Safe Riding Gear, Helmet | Polaris 550 EPS manual

SAFETY

Safe Riding Gear

Always wear appropriate clothing when riding an ATV. Wear protective clothing for comfort and to reduce the chance of injury.

Helmet

	Eye Protection
Long	Gloves
Sleeves	Gloves

Long Pants

Boots

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. A passenger (on approved models) should wear a helmet that includes a rigid chin guard.

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 of a circle surrounding the letter E, followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval. The approval number and serial number will also be displayed on the label.

E4

051039

0006.31

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Polaris 550 EPS owner manual Safe Riding Gear, Helmet

Contents

Sportsman X2 550 EPS Page Welcome Page Table of Contents Introduction European Vibration and Noise Vehicle Identification Numbers VIN Safety Safety Training Safe Riding Gear Helmet Eye Protection BootsEquipment Modifications Gloves Operating Without Instruction Safety WarningsAge Restrictions Exposure to Exhaust Handling GasolineFailure to Inspect Before Operating Carrying a Passenger Using Alcohol or DrugsProtective Apparel Carrying More Than One Passenger Operating on Public Roads Carrying a Passenger Cargo BoxOperating on Pavement Operating at Excessive Speeds Turning Improperly Physical Control of the ATVJumps and Stunts Descending Hills Improperly Improper Hill ClimbingCrossing Hillsides Stalling While Climbing a Hill Operating on Steep Hills Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain Operating on Slippery TerrainOperating Improperly Reverse Operating Over Obstacles Improper Tire MaintenanceSkidding or Sliding Operating Through Deep Water Improper Cargo Loading Operating on Frozen Bodies Water Poor Visibility Hot Exhaust Systems Operating a Damaged ATVPhysical Skills Unauthorized Use of the ATV Safety Labels and Locations General Warning Age 16 Warning Reverse Override Warning/AWD Caution Passenger Safety//Discretionary Warning Passenger Must Always Tire Pressure/Load Warning Clutch Cover Warning Rack Warning, FrontHitch Capacity Label Box Warning Mode/Reverse Override Switch Features and ControlsSwitches Engine Stop Switch 4X4 Switch Main Key SwitchHeadlight Switch Throttle Lever Brake Lever Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid Parking Brake Locking the Parking Brake Auxiliary Foot Brake Brake Fluid Level Automatic Transmission Gear Selector Electronic Power Steering EPSBelt Life Extreme Use 30 AH Battery Fuel Tank Cap 4X4 Mode ADC 4X4 ModeAll Wheel Drive System Turf Mode 2X4 ModeEngaging Engaging Active Descent Control Active Descent Control ADC SystemDisengaging Active Descent Control Passenger Seat Seat Conversion Backrest Adjustment Latch Passenger Front Box/Compartment Digital/Analog Gauge Instrument ClusterSpeedometer Indicator Lamps Lamp Indicates Condition Rider Information Center Features and Controls Display Units Standard/Metric Odometer Mode Programmable Service Interval Engine Error Codes Diagnostic Display Code Definitions Sportsman X2 550 EPS Diagnostic Codes EPS Models Only Engine and Drivetrain Break-in OperationBreak-In Period PVT Break-in Clutches/Belt Pre-Ride Checklist Remarks Safe Operation Practices Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly Trail Etiquette Starting the Engine Cold Weather Operation Driving Procedures Turning the Vehicle Driving with a Passenger Operation Driving on Slippery Surfaces Driving Uphill Driving on a Sidehill Sidehilling Driving Downhill Turning Around on a Hill K-Turn Operation Driving Through Water Driving Over Obstacles Driving in Reverse Parking on an Incline Hauling Cargo Do not Travel Faster than the Recommended Speeds Never exceed 50 MPH 80 km/h while carrying a passenger Towing Loads Dumping Cargo Winch Safety Precautions Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Operation YES no Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Cable Care Shock Loading Winch Guide Winch Maintenance and Service Safety Emission Control Systems Periodic Maintenance Chart MaintenanceSevere Use Definition Maintenance Chart Key Symbol Description Miles Fuel system 100 H 12 M Procedure Lubrication Guide Engine Oil Oil Recommendations Oil Level Oil and Filter Change Oil Filter Transmission Oil Oil Check Oil Change Front Gearcase Demand Drive Fluid ADC Extreme Use Definition Fluid Check Fluid Change Active Descent Control ADC Fluid Fluid Level Position the vehicle on a level Rear Gearcase Oil Power Steering Unit Cooling System Recovery Bottle Coolant Radiator Coolant Hand Brake BrakesAuxiliary Foot Brake Steering Assembly Toe Alignment Seat Removal Side Panel/Footwell Removal Front Wheel Hub Tightening TiresTire Tread Depth Wheel Removal Wheel Nut Torque Specifications Wheel InstallationWheel Type Nut Type Nut Torque Air Filter Fuse Replacement Headlight Lamp Replacement Lights High Beam Adjustment Low Beam Adjustment Headlight Housing Replacement Lower Headlamp Replacement Taillight/Brakelight Lamp Replacement Spark Plug Recommendations Plug Condition Torque SpecificationSpark Plugs Spark Plug Inspection Normal Spark Plug Wet Fouled Spark Plug Vehicle Immersion Spark Arrester PVT System 127 PVT Drying When To Use Low Range and High RangeCondition Range to Use Battery Battery Removal Battery Installation Battery Storage Battery Charging State Voltage Action Charge Time Throttle Body/Idle RPM Throttle Cable Freeplay 135 Handlebars Camber and Caster Front and Rear Springs Accessories Transporting the ATV Washing the Vehicle Cleaning and StorageWashing Tips Polishing the Vehicle Polishing Tips Oil and Filter Clean the ExteriorStorage Tips Fluid Levels Air Filter / Air Box Battery StorageFog the Engine Inspect and Lubricate Troubleshooting Drive Belt Wear/Burn Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start Engine Doesnt Turn OverEngine Backfires Engine Pings or Knocks Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires Engine Stops or Loses Power Engine Overheating Polaris Products Part Number Description Specifications Sportsman X2 550 EPS Clutching N/R/P Warranty Limited Warranty Limitations of Warranties and Remedies Lubricants and Fluids 152 HOW to Obtain Warranty Service Exported Products A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty 156 California Residents Maintenance LOG 159 Battery Index 161 162 163 9924657