedures as outlined in the owner

'

s manual.

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Operator Safety

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Skidding or sliding.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Skidding or sliding can cause loss of control. If the tires regain traction unexpectedly, the ATV could

 overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

On slippery surface such as ice, travel slowly and use extra caution to reduce the chance of skidding 

or sliding out of control.

 

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Overloading the ATV or carrying/towing cargo improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Overloading and towing can cause changes in vehicle handling, which could lead to loss of control

 or an accident.

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HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV.

Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed when carrying cargo or

 pulling a trailer. Allow a greater distance for braking.

Always follow the instructions in the owner

'

s manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer

.

See page

 63

.

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WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operation the ATV through deep or fasten-following water.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Tires may float, causing loss of traction and loss of control, which lead to an accident or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Avoid operating the ATV through deep or fast-flowing water. If it is unavoidable to enter water that 

exceeds the recommended maximum depth

 (

see

 

page

 7 0 ) ,

travel slowly

,

balance your weight

 

carefully

,

avoid sudden movements

,

and maintain a slow and steady forward motion. Do not make

 sudden turns or stops, and do not make sudden throttle changes. Wet brakes may have reduced 

stopping ability

.

Always test the brakes after leaving water

.

If necessary

,

apply brakes several times

 

to dry out the pads

.

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WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Improperly operating in reverse.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The ATV

 

could

 

collide

 

with

 

an

 

obstacle

 

or

 

person

, 

resulting

 

in

 

severe

 

injury

.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Before shifting into reverse gear, always check for obstacles or people behind the ATV. When it

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s

 safety to proceed, back slowly.

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this ATV with improper tires, or with improper or uneven tire pressure.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Use of improper tires, or operation of the ATV with improper or uneven tire pressure, could cause 

loss of control or accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always use the size and type of tires specified in the owner

'

s manual for the ATV. Always maintain

 proper tire pressure.

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Operator Safety

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating the

 

ATV

 

with

 

improper

 

modifications

.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Improper installation of accessories or modification of the ATV may cause changes in handling which 

could lead to an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never modify the ATV through improper installation or use of accessories. All parts and accessories

 added to the vehicle must be genuine parts or equivalent components designed for use on this ATV

 and should be installed and used according to approved instructions

.

Consult your dealer for more

 

information

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