Polaris 2002 Snowmobile, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY
Safety Decals And Locations
Standard Reverse Warning Decal - 6
Some Polaris snowmobiles are equipped with reverse. These models
will have a reverse warning decal(s) above the instrument housing.
The decals shown here are provided for identification and location
purposes only. The text found on the decals is:
VEHICLE CAPABLE OF EXCESSIVE REVERSE SPEED!
Reverse operation may be
dangerous even at low
speeds. Steering control
becomes difficult in
reverse. Misuse of
reverse may result in
injury. Avoid turning at
sharp angles in reverse.
Transmission may not
always be in the gear
indicated by the shift lever.
Always apply throttle
slowly.
On machines with reverse it is especially important to maintain
track tension as specified in the Owner’s Manual. If specified track
tension is not maintained severe damage to the machine may
occur, which may result in loss of vehicle control. Loss of vehicle
control may result in severe personal injury or death.
For more information: See Operator’s Safety and Maintenance
Manual supplied with reverse kit.
SHIFT PATTERN
Make sure lever is shifted completely to forward or reverse
position. Do not force into reverse. If not able to shift to reverse,
apply throttle gently to move vehicle. CAUTION: Do not attempt
to shift until machine has come to a complete stop or chaincase
damage may occur.
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