A Few Words About Safety
The following Safety Information is provided by Carter Karts
In order to keep everyone safe, you must take responsibility for the safe operation of your Kart.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.
It is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards associated with operating or maintaining a Kart. You must use your own good judgment.
SAFETY LABELS On the Kart.
Safety Messages - Preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of two signal words: WARNING or CAUTION. These signs words mean:
WARNING: Physical harm may result from failure to adhere to the instructions that are described within the WARNING labels.
The warning labels attached to your Kart should be considered permanent parts of the Kart. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your dealer for warning label replacements.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Kart will provide you with many years of service and pleasure. Providing you take responsibility for your own safety and understand the challenges you can meet while driving.
There is much that you can do to protect yourself while operating your kart. You'll find many helpful recommendations throughout this manual. The following are a few that we consider most important.
Follow the Age Recommendation
Adult Supervision should be present for ail people under the age of 16.
Always Wear a Helmet
It's a proven fact: helmets significantly reduce the number and severity of head injuries.
Always wear an approved motorcycle helmet We also recommend that you wear eye protection sturdy boots gloves and other protective gear.
Drive Off-Road Only
Your Kart is designed and manufactured for off-road use only. The tires are not made for pavement and the Kart does not have turn signals and other features required for use on public roads. lf you need to cross a paved or public road get off and walk your Kart across
Take Time to Learn & Practice
Even if you have driven other Karts take time to become familiar with how this Kart works and handles. Practice in a safe area until you build up your skills and get accustomed to this Kart's size and weight.
Because many accidents involve inexperienced or untrained drivers we urge all drivers to take a training course approved by the Go-Kart Safety Institute. Check with your dealer for more information on training courses.
Be Alert for Off-Road Hazards
The terrain can present a variety of challenges when you drive off-road. Continually ''read'' the terrain for unexpected turns drop-offs rocks ruts and other hazards. Always keep your speed low enough to allow time to see and react to hazards.
Drive within Your Limits
Pushing limits is another major cause of Kart accidents. Never drive beyond your personal abilities or faster than conditions warrant. Remember that alcohol, drugs, fatigue' and inattention can significantly reduce your ability to make good judgments and drive safely.
Don't Drink and drive
Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive either.
Do not operate your Kart at night.
Dark vision can greatly reduce a driver's visibility and judgment. So driving at night is dangerous and can increase the possibility for an accident.
Never run your Kart indoors.
The exhaust from the engine contains a tasteless odorless and poisonous gas called carbon monoxide.
Keep away from moving parts of the Kart
The operator of the Kart should never place their hands or other parts of their body near any moving part of the Kart. Failure to adhere to this warning will cause physical harm to your body.
Skidding or Sliding
The terrain surface can be a major factor affecting turns. Skidding in a turn is more likely to occur on slippery surfaces such as snow, ice, mud and loose gravel. If you skid on ice you may lose all directional control. To avoid skidding on slippery terrain, keep you speed low and drive carefully.
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