Break-In Period; Operation - Polaris Ranger 800 HD Owner's Manual

OPERATION

WARNING
Failure to operate the vehicle properly can result in a collision, loss of control,
accident or overturn, which may result in serious injury or death. Read and
understand all warnings outlined in the safety section of this manual.

Break-In Period

The break-in period for your new RANGER is the first twenty hours of
operation, or the time it takes to use the first two tanks full of fuel. No
single action on your part is as important as a proper break-in period.
Careful treatment of a new engine will result in more efficient perfor-
mance and longer life for the engine. Perform the following procedures
carefully.
NOTICE: Excessive heat build-up during the first three hours of operation will
damage close-fitted engine parts. Do not operate at full throttle or
high speeds for extended periods during the first three hours of use.
Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
1. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. Review the fuel warnings on page 17.
2. Check the oil level. Add the recommended oil as needed to maintain
the oil level in the normal (safe) operating range.
3. Drive slowly at first. Select an open area that allows room to famil-
iarize yourself with vehicle operation and handling.
4. Vary throttle positions. Do not operate at sustained idle.
5. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined
on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist. See page 41. During the
break-in period, change both the oil and the filter at 25 hours.
6. Pull only light loads.
7. Inspect and adjust park brake cable tension after the first 25 hours of
operation and every 100 hours thereafter to ensure proper cable ten-
sion. See page 86.
PVT Break-in (Clutches/Belt)
A proper break-in of the clutches and drive belt will ensure a longer life
and better performance. Break in the clutches and belt by operating at
slower speeds during the break-in period as recommended. Pull only
light loads. Avoid aggressive acceleration and high speed operation dur-
ing the break-in period.
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