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Polaris 2002 Disabled Operators, Know the Limitations of the Machine Your Skills as a Driver

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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.

Know the Limitations of the Machine

and Your Skills as a Driver

WARNING

High speed driving, especially at night, is dangerous and unwise and could result in serious personal injury or death.

Observe all state and local laws governing snowmobile operation. They’ve been established for your protection.

Always be alert and pay attention to the trail ahead of you. Multiplying speed (MPH) by 1.5 will equal the approximate number of feet per second your machine travels. If your speed is 40 MPH, your machine is traveling about 60 feet per second. If you look back for only two seconds, your machine will travel about 120 feet. If your speed is 60 MPH, your machine will travel about 180 feet in two seconds.

Traveling at night requires extra caution. Check headlight and taillight to ensure proper operation, and don’t “over drive” your headlight beam. Always be able to bring your machine to a stop in the distance illuminated by the headlight.

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Polaris 2002 manual Disabled Operators, Know the Limitations of the Machine Your Skills as a Driver

Contents

Page Proposition What’s the hottest thing on snow? Page Welcome Table of Contents HOW to USE this Manual Important Notes For Owners And Drivers Noise Level Preservation Of The EnvironmentAir Pollution HOW to USE this Manual Vehicle Identification Numbers Page Safety Operator Safety Safety Stay Away From Moving Parts Be Prepared for the Unexpected Be Seated and in Position to Control the VehicleAlways Wear Clothing Designed for Snowmobiling Do Not Overload Cargo CarrierKnow the Limitations of the Machine Your Skills as a Driver Disabled OperatorsSafety Operation on Hard-Packed Snow or Slippery Surfaces Ice and Snow Build-upDriving in Hilly Terrain Do Not Operate Engine With Clutch Guard Removed Riding DownhillDo Not Operate Engine With Drive Belt Removed Cold Weather Drive-Away Do Not Service Clutches YourselfMachine Maneuverability Powder Snow Operation Safety Responsible Driving Wind Chill Chart F Windchill/Temperature ChartsWind Chill Chart C Pressure Cap Warning Decal Safety Decals And LocationsClutch Cover Warning Decal Airbox Warning DecalCargo Carrier Warning Decal Track Warning DecalPassenger Warning Vehicle Capable of Excessive Reverse Speed Standard Reverse Warning DecalOperation Warning Decal Electronic Reverse Warning DecalOperation Warning Decal Text Before Starting Engine Features and Controls Location of Controls Features and Controls Features and Controls Features Features and Controls Features and Controls Page Perfect FIT IFS Adjustment Options Front Suspension AdjustmentsIndependent Front Suspension IFS Shock Absorber Components Adjusting Front ShockSpring Preload Changing Shock Valving Indy Select IFS Shock Suspension Performance Tips Rear SuspensionsPerfect FIT Rear Spring Tension Perfect FIT Rear Torque Arm Adjustment SKS Models Rear Torsion Spring Adjustment Xtra-12Indy Select Front Track Shock AdjustmentIndy Select Rear Shock Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop Frss Optional Coil SpringsPosition Sensitive Shock PPS Suspension CouplingRear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Attributes Rear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor Stop RrssXtra-10 and Edge Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Weight Transfer During AccelerationXtra-12 Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Handlebar Adjustment Accessories Traction Products Perfect FIT Wear Strips Page Start the Engine and Check Check Before Starting EngineCheck Throttle and Brake for Proper Operation Throttle Safety SwitchBrake Lever Travel Hydraulic BrakesLever Feel Mechanical Brakes Park Brake Lever Lock Track Inspection Check for Proper Operation of Steering SystemCheck for Securely Latched Hood Check Surroundings to Verify Clear Operating Area Page Operation Starting a Cold Engine Manual Start Starting Your EngineStarting a Warm Engine Starting a Cold Engine Electric StartEngine Break-In Variable Exhaust System Oil Injection SystemLubrication Track Warm-Up Operation Fuel Premium Fuel Switch Fuel System Deicers Fuel Reserve CapacityLow Oil Indicator Light Low Oil Level Carburetion Engine Stop Switch Throttle Lever System What IT does Throttle Condition StoppingStarting Reverse Operation Mechanical Reverse Operation Electronic Forward Altitude SettingTowing Page Maintenance Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program Maintenance Chart Tighten idler adjusting bolt jam Mile 1600 km Maintenance Inspection Mile 240 km Initial Maintenance InspectionMile 3200 km Maintenance Inspection Additional Services Performed + + 102 LL L 104 105 Suspension Lubrication X-10, Edge Driveshaft Bearing Greasing Jackshaft Bearing GreasingCoupler Greasing WideTrak Choke and Cable Lubrication Throttle Cable LubricationChaincase Oil Level Gearcase Oil Level WideTrak Models Intake Filter Spark Plug Selection Under Hood Air Intake SystemOverheating NormalWet Fouled Spark Plug Removal and Replacement Water Pump Belt Inspection Variable Exhaust System V.E.SPlug Cleaning Procedure Water/Sediment Trap ServiceOil Filter Fuel Filter/Fuel LinesGeneral Carburetor Information Carburetor AdjustmentsEngine Cooling Liquid Cooled Models Exhaust SystemCoolant Mixture Coolant High Temperature Indicator LightCoolant Level Flushing the Cooling System Recovery System ModelsBleeding the Cooling System Surge Tank Models Edge RMKs Drive Chain TensionHydraulic Brake Inspection Excessive Lever Travel Brake ComponentsReplenishing Brake Fluid Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System Mechanical Brake Lever Travel Headlight Adjustment Removing Halogen Bulbs High/Low Beam Installing the BulbRemoving Halogen Bulbs High Beam Wrap Around Taillight Bulb Replacement Installing the Side BulbsRemoving the Side Bulbs Electronic Reverse Belt Removal Standard Belt RemovalElectronic Reverse Belt Installation Standard Belt InstallationClutch System Drive Belt Deflection Clutch Alignment and OffsetClutch Center Distance Reverse Kit MaintenanceTorque Stop Oil Change Accessory Reverse KitChain Tension Oil LevelTool Pouch Clip Tool KitAlways keep the tool kit with the snowmobile For Your Protection Maintenance ItemsFall Tune-Up Track Tension Data Suspension Weight MeasurementTrack Tension If the track needs adjustmentTrack Alignment Track Lubrication Steering Inspection and Adjustment Ski Alignment 146 Ski Skags Skag ReplacementSkag Identification Hi-Fax Wear Controls and Linkage Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis, and TrimClutch and Drive System BearingsEngine and Carburetor Protection Electrical Connections BatteryTransporting the Snowmobile Track and SuspensionBattery Fluid Battery Removal Battery ConnectionsBattery Installation 156 Troubleshooting Problem Solution perform only one change at a time Suspension Troubleshooting12, 133″ Edge Edge RMK Xtra Lite Belt Wear/Burn Causes Solutions164 165 166 167 168 Warranty Polaris Anti-Theft System Service And Warranty InformationAdministration Obtaining Service and Warranty AssistanceLimited Warranty 172 Engine Oil Coverage ConditionsCoverage Exclusions Index 177 178