Track Lubrication; Traction Products - Polaris 2000 Universal Snow Owner's Safety And Maintenance Manual

Track Lubrication

WARNING
Track failure, loss of vehicle control and braking ability can result from extended
use of this vehicle on surfaces providing marginal lubrication between hi-fax and
track guide clips. Examples of marginal lubrication would include lakes without
snow cover, icy trails and no-snow conditions.
The slide rail is designed to operate in conditions with adequate snow cover in or-
der to provide sufficient lubrication. Excessive wear indicates insufficient lubrica-
tion. New hi-fax can cause faster heat build up in limited lubrication than used hi-
fax, resulting in excessive wear. NOTE: If excessive hi-fax wear occurs due to
poor snow conditions, additional wheel kits are available. Consult your dealer.
CAUTION:
Track damage or failure caused by operation on ice or poor lubrication conditions
will void the track warranty.

Traction Products

NOTE: Tracks with deep lug design cannot be studded.
CAUTION:
Polaris does not recommend the use of traction products on WideTrak snowmo-
biles.
CAUTION:
If traction products are to be added to the track, wear strips must be installed in the
tunnel to avoid excessive wear. This applies to all models.
Shims should never be added to the wear strip or track damage will result due to
lack of clearance between upper carrier wheels and track.
Use of studs greater than 1" (2.5 cm) on machines equipped with center coolers
will result in center cooler damage, or damage to tunnel.
Always inspect for track damage before using the vehicle. Use of traction products
such as studs, ice growsers, paddles, etc. will increase the possibility of track dam-
age and/or failure, which could cause loss of control resulting in severe injury or
death.
In the event you wish to install studs, carbides or ice growsers, contact your Polaris
dealer for advice.
Track damage or failure resulting from improper or excessive stud installation
voids any track warranty, as does installation of the Hooker™ stud system.
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