Spark Arrestor - Polaris Sportsman 9921848 Owner's Manual

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Spark Arrestor

Occasionally, the spark arrestor may accumulate carbon, which can
restrict the exhaust if left unattended. Purge the spark arrestor.
Allow components to cool sufficiently before servicing. The exhaust system
can get extremely hot. Never run the engine in an enclosed area or indoors.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Never go under the
vehicle while it's inclined.
Remove any combustible materials from the area. Wear eye protection and
leather work gloves. Do not stand behind or in front of the vehicle while
purging.
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Place the transmission in PARK.
3. Remove the arrestor
clean-out plug from the
bottom of the muffler.
4. Start the engine.
5. Quickly squeeze and
release the throttle lever
several times to purge car-
bon from the system.
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