Polaris R09VA17AA, Service Manual

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2.23
MAINTENANCE
2
Exhaust - Spark Arrestor
To remove accumulated carbon, clean the spark arrestor at the
interval recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
1. Remove the retaining screws and remove the arrestor from
the end of the silencer.
2. Use a non-synthetic brush to clean the arrestor screen. A
synthetic brush may melt if components are warm.
3. Inspect the screen for wear and damage. Replace if
required.
4. Reinstall the arrestor and torque the fasteners to
specification.
WARNING
Do not clean spark arrestor immediately after the
engine has been run, as the exhaust system
becomes very hot. Serious burns could result from
contact with the exhaust components. Allow
components to cool sufficiently before proceeding.
Wear eye protection and gloves.
Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust
contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can
cause loss of consciousness or death in a very
short time.
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Spark Arrestor Fasteners
7 ft. lbs. (9.5 Nm)
Silencer
Retaining
Screws
Arrestor
Screen
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