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Pantone 280cvc
Sportsman 500 Touring
Quadricycle
2009
Owner's Manual
for Maintenance and Safety
Read this manual carefully.
It contains important safety information.
This is an adult vehicle only.
Operation is prohibited for those under 16 years of age.
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Pantone 280cvc PASSENGER UNDER 12 Before you operate or ride this vehicle, read the GB owner’s manual. Lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung, bevor Sie D dieses Fahrzeug bedienen oder fahren. Antes de operar o conducir este vehículo, lea el E Manual del propietario. Lire le Manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser ou de F conduire ce véhicule. Prima di usare o guidare il veícolo, leggere il I Manuale di istruzioni. Lue aina käyttöohjekirja ennen tämän ajoneuvon FI käyttöä tai ajamista. Antes de ut
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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 2008 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Emission Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 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 (including your passenger), and the protec- tion of our environment. Read and understand your owner's manual, which includes valuable information about all aspects of your vehicle, including safe operating procedures. Ride responsibly. Know all laws and regulations concerning the opera- tion of this vehicle in your area. Vehicle Identification Numbers Record your vehicle's iden
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SAFETY Rider 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 potenti
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SAFETY Rider 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 training
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SAFETY Rider 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. Never operate a Quadricycle without proper instruction. Take a training course. Beginners should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized Polaris Quadricycle dealer o
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SAFETY Rider 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. 9
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SAFETY Rider 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 43. Keep both hands on the handlebars. Keep both feet on the footrests. A passenger should always be seated in the passenger seat with both feet on the footrests and both hands on the passenger grab handles at all times. The passenger should never hold on to the operator. Always travel sl
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SAFETY Rider 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. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving on hills. See page 50. 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 15 °
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SAFETY Rider 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 54. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating over obstacles. See page 59. 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 58. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual
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SAFETY Rider Safety Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving in reverse. See page 61. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. Maintain the proper tire pressure. Never modify a Quadricycle through improper installation or use of accessories. Never exceed the stated load capacity for your vehicle. Cargo must be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow the instructions in this manual for carrying cargo or towing
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SAFETY Rider Safety Never operate the Quadricycle on a frozen body of water. Operating on paved surfaces may affect the handling and control of the Quadricycle and could result in loss of control. 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. Always unlock the steering before starting the engine. See page 28. Hot components can cause serious burns and fire. Do not t
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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 or ride this vehi
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SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Reverse Override Alert Front Rack Warning Clutch Rear Rack Cover Alert Warning Tire Pressure/ Load Alert Tire Pressure/Load Alert TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY 568 LBS. (258 kg) INCLUDES WEIGHT OF OPERATOR, PASSENGER, CARGO AND ACCESSORIES. Read Owner's Manual for more detailed loading information. Reverse Override Alert Pushing reverse override button may cause sudden increases in power and traction i
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SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Rack Warning, Front and Rear WARNING WARNING - DO NOT TOW FROM RACK OR BUMPER. Vehicle damage or tipover may result causing severe injury or death. Tow only from tow hooks or hitch. Maximum Rack Loads: Front 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear 180 lbs. (82 kg) Clutch Cover Alert NO STEP 17
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SAFETY Safe Riding Gear Always wear protective clothing to reduce the chance of injury. Helmet Eye Protection Long Gloves Sleeves 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
