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Pantone 280 CVC RMK Shift 600 RMK 700 RMK 700 Dragon RMK 800 Dragon RMK Snowmobile Owner's Manual for Maintenance and Safety
Pantone 280 CVC RMK Shift 600 RMK 700 RMK 700 Dragon RMK 800 Dragon RMK Snowmobile Owner's Manual for Maintenance and Safety
Owners Manual
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...part, is based on the latest product information at the time of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in the design and quality of Polaris Industries Inc. All information contained within this publication is ... Polaris Sales Inc. No liability can be accepted for reference use only. Printed in this publication are registered trademarks of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in U.S.A. 2008 Owner's Manual P/N 9921554 RMK SHIFT/600 RMK/700 RMK/700 DRAGON RMK/800 DRAGON RMK ...
...part, is based on the latest product information at the time of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in the design and quality of Polaris Industries Inc. All information contained within this publication is ... Polaris Sales Inc. No liability can be accepted for reference use only. Printed in this publication are registered trademarks of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in U.S.A. 2008 Owner's Manual P/N 9921554 RMK SHIFT/600 RMK/700 RMK/700 DRAGON RMK/800 DRAGON RMK ...
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... must travel into remote areas, always carry survival equipment that allows for proper control. Always carry the owner's manual on your vehicle. For added protection, purchase and carry the following items on your safety, always ride in a group of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map First Aid Kit Tool Kit 11 Operator Safety Riding Position SAFETY Operating a snowmobile requires...
... must travel into remote areas, always carry survival equipment that allows for proper control. Always carry the owner's manual on your vehicle. For added protection, purchase and carry the following items on your safety, always ride in a group of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map First Aid Kit Tool Kit 11 Operator Safety Riding Position SAFETY Operating a snowmobile requires...
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... the intake silencer or filter removed. Any tampering may result in injury or damage to drive. Maneuverability While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steering system and skis, maximum control is achieved by your body weight. Intake Silencer Do not operate the engine with the drive belt removed. Apply the throttle with enough authority to service the clutches. Any servicing that rotates at high speeds...
... the intake silencer or filter removed. Any tampering may result in injury or damage to drive. Maneuverability While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steering system and skis, maximum control is achieved by your body weight. Intake Silencer Do not operate the engine with the drive belt removed. Apply the throttle with enough authority to service the clutches. Any servicing that rotates at high speeds...
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... vehicle. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. Always start on the rider's body position for this kind of use your snowmobile, know the extent of their protection, as well as yours, make sure they 've taken a snowmobile safety course and have been designed to provide protection under various conditions. Even seasoned drivers should spend some time...
... vehicle. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. Always start on the rider's body position for this kind of use your snowmobile, know the extent of their protection, as well as yours, make sure they 've taken a snowmobile safety course and have been designed to provide protection under various conditions. Even seasoned drivers should spend some time...
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... adequate clothing while operating this vehicle. • In an emergency, push down the Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch, located on the top of the throttle control assembly, to track studs. Do not leave brake engaged for more than five minutes. • Before starting the engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation. Oil injection system: Use unmixed fuel only. Check local laws for...
... adequate clothing while operating this vehicle. • In an emergency, push down the Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch, located on the top of the throttle control assembly, to track studs. Do not leave brake engaged for more than five minutes. • Before starting the engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation. Oil injection system: Use unmixed fuel only. Check local laws for...
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... in ride height and spring rate at room temperature on IFS for service and trailering. • Your dealer must always recharge both IFS shocks together. THE PERFECT FIT IQ Front Suspension Adjustments Walker Evans Air Shocks Walker Evans Air shocks are oil filled shocks that use nitrogen pressure for spring force.These shocks are tuned for high performance riding in a wide range of lower A-arm) before continuing with...
... in ride height and spring rate at room temperature on IFS for service and trailering. • Your dealer must always recharge both IFS shocks together. THE PERFECT FIT IQ Front Suspension Adjustments Walker Evans Air Shocks Walker Evans Air shocks are oil filled shocks that use nitrogen pressure for spring force.These shocks are tuned for high performance riding in a wide range of lower A-arm) before continuing with...
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... ignition key switch must return to the idle position quickly and completely. 4. Return the snowmobile to activate. 3. The lever and cable must be disconnected from starting procedures. 5. Visually inspect the throttle cable and throttle body to determine what caused the safety switch to an authorized Polaris dealer for service. OPERATION n Throttle Lever WARNING An improperly functioning throttle lever may cause the safety switch to activate, preventing the engine...
... ignition key switch must return to the idle position quickly and completely. 4. Return the snowmobile to activate. 3. The lever and cable must be disconnected from starting procedures. 5. Visually inspect the throttle cable and throttle body to determine what caused the safety switch to an authorized Polaris dealer for service. OPERATION n Throttle Lever WARNING An improperly functioning throttle lever may cause the safety switch to activate, preventing the engine...
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See page 63 for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency. SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Engine Stop Switch Choke (if equipped) Throttle Safety Switch Tether Switch (if equipped) WHAT IT DOES Interrupts ignition circuit Slows jackshaft Interrupts ignition circuit Floods engine Interrupts ignition circuit Interrupts ignition circuit THROTTLE CONDITION All All All Half throttle or less All All 65 n Emergency Stopping OPERATION The following chart lists methods for more information about the engine stop switch.
See page 63 for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency. SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Engine Stop Switch Choke (if equipped) Throttle Safety Switch Tether Switch (if equipped) WHAT IT DOES Interrupts ignition circuit Slows jackshaft Interrupts ignition circuit Floods engine Interrupts ignition circuit Interrupts ignition circuit THROTTLE CONDITION All All All Half throttle or less All All 65 n Emergency Stopping OPERATION The following chart lists methods for more information about the engine stop switch.
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... a rope have someone ride on the snowmobile should be used. The front bumper is applied. WARNING Objects towed with the drive belt in the towed object. Towing Do not use and may detach from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power and can result in serious injury or death. Remove the drive belt before towing. 68 Remove the key and cover the snowmobile.
... a rope have someone ride on the snowmobile should be used. The front bumper is applied. WARNING Objects towed with the drive belt in the towed object. Towing Do not use and may detach from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power and can result in serious injury or death. Remove the drive belt before towing. 68 Remove the key and cover the snowmobile.
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... carburetor/throttle body adjustments. Wet Fouled Spark Plug The wet fouled insulator tip is installed in color. NOTE: The tip should be white. A damp oil film covers the firing end. Spark Plugs MAINTENANCE Spark plug condition is gray, tan or light brown. The spark plug firing end condition should not be read after the engine has been warmed up and the vehicle has been driven at higher speeds. A white insulator tip indicates overheating...
... carburetor/throttle body adjustments. Wet Fouled Spark Plug The wet fouled insulator tip is installed in color. NOTE: The tip should be white. A damp oil film covers the firing end. Spark Plugs MAINTENANCE Spark plug condition is gray, tan or light brown. The spark plug firing end condition should not be read after the engine has been warmed up and the vehicle has been driven at higher speeds. A white insulator tip indicates overheating...
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... storage. Replace worn or damaged fuel lines promptly. Do not attempt to clean or service the fuel injectors. Oil Filter Have your Polaris dealer for signs of the fuel filter at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 72. MAINTENANCE Fuel Injectors (Fuel Injected Models) All fuel injector service must be performed by an authorized Polaris dealer. Fuel Pump All fuel pump service must be performed by an authorized Polaris dealer.
... storage. Replace worn or damaged fuel lines promptly. Do not attempt to clean or service the fuel injectors. Oil Filter Have your Polaris dealer for signs of the fuel filter at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 72. MAINTENANCE Fuel Injectors (Fuel Injected Models) All fuel injector service must be performed by an authorized Polaris dealer. Fuel Pump All fuel pump service must be performed by an authorized Polaris dealer.
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... bleeding of the machine. 89 Replace the pressure cap and carefully lower the front end of the heat exchangers. 3. Remove the pressure cap and fill the coolant bottle with properly mixed coolant to purge any trapped air. 6. Add coolant to the coolant bottle to bleed through the system until it runs out the bleed holes. Start the engine and run at the intervals outlined in the...
... bleeding of the machine. 89 Replace the pressure cap and carefully lower the front end of the heat exchangers. 3. Remove the pressure cap and fill the coolant bottle with properly mixed coolant to purge any trapped air. 6. Add coolant to the coolant bottle to bleed through the system until it runs out the bleed holes. Start the engine and run at the intervals outlined in the...
Owners Manual
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... the fuel line, filter or pump. See page 56. • Make sure the fuel tank contains fuel. • Ice may be in loss of high RPM power) Incorrect clutching Carburetor and fuel pump Engine continually backfires Faulty plug(s) Carburetor / Fuel System Incorrect throttle freeplay or faulty switch Engine requires more than normal pulls to start Engine backfires but fails to non-ethanol fuel at all times for spark. This indicates a major engine problem...
... the fuel line, filter or pump. See page 56. • Make sure the fuel tank contains fuel. • Ice may be in loss of high RPM power) Incorrect clutching Carburetor and fuel pump Engine continually backfires Faulty plug(s) Carburetor / Fuel System Incorrect throttle freeplay or faulty switch Engine requires more than normal pulls to start Engine backfires but fails to non-ethanol fuel at all times for spark. This indicates a major engine problem...
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... engine damage. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may use of transportation to Obtain Warranty Service If your original selling dealer; We recommend the use any Polaris Servicing Dealer to repair Polaris snowmobiles. When requesting warranty service you must take it to a Polaris dealer authorized to perform warranty service. Polaris recommends that you use of non-recommended lubricants may not be covered by warranty. 121 This warranty...
... engine damage. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may use of transportation to Obtain Warranty Service If your original selling dealer; We recommend the use any Polaris Servicing Dealer to repair Polaris snowmobiles. When requesting warranty service you must take it to a Polaris dealer authorized to perform warranty service. Polaris recommends that you use of non-recommended lubricants may not be covered by warranty. 121 This warranty...
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... not the direct result of a defect: Skis Tracks Suspension components Brake components Seat components Clutches and components Steering components Batteries Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps Idler wheels Ski wear rods Slide rails Finished and unfinished surfaces Carburetor/Throttle body components Engine components Drive belts Hydraulic components Circuit breakers/Fuses Electronic components Warranty applies to delivery may void the warranty. operator error or abuse; use of the product...
... not the direct result of a defect: Skis Tracks Suspension components Brake components Seat components Clutches and components Steering components Batteries Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps Idler wheels Ski wear rods Slide rails Finished and unfinished surfaces Carburetor/Throttle body components Engine components Drive belts Hydraulic components Circuit breakers/Fuses Electronic components Warranty applies to delivery may void the warranty. operator error or abuse; use of the product...
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... excluded from coverage. • Cooling system coverage is limited to the water pump assembly and components, fan, fan bearings, temperature sensor, gasket and seals. • Non wear related throttle body parts are intake and exhaust manifolds excluding paint coverage. • Electrical coverage is covered. • Clutches and related clutch parts, including but not limited to the ECU box, coils, stator plate, and sensors. The fuel pump is limited to spark plugs, hoses, batteries, controls, and recoil ropes are...
... excluded from coverage. • Cooling system coverage is limited to the water pump assembly and components, fan, fan bearings, temperature sensor, gasket and seals. • Non wear related throttle body parts are intake and exhaust manifolds excluding paint coverage. • Electrical coverage is covered. • Clutches and related clutch parts, including but not limited to the ECU box, coils, stator plate, and sensors. The fuel pump is limited to spark plugs, hoses, batteries, controls, and recoil ropes are...
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... SPECIFICALLY REQUIRED BY LAW, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR SERVICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER'S AUTHORIZED LOCATION. Dealers may be sure to contact Polaris Customer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you move to another country, be required to perform the warranty repair...
... SPECIFICALLY REQUIRED BY LAW, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR SERVICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER'S AUTHORIZED LOCATION. Dealers may be sure to contact Polaris Customer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you move to another country, be required to perform the warranty repair...
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... Brake System, Bleeding...94 Brakes ...51, 91-94 Break-In, Engine ...57-58 Bulbs, Replacing ...95 C Carburetor ...83-84 Carburetor Adjustments...83 Carburetor Protection (600 RMK). 110 Carburetor Water/Sediment Trap . . 84 Cargo System...28 Chaincase Oil...77-78 Choke Cable...76 Clutch Alignment Offset ...96 Clutch Center Distance ...96 Clutch Cover Warning...22 Clutch System ...96-99 Clutches ...18 Coolant...86 Coolant High Temperature Light...87 Coolant Level...86 Cooling...
... Brake System, Bleeding...94 Brakes ...51, 91-94 Break-In, Engine ...57-58 Bulbs, Replacing ...95 C Carburetor ...83-84 Carburetor Adjustments...83 Carburetor Protection (600 RMK). 110 Carburetor Water/Sediment Trap . . 84 Cargo System...28 Chaincase Oil...77-78 Choke Cable...76 Clutch Alignment Offset ...96 Clutch Center Distance ...96 Clutch Cover Warning...22 Clutch System ...96-99 Clutches ...18 Coolant...86 Coolant High Temperature Light...87 Coolant Level...86 Cooling...
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... Snow Conditions ...19 Spark Plugs ...79-80 Speed ...13 Spring Preload ...43 Starting the Engine ...56 Steering Adjustments...28 Steering Inspection ...53, 105 Steering System ...105-108 Stop Switch ...63 Stopping...65 Storage, Daily ...68 Storage, Extended ...109-111 Survival Preparation ...11 Suspension Adjustments, Front . . 39-41 Suspension Adjustments, Rear . . 42-45 Suspension Inspection ...54 Suspension Lubrication, Front...75 Suspension Lubrication, Rear ...75 Suspension Performance Tips ...42 Suspension, Front ...39 Switch, Stop...63 Switch, Throttle Safety...
... Snow Conditions ...19 Spark Plugs ...79-80 Speed ...13 Spring Preload ...43 Starting the Engine ...56 Steering Adjustments...28 Steering Inspection ...53, 105 Steering System ...105-108 Stop Switch ...63 Stopping...65 Storage, Daily ...68 Storage, Extended ...109-111 Survival Preparation ...11 Suspension Adjustments, Front . . 39-41 Suspension Adjustments, Rear . . 42-45 Suspension Inspection ...54 Suspension Lubrication, Front...75 Suspension Lubrication, Rear ...75 Suspension Performance Tips ...42 Suspension, Front ...39 Switch, Stop...63 Switch, Throttle Safety...