Polaris Predator 50, Sprotsman 90 User Manual

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Polaris Predator 50, Sprotsman 90 User Manual

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Welcome

Dear Parents:

We believe your children should have the opportunity to enjoy The Way Out experience along with you. We’ve provided this owner’s manual to assist you and your children in learning about safe operation and care of your new ATV. Please review the information in this manual with any child who may operate the ATV. Help your children learn to operate the ATV with safety as a top priority. Help them also learn to show respect for our environment and for the rights of others while operating the ATV.

Children differ in skills, physical abilities and judgement. Some children may not be able to operate an ATV safely. Always supervise your child’s use of the ATV, and permit continued use only if you determine that your child has the ability and maturity to operate the ATV safely. Never allow a child to operate the ATV without adult supervision.

The preventive maintenance program outlined in this manual is designed to ensure that all critical components on your child’s ATV are thoroughly inspected at various intervals. For safe and enjoyable operation of the vehicle, be sure to follow all of the instructions and recommendations in this manual. If you have any questions about the ATV, contact a Polaris dealer for assistance.

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Welcome

Dear Children:

Before you ride your new Polaris ATV, there are some important things that you need to know. Your parents and Polaris want you to enjoy riding your new ATV, and that’s why you need to read and understand the information in your owner’s manual.

Ask your parents to explain anything you don’t understand, and pay close attention to the warnings and instructions you read. Your safety and the safety of others is the most important thing to think about at all times.

As the driver of the ATV, you must learn how to keep yourself and those around you safe while you’re riding. So read your manual, and then enjoy riding your new Polaris ATV!

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Copyright 2003 Polaris Sales Inc. All information contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is expressly prohibited. Printed in Taiwan.

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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Youth Section . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Know Your ATV . . . . . . . . 18

Pre-Ride Check . . . . . . . . 25

Riding Rules . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Table of Contents

Adult Section . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . 34

Driver Warnings . . . . . . . . 47

Vehicle ID Numbers . . . . 74

Features and Controls . . 77

Break-in Period . . . . . . . . 92

Pre-Ride Inspections . . . 94

Starting the Engine . . . . . 96

Driving Safely . . . . . . . . . . 98

Hauling Cargo . . . . . . . . 115

Emission Control . . . . . . 119

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 120

Specifications . . . . . . . . . 164

Polaris Products . . . . . . 170

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . 172

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

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Safety

Understand the Warnings

Always follow the age guidelines for your ATV. Never allow a younger child to ride on or drive the ATV. Make sure all operators understand all warnings and the owner’s manual before driving the ATV.

Know Your ATV Before Riding

Parents must help their children learn the proper and safe way to ride an ATV. Read the owner’s manual with your children before starting the engine for the first time, and review it with them periodically afterwards.

Safety Training

When you purchased this ATV, your Polaris dealer offered a hands-on safety training course that covers all aspects of ATV safety. In addition, you were provided with printed material and a video that instructs operators on safe operating procedures. You should review this information with your child on a regular basis. If you purchased a used Polaris ATV from a party other than a Polaris dealer, you can request this free safety training from any authorized Polaris dealer.

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Safety

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual.

The safety alert symbol, on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts you to the potential for personal injury.

WARNING

The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may result in serious injury or death.

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Safety

CAUTION

The safety alert caution indicates a potential hazard that may result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION

A caution indicates a situation that may result in damage to the vehicle.

NOTE:

A note will alert you to important information or instructions.

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Safety

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings in this manual can result in severe injury or death.

A Polaris ATV is not a toy and can be hazardous to operate. This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles such as motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers like turning, or driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.

Read and understand the owner’s manual and all warnings before operating a Polaris ATV.

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Safety

S Read this manual and all labels carefully and follow the operating procedures described.

SNever operate an ATV without proper instruction. Take a training course. Riders should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized Polaris ATV dealer or call Polaris at 1-800-342-3764 to find out about the training courses nearest you.

SAlways follow the age guidelines for your machine: 90cc models are designed for children not less than 12 years of age and 50cc models are designed for children not less than 6 years of age. No child under the age of 16 should ride any ATV designed and sold for an adult.

SDo not allow other children to ride this ATV unless they have read the manual, seen the instructional video and taken and passed a Polaris approved riding skill test.

SAlways avoid operating an ATV on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and streets.

SNever operate an ATV on any public street, road or highway, including dirt or gravel roads.

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Safety

SNever operate an ATV without wearing an approved helmet that fits properly. You should also wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and long pants.

S Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV.

SNever operate at excessive speeds. Always travel at a speed which is proper for the terrain, visibility and operating conditions, and your experience.

S Never attempt wheelies, jumps or other stunts.

SAlways inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure it is in safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this manual.

SAlways keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the footrests of the ATV during operation.

SAlways go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV.

S Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.

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Safety

SAlways follow proper procedures for turning as described in this manual. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at excessive speed.

SAlways have the ATV checked by an authorized Polaris dealer if it has been involved in an accident.

SNever operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills.

SAlways follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.

SAlways follow proper procedures for going down hills and for braking on hills as described in this manual. Check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill. Shift your weight backward. Never go down a hill at high speed. Avoid going down a hill at an angle which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go straight down the hill where possible.

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Safety

SAlways follow proper procedures for crossing the side of a hill as described in this manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the uphill side of the ATV. Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mastered the turning technique described in this manual on level ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.

SAlways use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid stalling, maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll backwards, follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual. Dismount on the uphill side or to either side if pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in this manual.

SAlways check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to operate over large obstacles, such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow proper procedures when operating over obstacles as described in this manual.

SAlways be careful of skidding or sliding. On slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.

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Safety

SAvoid operating the ATV through deep or fast flowing water. If you cannot avoid water which exceeds the recommended maximum depth (pg. 112), go slowly, balance your weight carefully avoiding sudden movements, maintain a slow and steady forward motion, do not make sudden turns or stops, and do not make sudden throttle changes.

SWet brakes may have reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after leaving water. If necessary apply them lightly several times to let friction dry out the pads.

SAlways use the size and type tires specified in this manual. Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual.

S Never modify an ATV through improper installation or use of accessories. S Never exceed the stated load capacity for an ATV.

SAlways remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use or accidental starting.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFETY, call the Consumer Product Safety Commission at 1-800-638-2772, or Polaris at 1-800-342-3764.

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Safety

Equipment Modifications

We are concerned for the safety of our customers and for the general public. Therefore, we strongly recommend that consumers do not install on a Polaris ATV any equipment that may increase the speed or power of the vehicle, or make any other modifications to the vehicle for these purposes. Any modifications to the original equipment of the vehicle create a substantial safety hazard and increase the risk of bodily injury.

The warranty on your Polaris ATV is terminated if any equipment has been added to the vehicle, or if any modifications have been made to the vehicle, that increase its speed or power.

NOTE: The addition of certain accessories may change the handling characteristics of the ATV. Use only Polaris-approved accessories, and familiarize yourself with their function and effect on the ATV.

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Youth

Section

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Know Your ATV

PARENTS: Polaris Youth ATVs are equipped with an electronic speed control system to allow adults to limit the speed of the vehicle for the rider’s skill and experience. More information on speed limiting functions can be found beginning on page 139.

These units are not designed for adult use. Serious damage to the vehicle may occur if the maximum rider weight capacity is exceeded. See the specifications section beginning on page 164 for your ATV’s capacity.

CHILDREN: Before you ride your new Polaris ATV, there are some important things that you need to know. Your safety and the safety of others is the most important thing to think about at all times. As the driver of the ATV, you must learn how to keep yourself and those around you safe while you’re riding.

Pay attention when you see this symbol:

This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your ATV or in this manual it means PAY ATTENTION because you could die or be seriously injured if you don’t follow the instructions.

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Know Your ATV

Before you have an adult start the engine for you for the first time, let’s learn about the controls on your new ATV.

1.Engine Stop Switch - When the engine is running, push this button down to shut the engine off quickly. The button must be up before you can start the engine again.

2.Horn Button (90 cc models) - Press the horn button to sound the horn.

3.Throttle Control - Press the throttle lever with your thumb when you want the ATV to go forward. Always make sure the throttle control does not stick before you drive your ATV. Read more about it on page 25.

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Know Your ATV

4. Kick-Start Lever - If your battery is too

 

weak to start your ATV, you can push down

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on the kick-start lever with your foot to

start the engine. Have an adult show you how it works. Read more about how to use the kick-start on page 90.

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5.Gas Cap - The gas cap has to be taken off when an adult puts gas in your ATV. Never take the gas cap off. Always make sure it’s tightly closed.

Always have an adult put gas in your ATV. Never try to do it yourself.

6.Seat Latch - To remove the seat, pull up on the seat latch on the lefthand side of the seat. To replace the seat, set it in place and push down on the seat above the latch. Always make sure the seat is locked in place before riding.

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Know Your ATV

7.Brake Levers - Squeeze the brake levers toward the handlebar to slow down or stop the ATV. The lefthand lever (7A) controls the rear brake. The righthand lever (7B) controls the front brake. Always squeeze both brake levers at the same time.

Always squeeze both brakes at the same time or you could lose control of the ATV and be seriously injured.

Always take your thumb off the throttle lever when you squeeze the brake levers.

7A

7B

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Know Your ATV

8.Ignition Switch - The ignition switch key must be turned on before pushing the starter button. You can also use this key to turn off the engine.

9.Tether Strap and Switch - The tether strap must always be attached snugly to your right wrist and to your ATV every time you drive. If you fall off your ATV, the tether strap will pull away from the switch and the engine will stop.

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Never ride without the tether strap attached to your right wrist and to your ATV. Be careful not to let the cord get tangled around the handlebars or any part of your body.

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Know Your ATV

Let’s review the three ways to stop your ATV:

1.Push the stop switch down.

2.Pull off the tether strap.

3.Turn the key off.

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Pre-Ride Check

We’re almost ready to have an adult start your ATV. But before the ATV is started for the first time, you must do a Pre-Ride Check. In fact, every time you want to ride you must have an adult help you check some things on your ATV before starting it. Let’s learn about these things now.

Make sure the throttle doesn’t stick. Check this by pushing the throttle lever toward the handlebar and then letting go. The lever should come right back to where it was before you pushed it. If it comes back slowly or stays close to the handlebar, the ATV has a sticky throttle. This means that something is wrong or broken and must be fixed before you can ride your ATV safely.

Never start the engine if you have a sticky throttle. You could be seriously hurt if you ride with a sticky throttle. Have an adult or your Polaris dealer fix the throttle before you ride.

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Pre-Ride Check

Make sure the brakes don’t stick. Check the brake levers by squeezing them toward the handlebar and then letting go. They should come right back to where they were before you squeezed. If they go back slowly or stay close to the handlebar, your ATV has sticky brakes. They must be fixed before you can ride your ATV safely.

Never start the engine if your ATV has sticky brakes. You could be seriously hurt if you ride with sticky brakes. Have an adult or your Polaris dealer fix the sticky brakes before you ride.

Have an adult check to see if your ATV needs more gas. Children must never add their own gasoline. This must always be done by an adult. Before anyone adds gasoline to your ATV they must read the instructions and warnings on page 86 of this manual.

Always have an adult put gas in your ATV. Never try to do it yourself.

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Pre-Ride Check

If you used the storage area under the seat, make sure the seat is locked in place.

Have an adult check the engine oil level when the engine is cold. The engine is very hot after it has been running and it can burn your skin if you touch it. Children must never check the oil on their own. An adult should always be in charge of keeping the gas and oil levels at the full marks.

This last check is done with the engine running. You must check to make sure that all three ways to stop your ATV are working the way they should. Do you remember what they are? If you can’t remember the three ways to stop your ATV, go back to page 24 and review. Then have an adult help you start your ATV and practice stopping the engine all three ways.

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Riding Rules

Now you’re ready to learn about riding your Polaris ATV. There are some things you can do and there are some things you must never do. Rules are very important when you’re driving an ATV. Adults have riding rules, too. The rules help keep us safe when we ride.

The adult with you is your teacher. Always pay attention to what your teacher says so you can learn how to always drive safely.

Let’s learn how to ride!

Always follow the safe riding rules found on the next pages. You or others around you could be seriously hurt or killed if you don’t follow the safe riding rules.

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