2016 Polaris 800 Switchback Owners Manual - Page 87

OPERATION Break-In Period Engine Break-In The recommended break-in period is the time required to use the first full tank of pre-mixed fuel. 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. Vary the throttle openings and vehicle speeds to reduce friction on all closefitting machined parts, allowing them to break in slowly without damage. The engine management system utilizes both a fuel injector break-in period and oil pump enrichment program. The duration of these break-in programs is independent of each other and is timed out based on engine run time. Regardless of these automatic engine break-in and enrichment features, the following engine break-in procedures must be performed when the engine is new or overhauled. NOTE: During this period of increased oiling, sled performance will not be affected and you should ride normally. Break-In Function Fuel Injectors 600 Models Oil Pump Enrichment Period 800 Models Oil Pump Enrichment Period Engine Run Time 2 Hours 5 Hours 18 Hours Description Additional fuel Enriched oil supply to engine Premix the first tank of fuel and fill the oil reservoir as outlined below. Oil added to the fuel and oil injection systems will provide the necessary engine lubrication. Oil Recommendations First Tank of Fuel: After Break-in: Extreme Arctic Conditions, sustained temperature is at or below -40° F (-40° C) POLARIS VES 2-Cycle Oil POLARIS VES 2-Cycle Oil VES RACE 2-Cycle Oil See page 149 for the part numbers of POLARIS products. 85