Engine Stop Switch; Main Key Switch; Belt Life - Polaris 550 Owner's Manual

FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Switches

Engine Stop Switch

Move the stop switch either
left or right to the OFF position
to stop the engine quickly.
Move the stop switch to the
OFF RUN OFF
RUN position before attempt-
ing to start the engine. The engine will not start or run when the switch
is off.
Both the main switch and the engine stop switch will shut off all electri-
cal power to the vehicle, including lights.

Main Key Switch

Use the main key switch to start the engine. See page 57 for starting pro-
cedures.
Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
The transmission gear selector is
Gear
located on the right side of the vehicle.
Selector
H: High Gear
L: Low Gear
N: Neutral
R: Reverse
P: Park
To shift gears, brake to a complete stop. When the engine is idling,
move the lever to the desired gear.
NOTICE: Shifting gears with the engine speed above idle or while the vehicle is
moving could cause transmission damage.
Whenever the ATV is left unattended, always place the transmission in
PARK and lock the parking brake.

Belt Life

To extend belt life, use low forward gear when pulling a heavy load at
less than seven miles per hour for extended periods and when operating
uphill at a slow speed.
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