1999 Polaris Sportsman 500 RSE Owners Manual - Page 4

The following information (page 35) of your ATV Owner's Manual, has been revised. Engine Electrical Switches 1. Override Switch (Reverse Speed Limiter) - This vehicle is equipped with a reverse speed limiter system. To obtain additional power while backing up, depress the override button. WARNING: Never activate the override button while throttle is open as loss of control may result, causing severe personal injury or death. NOTE: The override switch also allows activation of Demand 4 Drive (All Wheel Drive) in reverse, if Demand 4 Drive switch is on. 2. Main Switch - This switch must be turned clockwise to the "on" position to start the engine. 3. Emergency Engine Stop Switch - The engine will not start or run when the switch is in its "off" position. Its purpose is to provide the operator with a quick means of engine shutdown in case of stuck throttle or other emergency. NOTE: Both the main switch and the emergency engine stop switch shut off all electrical power to the entire vehicle including lights. 3 1 4 2 WARNING Backing your ATV can be dangerous! You could hit an obstacle or person behind you; or the vehicle could tip over rearward on a steep incline causing severe injury or death. Always back slowly avoiding excessive speed and do not use the reverse speed override switch system unless additional power is required for vehicle movement. Avoid backing on steep inclines. Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse. 4. Engine Start Button - Slide the stop switch to the center "run" position and push up to start. The following Throttle Lever information, taken from page 38 of your ATV Owner's Manual, has been revised. Engine Throttle and Choke Throttle Lever Engine speed and vehicle movement are controlled by pressing the throttle lever. The throttle system is spring loaded and engine speed returns to idle when the lever is released. This vehicle is equipped with a Polaris Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) which is designed to reduce the risk of a frozen or stuck throttle. In the event the throttle cable should stick in an open position, the engine will stop and power to the rear wheels will cease when the operator releases the throttle lever. Choke Lever Refer to the engine starting procedure on page 56 for correct choke and throttle settings during starting. Choke Throttle WARNING The Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) stops the engine in the event of a throttle system malfunction and is provided for your safety. Do not attempt to modify the ETC system or replace it with any after market throttle mechanisms. 4