Operation - Polaris ACE 150 EFI 2019 Owner's Manual

OPERATION

Failure to operate the vehicle properly can result in a collision, loss of control,
accident or rollover, which may result in serious injury or death. Read and
understand all safety warnings outlined in the safety section of this owner's
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PERIOD
The break-in period for your new POLARIS vehicle is defined as the first ten
hours of operation, or the time it takes to use the first two full tanks of gasoline.
No single action on your part is as important as a proper break-in period. Careful
treatment of a new engine and drive components will result in more efficient
performance and longer life for these components. Perform the following
procedures carefully.
Excessive heat build-up during the first three hours of operation will damage
close-fitted engine parts and drive components. Do not operate at full throttle
Mixing brands or using a non-recommended oil may cause serious engine
damage. Always use the recommended oil. Never substitute or mix oil brands.
ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN BREAK-IN
1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Always exercise extreme caution whenever
handling gasoline. Never allow a child to handle gasoline.
2. Check the oil level. See the Oil Check section for details. Add the
recommended oil as needed to maintain the oil level in the safe operating
range.
3. Complete all steps listed in the New Operator Driving Procedures section.
4. Avoid aggressive use of the brakes. See the Brake System Break-in section
for details.
5. Vary throttle position. Don't idle extensively.
6. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined in the
daily Pre-ride Inspection section.
7. Change the engine oil at 5 hours or one month.
8. Adjust/lubricate drive chain at 5 hours or 1 month.
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