Operation; Pre Ride Inspection - Polaris Sprotsman 700 Safety And Maintenance Manual

OPERATION

Pre Ride Inspection

You must inspect your ATV each time before riding to ensure it is
in proper working order. If proper inspection is not done, severe
injury or death could result.
Use the following checklist to verify your machine is in proper
working order each time you ride.
Item/Inspection Procedure
1. Tires - check condition and pressures
2. Fuel and oil tanks - fill both tanks to their proper levels
3. All brakes - check operation, adjustment and fluid level (includes
foot brake)
4. Throttle - check for free operation and closing
5. Headlight/Taillight/Brakelight - check operation of all indicator
lights and switches
6. Engine stop switch - check for proper function
7. Wheels - check for tightness of wheel nuts and axle nuts; check
that axle nuts are secured by cotter pins
8. Air cleaner element - check for dirt; clean or replace
9. Steering - check for free operation noting any unusual looseness in
any area
10. Loose parts - visually inspect vehicle for any damaged components
or loose nuts/bolts or fasteners
11. Operators helmet, goggles and clothing
12. Engine coolant - check for proper level at the recovery bottle
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