Polaris Scrambler 500 4x4 - Manual (Page 39)

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Parking Brake
WARNING
Operating the ATV while the parking brake is engaged could
result in an accident and serious injury or death. Always check to
be sure the parking brake is disengaged before operating.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Squeeze and release the brake lever two or
three times, then squeeze and hold.
2. Push the park brake lock (1)
forward to engage the brake.
Release the brake lever.
3. To release the parking brake lock,
squeeze and release the brake
lever. It will return to its unlocked
position.
Important Safeguards
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The parking brake may relax if left on for a long period of time. Al-
ways block the wheels to prevent rolling.
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Always block the wheels on the downhill side of the ATV if leaving
it parked on a hill. Another option is to park the ATV in a sidehill
position.
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Never depend on the parking brake alone if the ATV is parked on a
hill. Always block the wheels to prevent rolling.
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