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WARNING Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety precautions in this manual and on all product labels. Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death. PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Snowmobile engines discharge fuel and exhaust, which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, onto the snow on which they operate. Keep this engine properly tuned and avoid unnecessary idling a
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WELCOME Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our world- wide family of Polaris enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at www.polarisindustries.com for the latest news, new product introduc- tions, upcoming events, career opportunities and more. Here at Polaris we proudly produce an exciting line of utility and recre- ational products. • Snowmobiles • All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) • RANGER utility vehicles • Victory motorcycles We believe Polaris sets a standard of excelle
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POLARIS and POLARIS THE WAY OUT are registered trademarks of Polaris Indus- tries Inc. Copyright 2005 Polaris Sales Inc. All information contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrep- ancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this publi- cation. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are in
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This section contains helpful information for owners and drivers and illustrates the location of important identification numbers that should be recorded in the owner's manual. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 This section describes safe vehicle operation and identifies warning decals and their locations. Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INTRODUCTION Vehicle Identification Numbers Record your snowmobile's identification numbers and key number in the spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. Your key can be duplicated only by mating a Polaris key blank with one of your existing keys, so if both keys are lost, the ignition switch must be replaced. Vehicle Model Number: ___________________________________________________ Tunnel VIN:_____________________________________________________________ (lower r
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INTRODUCTION Preservation of the Environment Polaris is committed to supporting an environmental education cam- paign. We encourage governments to adopt rigorous safety training programs that encourage protection of our environment, including wild- life and vegetation. Snowmobile clubs and other organizations are working together to pro- tect our environment. Please support their efforts and operate your snowmobile with consideration for the protection and preservation of our environment. N
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SAFETY Operator Safety The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and sym- bols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual. The safety alert symbol, on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts you to the potential for injury. WARNING The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION The safety alert caution indicates a pot
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SAFETY Operator Safety Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 80 of this manual to ensure that all critical components on the snowmobile are thoroughly inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals. WARNING Driving a snowmobile requires your full attention. DO NOT drink alcohol or use drugs or medications before or while driving or riding as a passenger. They will reduce your alertness and slow your reaction time. Snowmobiles are capable of traveling at high
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SAFETY Operator Safety Stay Clear of Track Your snowmobile is propelled by a revolving track that must be par- tially exposed for proper operation. WARNING Serious injuries may result if hands, feet, or clothing become entangled in the track. Be alert when riding, and remain properly seated to stay clear of the track. Never hold the snowmobile up or stand behind it while warming up the track. A loose track or flying debris could cause serious injury or death. We recommend having your d
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SAFETY Operator Safety Riding Position Operating a snowmobile requires skill and balance for proper control. Rider positions may vary with experience and the features available on some snowmobiles, but under many conditions, the proper position is to be seated with both feet on the running boards and both hands on the handlebar grips for proper throttle, brake and steering control. NOTE: Use of a backrest may hinder your weight shifting ability. This could affect your ability to control t
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SAFETY Operator Safety Survival Preparation For your safety, always ride in a group of other snowmobilers. Always tell someone where you're going and how long you expect to be gone. If it isn't possible to ride with others, and you must travel into remote areas, always carry survival equipment that's appropriate to the condi- tions you may encounter. Such equipment may include, but is not lim- ited to: extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a signaling mirror, a me
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SAFETY Operator Safety Disabled Operators Safe operation of this rider-active vehicle requires good judgement and physical skills. Operators with cognitive or physical disabilities have an increased risk of loss of control, which could result in serious injury or death. Cargo Overload Too much weight on the rear of the machine may reduce your ability to steer. Do not exceed carrier and rack weight limits, and do not allow a passenger to sit on the seat back or the cargo carrier. WARNING Co
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SAFETY Excessive Speed WARNING High speed driving, especially at night, could result in serious injury or death. Always reduce speed when driving at night or in inclement weather. Always observe all laws governing snowmobile operation and speed limits. Always be alert and pay attention to the trail ahead. Multiplying speed (MPH) by 1.5 will equal the approximate number of feet per sec- ond your machine travels. If your speed is 40 MPH, your machine is traveling about 60 feet per second.
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SAFETY Operator Safety Driver Awareness Slow down when traveling near poles, posts, or other obstacles. Be especially alert if you're snowmobiling after dark. Always be on the alert for wire fences. Single strands are especially dangerous, since there may be a great distance between posts. Guy wires on utility poles are also difficult to distinguish. Make sure the way is clear before crossing railroads and other roads and highways. The noise of your machine will drown out the so
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SAFETY Operator Safety Avalanches Snowmobilers should always be properly trained and equipped before traveling in mountainous terrain: • Take an avalanche class • Travel with experienced people • Travel on designated trails • Make sure each person is equipped with a shovel, probe and avalanche beacon. You don't have to be snowmobiling on a slope for an avalanche to occur. Be aware that all of the snow is connected. You may be riding on a flat slope or snow covered road, but if the snowpack
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SAFETY Operator Safety Ice and Snow Build-up WARNING Ice and snow build-up may interfere with the steering of your machine, result- ing in serious injury or death. Keep the underhood area free of snow and ice. Before driving, manually turn the skis to the left and right to be sure ice and snow are not interfering with full left and right steering. If diffi- culty is encountered, remove ice and snow build-up that may be obstructing the steering linkage. Driving on Slippery Surfaces WARNING Dr
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SAFETY Operator Safety Driving Downhill When riding downhill, shift your weight to the rear of the machine and reduce your speed to a minimum. Apply just enough throttle to keep the clutch engaged, allowing the engine's compression to help slow the machine and keep it from rolling freely downhill. WARNING When driving on long downhill stretches, pump the brakes. Riding the brakes may cause the brake system to overheat, which may result in brake failure. Excessive or repetitive use of the b
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SAFETY Operator Safety Driving in Hilly Terrain WARNING Climbing a hill or crossing the face of a slope may result in loss of balance and machine roll-over, causing serious injury or death. Use caution and good judgement when driving in hilly terrain. Use extra caution when operating in hilly terrain. If climbing a hill is unavoidable, keep your weight low and forward. If you must cross the face of a slope, keep your weight on the uphill side of the machine to maintain proper balance and
