2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 850 SP Owners Manual - Page 124

2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 850 SP Manual

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MAINTENANCE PVT System When To Use Low Range and High Range Condition Operating at speeds less than 7 MPH (11 km/h) Towing heavy loads Operating in rough terrain (swamps, mountains, etc.) Operating at speeds greater than 7 MPH (11 km/h) Range to Use Low Low Low High PVT Drying There may be some instances when water is accidently ingested into the PVT system. Use the following instructions to dry it out before operating. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Remove the drain plug. Allow the water to drain completely. Reinstall the drain plug. 3. Start the engine. Place the transmission in PARK. 4. Apply varying throttle for 10-15 seconds to expel the moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches. Do not hold the throttle wide open for more than 5 seconds. 5. Allow the engine RPM to settle to idle speed, then shift the transmission to low range. 6. Test for belt slippage. If the belt slips, repeat the process. 7. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible. 122

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MAINTENANCE
PVT System
When To Use Low Range and High Range
PVT Drying
There may be some instances when water is accidently ingested into the
PVT system. Use the following instructions to dry it out before
operating.
1.
Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2.
Remove the drain plug. Allow the water to drain completely.
Reinstall the drain plug.
3.
Start the engine. Place the transmission in PARK.
4.
Apply varying throttle for 10-15 seconds to expel the moisture and
air-dry the belt and clutches. Do not hold the throttle wide open for
more than 5 seconds.
5.
Allow the engine RPM to settle to idle speed, then shift the
transmission to low range.
6.
Test for belt slippage. If the belt slips, repeat the process.
7.
Take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible.
Condition
Range to Use
Operating at speeds less than 7 MPH (11 km/h)
Low
Towing heavy loads
Low
Operating in rough terrain (swamps, mountains, etc.)
Low
Operating at speeds greater than 7 MPH (11 km/h)
High