Track Warm-Up - Polaris 340 Classic Owner's Manual

OPERATION
A loose track or flying debris could cause serious personal injury
or death. Stand clear of the front of the machine and the
moving track. Never hold the snowmobile up or stand behind it
while warming up the track. Do not use excessive throttle
during warm-up or when the track is free-hanging. Be sure the
rear support is stable.
Use of traction products such as studs, ice growsers, etc. will
increase the possibility of track damage and/or failure. This could
cause loss of control, resulting in serious injury or death. Always
inspect for track damage before operating the snowmobile.

Track Warm-Up

Follow these steps to ensure proper warm-up
of the engine, drive train and track.
1. Use an appropriate stand to securely
support the rear of the snowmobile at the
rear bumper. The track should be
approximately 4" (10 cm) off the ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to warm up
two to three minutes.
3. Depress the throttle abruptly and allow the track to rotate several
revolutions. NOTE: It will take longer to warm up the track
sufficiently during colder outdoor temperatures.
4. Release the throttle, apply the brakes, shut off the engine and lower
the machine to the ground.
5. Grasp the skis by their front loops and move them from side to
side. This will loosen frozen snow from the ski bottoms, allowing
the machine to move forward more easily.
6. The engine, drive system and track are now properly warmed up
and the machine may be driven following normal safety practices.
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