2011 Polaris Sportsman 550 EPS Owners Manual - Page 58

2011 Polaris Sportsman 550 EPS Manual

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OPERATION Pre-Ride Checklist Failure to inspect and verify that the ATV is in safe operating condition before operating increases the risk of an accident. Always inspect the ATV before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Item Brake system/lever travel Brake fluid Auxiliary brake Front suspension Rear suspension Steering Tires Wheels/fasteners Frame nuts, bolts, fasteners Fuel and oil Coolant level Coolant hoses Throttle Indicator lights/switches Engine stop switch Air filter, pre-filter Headlamp Brake light/tail lamp Riding gear ADC Fluid Remarks Ensure proper operation Ensure proper level Ensure proper operation Inspect, lubricate if necessary Inspect, lubricate if necessary Ensure free operation Inspect condition and pressure Inspect, ensure fastener tightness Inspect, ensure tightness Ensure proper levels Ensure proper level Inspect for leaks Ensure proper operation Ensure operation Ensure proper operation Inspect, clean Check operation Check operation Wear approved helmet, goggles, and protective clothing Ensure proper level Page 27 89 28 30 76 76 92 92 94 31 77 87 88 26 110 24 25 95 24 97 101 8 82 54

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OPERATION
Pre-Ride Checklist
Failure to inspect and verify that the ATV is in safe operating condition
before operating increases the risk of an accident. Always inspect the
ATV before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition.
Item
Remarks
Page
Brake system/lever travel
Ensure proper operation
27
89
Brake fluid
Ensure proper level
28
Auxiliary brake
Ensure proper operation
30
Front suspension
Inspect, lubricate if necessary
76
Rear suspension
Inspect, lubricate if necessary
76
Steering
Ensure free operation
-
Tires
Inspect condition and pressure
92
Wheels/fasteners
Inspect, ensure fastener tightness
92
94
Frame nuts, bolts, fasteners
Inspect, ensure tightness
-
Fuel and oil
Ensure proper levels
31
77
Coolant level
Ensure proper level
87
88
Coolant hoses
Inspect for leaks
-
Throttle
Ensure proper operation
26
110
Indicator lights/switches
Ensure operation
24
Engine stop switch
Ensure proper operation
25
Air filter, pre-filter
Inspect, clean
95
Headlamp
Check operation
24
97
Brake light/tail lamp
Check operation
101
Riding gear
Wear approved helmet, goggles, and
protective clothing
8
ADC Fluid
Ensure proper level
82