Operation, Warning, Caution – Polaris 900 RMK User Manual

Page 74: Daily storage, Towing

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OPERATION

Daily Storage

At the end of each ride, park the

snowmobile on a level surface

and support it at the rear with an

appropriate track stand. The

track should be suspended

approximately 4″ (10 cm) off

the ground.
Remove the key and cover the

machine.

Towing

WARNING

Objects towed with a rope have no braking power and can easily

collide with the rear of the snowmobile or other objects, resulting

in serious injury or death. DO NOT tow toboggans, sleds,

saucers, or any type of vehicle with a rope. Only a stiff metal

pole connecting the towed object and the tow hitch on the

snowmobile should be used. If passengers are to be towed on a

toboggan or sled, make sure the pole is at least four feet (1.2

meters) long to prevent any possibility of contact between the

snowmobile’s track and a person riding in the towed object.
Braking distances increase when towing loads. Slow down to

maintain control of the snowmobile.

If the snowmobile becomes inoperable and must be towed, and if it

isn’t possible to use a rigid tow bar, attach the tow rope to the ski

spindles (not to the ski loops) to prevent damage to the steering

components. Remove the drive belt before towing, and have someone

ride on the towed snowmobile to operate the brake and steering when

necessary.

CAUTION

Towing a disabled snowmobile with the drive belt in place can

result in serious damage to the engine and drive system. Always

remove the drive belt from a disabled snowmobile before towing.

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