Safety, Operator safety, Warning – Polaris Trail Touring Deluxe User Manual

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SAFETY

Operator Safety

Inadequate Snow Conditions

Moveable hood closures are included on some Polaris snowmobiles.

They are normally left open and are located on the front upper and lower

hood openings. If operating in deep snow or in extreme cold conditions

(below -20_

F), Polaris recommends closing the upper hood closure.

Since snow provides the only lubrication for the power slide suspension

and, on liquid cooled models, cooling for the engine, adequate snow

cover is a requirement for operation of your machine. Driving in too lit-

tle snow will result in excessive wear and damage to the slide rail, track

and/or engine.

If the machine becomes stuck in snow, clear the running board area of

snow, then step down the snow in front of the machine so that when the

throttle is opened, the snowmobile will be able to climb up and over the

snow.

WARNING

Do not drive for prolonged periods on blacktop, gravel, or ice. Doing so could

cause irreversible track damage and lead to serious injury.

CAUTION

When operating on icy surfaces or hard-packed snow, avoid overheating the

slide rail and track. Lack of lubrication and cooling will cause overheating of

the slide rail and track, resulting in premature wear and failure. If frequently

operating in low cooling conditions, see your dealer for an optional wheel kit

that will reduce the wear from overheating.

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