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Pantone 425C For your nearest Polaris dealer, call 1-800-POLARIS or visit www.polarisindustries.com Polaris Sales Inc., 2100 Hwy. 55, Medina, MN 55340 Phone 1-888-704-5290 Part No. 9922293 Rev 01 Printed in USA
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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. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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WELCOME Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our world- wide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting line of utility and recreational products. • Snowmobiles • All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) • RANGER utility vehicles • Victory motorcycles We believe Polaris sets a standard of excellence for all utility and recre- ational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of experi- ence have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your Polar
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POLARIS and POLARIS THE WAY OUT are registered trademarks of Polaris Indus- tries Inc. RIDER SELECT is a trademark of Polaris Industries Inc. Copyright 2009 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. De
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 This section describes safe vehicle operation and identifies warning decals and their locations. Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INTRODUCTION Important Notes for Owners and Drivers After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for convenient ref- erence. It should remain with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is sold. Some of the illustrations and photos used in this manual are general rep- resentations. Your model may differ. Follow the maintenance program outlined in this manual. Preventive maintenance ensures that critical components of the snowmobile are inspected by your dealer at specific mileage interva
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INTRODUCTION Preservation of the Environment Polaris is committed to supporting an environmental education cam- paign. We encourage state and provincial governments across the snow- belt to adopt rigorous safety training programs that encourage protection of our environment, including wildlife 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
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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 ri
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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 indicates a potential personal injury hazard. WARNING A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, m
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SAFETY Operator Safety Follow the recommended maintenance program outlined beginning on page 86 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
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SAFETY Operator Safety Stay Clear of Track Your snowmobile is propelled by a revolving track that must be partially 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 dea
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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; 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. WARNING! Improper riding position may reduce control and could result in serious injury or death. Always ride in a position that allows for control of your
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SAFETY Operator Safety Riding Apparel Helmet Wearing a helmet can prevent a severe head injury. Whenever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety standards. Approved helmets in the USA and Canada bear a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Approved helmets in Europe, Asia and Oceania bear the ECE 22.05 label. The ECE mark consists 4 E of a circle surrounding the letter E, followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has
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SAFETY Operator Safety Rider Capacity Driving 1-Up - Some Polaris snowmobiles are designed for a single rider only. A decal on the console of these models indicates single rider operation. Driving 2-Up - Some Polaris snowmobiles are designed for up to two riders. A decal on the hood of these models indicates that the vehicle is designed for one operator and one passenger only. WARNING! Control becomes more difficult with two people on board. More space is required to make turns, and longer
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SAFETY Operator Safety Excessive Speed Always observe all state and local laws governing snowmobile opera- tion and speed limits. Always be alert and pay attention to the trail ahead. If your speed is 40 MPH (64 km/h), your snowmobile is traveling about 60 feet (18 m) per second. If you look back for only two seconds, your snowmobile will travel about 120 feet (36 m). If your speed is 60 MPH (96 km/h), your snowmobile will travel about 180 feet (55 m) in two seconds. Traveling at night requ
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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 snowmobile will drown out the sound
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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 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 difficulty is encountered, remove ice and snow build-up that may be obstructing the steering linkage. If your snowmobile is equipped with RIDER SELECT, perform this check in both the full up and full down steering positions. WARNING! Ice and snow build-up may interfere with the steering of your snowmobile
