Polaris Widetrak LX - Manual (Page 59)

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OPERATION
Emergency Stopping
The following chart lists methods for stopping the snowmobile in the
event of an emergency. Refer to page 54 for more information about the
engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.
SYSTEM WHAT IT DOES
THROTTLE
CONDITION
Ignition Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All
Brake Slows jackshaft All
Choke Floods engine Half throttle or less
Engine Stop Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All
Throttle Safety Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All
WARNING
Excessive or repetitive use of brakes for high speed stops will cause an over-
heated brake system. This overheated condition could cause sudden loss of
brakes and/or fire, resulting in serious injury or death.
When traveling on long downhill stretches, pump the brakes. Riding the
brakes may cause the brake system to overheat and result in brake failure.