2002 Polaris Universal Snowmobile Owners Manual - Page 33

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 6 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. 31