Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Spark Arrestor
WARNING
S Because exhaust system temperatures can reach 1000°F, do
not perform this operation immediately after the engine has
been ru n because the exhaust system becomes very hot.
S Because of the increased fire hazard, make sure that there are
no combustible materials in the area when purging the spark
arrestor.
S Wear eye protection.
S Do not stand behind or in front of the vehicle while purging
the carbon from the spark arrestor.
S Never run the engine in an enclosed area. The exhaust con-
tains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
S Do not go under the machine while it is inclined.
Failure to heed these warnings could result i n serious per sonal injury
or death.