User Manuals: Polaris SPORTSMAN FOREST 800 Series ATV

User Manuals: Polaris SPORTSMAN FOREST 800 Series ATV

Manuals and User Guides for Polaris SPORTSMAN FOREST 800 Series ATV. We have 1 Polaris SPORTSMAN FOREST 800 Series ATV manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual

Polaris SPORTSMAN FOREST 800 Series Owner's Manual

Polaris SPORTSMAN FOREST 800 Series Owner's Manual (139 pages)

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Brand: Polaris | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
Vehicle Identification Numbers
6
Safety
7
- Eye Protection
  9
- Equipment Modifications
  9
- Operating Without Instruction
  10
- Age Restrictions
  10
- Safety Warnings
  11
- Handling Gasoline
  11
- Exposure to Exhaust
  11
- Protective Apparel
  12
- Carrying a Passenger
  12
- Operating on Pavement
  13
- Operating on Public Roads
  13
- Improper Hill Climbing
  14
- Turning Improperly
  14
- Jumps and Stunts
  14
- Descending Hills Improperly
  15
- Crossing Hillsides
  15
- Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  16
- Operating on Steep Hills
  17
- Operating on Slippery Terrain
  17
- Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  17
- Skidding or Sliding
  18
- Improper Cargo Loading
  19
- Poor Visibility
  19
- Operating through Deep Water
  20
- Hot Exhaust Systems
  21
- Physical Skills
  21
- Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  21
- General Warning
  22
- Reverse Override Warning
  23
- Age 16 Warning
  25
- Clutch Cover Warning
  25
- Winch Switch
  26
Features and Controls
26
- Engine Stop Switch
  27
- Main Key Switch
  27
- Brake Systems
  29
  - Parking Brake
    32
  - Fuel Tank Cap
    33
- All Wheel Drive (Awd) System
  34
- All Wheel Drive System
  35
- Engaging Awd
  35
- Disengaging Active Descent Control
  36
- Engaging Active Descent Control
  36
- Instrument Cluster
  37
- Rider Information Center
  38
- Diagnostic Mode
  40
Operation
46
- Break-In Period
  46
  - Safe Operation Practices
    49
  - Trail Etiquette
    50
- Cold Weather Operation
  51
  - Starting the Engine
    51
  - Turning the Vehicle
    53
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  54
- Driving Uphill
  55
- Driving Downhill
  57
- Driving through Water
  59
- Driving over Obstacles
  60
- Driving in Reverse
  61
- Hauling Cargo
  62
- Dumping Cargo
  64
- Parking on an Incline
  65
- Winch Safety Precautions
  66
Winch Guide
66
- Winch Cable Care
  67
- Winch Rigging
  69
- Winch Operation
  70
Emission Control Systems
72
Maintenance
73
- Lubrication Recommendations
  77
- Engine Oil
  78
  - Oil Level
    78
  - Oil and Filter Change
    79
  - Oil Change
    81
  - Oil Check
    81
- Demand Drive Capacities
  82
- Fluid Change
  83
- Rear Gearcase Oil
  84
- Cooling System
  88
  - Radiator Coolant
    89
  - Toe Alignment
    91
  - Side Panel Removal
    92
  - Steering Assembly
    92
  - Tire Tread Depth
    93
  - Wheel Removal
    93
  - Wheel Installation
    94
  - Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
    94
- Air Filter
  95
  - Fuse Replacement
    96
  - High Beam Adjustment
    98
  - Low Beam Adjustment
    99
  - Headlight Housing Replacement
    100
  - Lower Headlamp Replacement
    101
  - Spark Plug Inspection
    102
  - Spark Plugs
    102
  - Vehicle Immersion
    104
  - Spark Arrester
    105
  - Pvt System
    106
  - Pvt Operation
    107
  - Pvt Drying
    108
  - Battery Removal
    110
  - Battery Installation
    111
  - Battery Storage
    112
- Cleaning and Storage
  115
- Washing the Vehicle
  116
- Polishing the Vehicle
  116
- Storage Tips
  118
- Stabilize the Fuel
  118
- Oil and Filter
  118
- Fluid Levels
  119
- Battery Maintenance
  120
- Transporting the Vehicle
  121
- Camber and Caster
  122
- Rear Springs
  122
Adjustments
122
Troubleshooting
124
- Drive Belt Wear/Burn
  124
Engine Overheating
127
Specifications
128
POLARIS Products
130
Limited Warranty
131
Warranty
131
Maintenance Log
134
Index
137
Index
138

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