Polaris 500 H.O. Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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SAFETY
Safety Decals and Locations
Discretionary Warning
WARNING
Never operate this ATV on HILLS
steeper than 25 degrees 25°. To pre-
vent overturn on hilly terrain, use throttle
and brakes gradually, and shift weight
uphill.
REVERSE operation can be dangerous
even at low speeds. Steering becomes
difficult. To prevent loss of control, avoid
sudden braking or sharp turns.
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Tire Pressure/Load Warning
WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
Cold tire pressure:
Front: 5.0 psi (34.5 kPa)
Rear: 5.0 psi (34.5 kPa)
Maximum weight capacity: 485 lbs. (220 kg)
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Hitch Capacity Label
TRAILER MAX WEIGHT: 1225 LBS. (557 KG) ON LEVEL GROUND
HITCH MAX. VERTICAL WEIGHT: 120 LBS. (55 KG)
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“No Passenger” Warning
WARNING
NEVER ride as a passenger.
Passengers can cause a loss of control, resulting in SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH.
7175378
Age 16 Warning
WARNING
Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of
severe injury or death.
NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16.
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Discretionary
Warning