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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) • Quadricycles • RANGER utility vehicles • Victory motorcycles Always follow the instructions and recommendations in this manual. The manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but informa- tion about major repairs is outlined in the Polaris Service Manual and
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POLARIS and POLARIS THE WAY OUT are registered trademarks of Polaris Indus- tries Inc. Copyright 2006 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 inte
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Know Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Emission Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Polaris Prod
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KNOW YOUR VEHICLE As the operator of the vehicle, you are responsible for your personal safety, the safety of others, and the protection of our environment. Read and understand your owner's manual, which includes valuable informa- tion about all aspects of your vehicle, including safe operating proce- dures. Ride responsibly. Know all laws and regulations concerning the opera- tion of this vehicle in your area. Vehicle Identification Numbers Record your vehicle's identification numbers and key
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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 pote
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SAFETY Operator Safety WARNING Failure to follow the warnings in this manual can result in serious injury or death. A Polaris Quadricycle is not a toy and can be hazardous to operate. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers, if you fail to take proper precautions. Read and understand your owner's manual and all warnings before operating a Polaris Quadricycle. Safety Training When you purchased your new Quadricycle, your dealer offered a hands-on safety train
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SAFETY Operator Safety WARNING Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow the instructions and procedures listed here and throughout this manual. Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating procedures in this manual and on the safety labels before operating the Quadricycle. Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating procedures in this manual and on the safety labels before operating the Quadricycle. Never operate a Quadricycle without proper instruc
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SAFETY Operator Safety Always wear an approved helmet that fits properly. Wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long sleeves and long pants. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating a Quadricycle. Never operate at excessive speeds. Travel and turn at speeds appropriate for the terrain, visibility, operating conditions and your experience. Never attempt jumps or other stunts. 8
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SAFETY Operator Safety Always inspect your Quadricycle before each use to verify that it's in safe operating condition. Follow the inspection and maintenance procedures outlined in this manual. See page 49. Keep both hands on the handlebars. Keep your feet on the footrests. Always travel slowly when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Use extra caution. Use caution when operating on rough, slippery or loose terrain. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for turning. See pag
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SAFETY Operator Safety If a Quadricycle has been involved in an accident, always have an authorized Polaris dealer inspect the entire vehicle for possible damage, including (but not limited to) brake, throttle and steering systems. Never operate on hills too steep for the Quadricycle or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills. Avoid climbing hills steeper than 25 °. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for climbing hills. See page
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SAFETY Operator Safety Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for braking if you stall or roll backwards while climbing a hill. Never back down a hill. See page 26. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating over obstacles. See page 21. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating on slippery or loose surfaces. Use extra caution. Always avoid skidding or sliding. See page 20. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manua
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SAFETY Operator Safety Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving in reverse. See page 31. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your Quadricycle. Maintain the proper tire pressure. Never modify a Quadricycle through improper installation or use of accessories. Never exceed the stated load capacity for your Quadricycle. Cargo must be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow the instructions in this manual for carrying carg
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SAFETY Operator Safety Never operate the Quadricycle on a frozen body of water. Operating on paved surfaces may seriously affect the handling and control of the Quadricycle and could result in loss of control, accident, and/ or injury. Avoid sudden turns or swift movement of the handlebars. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use or accidental starting. Hot components can cause serious burns and fire. Do not touch hot exhaust system com
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SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Warning decals have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the instructions on each decal carefully. If a decal becomes illegible or comes off, contact your Polaris dealer to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety decals are provided by Polaris at no charge. The part number is printed on the decal. The following pages repeat the information found on each decal. General Alert (Multi-Lingual) Before you operate this vehicle, re
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SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Rack Rack Warning Warning “No Passenger” Warning Tire Pressure/ Load Alert “No Passenger” Warning WARNING NEVER ride as a passenger. Passengers can cause a loss of control, resulting in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. Tire Pressure/Load Alert TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY (Gross Vehicle Weight) INCLUDING MACHINE, DRIVER AND CARGO IS 930 LBS. (423 kg). Read Owner's Manual for more detailed loading information. R
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SAFETY Safe Riding Gear Always wear protective clothing to reduce the chance of injury. Eye Protection Long Helmet Sleeves Gloves Long Pants Boots Helmet Always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety stan- dards. 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 o
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SAFETY Safe Riding Gear Eye Protection Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection. When- ever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear shatterproof goggles or use a shatterproof helmet face shield. Polaris recommends wearing approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC 8, V-8, Z87.1, or CE. Make sure protective eye wear is kept clean. Gloves Off-road style gloves with knuckle pads are the best for comfort and protection. Boots The best footwear is
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SAFETY Driving Safely Driving Procedures 1. Sit upright. Keep your feet on the footrests. Keep both hands on the handlebars. 2. Apply the brakes. 3. Start the engine and allow it to warm up. 4. Shift the transmission into gear. 5. Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel. 6. Release the brakes. 7. Slowly squeeze the throttle lever toward the handlebar to begin driving. 8. Drive slowly. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle and brakes on level surfaces. 18
