Cleaning And Preservation - Polaris 600 RUSH Owner's Manual

Fall Tune-Up
For maximum performance, arrange for a fall service tune-up with your
Polaris dealer. His experienced and trained service technician will keep
your snowmobile in peak operating condition.
Matte Clear Coat Cleaning (if equipped)
Matte finish products are prone to trapping dirt, oils and other contami-
nants. Polaris Industries recommends cleaning with warm water and a
mild dish detergent. Use a soft sponge to gently rub the surface and rinse
with clean warm water. For stubborn stains such as grease or oil use a
citrus based cleaner (3M Citrus Base Cleaner recommended). Spray
onto the area to be cleaned and rub with a soft sponge. Allow to sit for a
couple of minutes and wash away with clean warm water. Repeat as
necessary to clean the surface.
NOTICE: Never use a polishing/buffing wax or any sponge that has an abrasive
surface. These products will buff the matte surface of the finish result-
ing in a glossy finish. It is not recommended that you clean matte fin-
ishes with a pressure washer as this will further imbed contaminants
into the clear coat and possibly damage the decals.
Extended Storage
Off-season or extended storage of your snowmobile requires preventive
measures to aid against deterioration and to prolong the useful life of
many components. See page 110 for the part numbers of Polaris prod-
ucts.

Cleaning and Preservation

Proper storage starts with cleaning, washing, and waxing the hood, side
panels, chassis, and plastic parts. Wipe down remaining surfaces with a
damp cloth. Clean and touch up with paint any rusted or previously
painted surfaces. Be sure that corrosive salt and acids are removed from
surfaces before beginning preservation with waxes and rust inhibitors
(grease, oil or paint).
The snowmobile should be stored in a dry garage or shed, out of direct
sunlight, and covered with a fabric snowmobile cover. Plastic tarp may
cause condensation to form and damage snowmobile components.
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