2016 Polaris POLARIS GENERAL 1000 EPS/1000 EPS DELUXE Owners Manual - Page 24

2016 Polaris POLARIS GENERAL 1000 EPS/1000 EPS DELUXE Manual

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS Console Gear Selector Gear Selector (Shifter) Low gear is the primary driving range for your vehicle. High gear is intended for use on hardpacked surfaces with light loads. Using high gear for heavy loads, hilly terrain or in wet, muddy conditions will increase the chance of drive belt burning. See the Drive Belt Wear/ Burn section on page 93. 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. Always shift when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is at idle. Tip: Maintaining shift linkage adjustment is important to assure proper transmission function. Your POLARIS dealer can assist in resolving any shifting problems. Using Low Range Always shift into low gear for any of the following conditions. • Operating in rough terrain or over obstacles • Loading the vehicle onto a trailer • Towing loads • Driving frequently at low RPM or at ground speeds below 7 MPH (11 km/h) Switches Ignition Switch The ignition switch is a three-position, key-operated switch. The key can be removed from the switch when it is in the OFF position. OFF ON START The engine is off. Electrical circuits are off, except Acc, 12V. Electrical circuits are on. Electrical equipment can be used. Turn the key to the START position to engage the electric starter. The key returns to the ON position when released. Ignition Switch 22

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Console
Gear Selector
Low gear is the primary driving range for your
vehicle. High gear is intended for use on hard-
packed surfaces with light loads. Using high
gear for heavy loads, hilly terrain or in wet,
muddy conditions will increase the chance of
drive belt burning. See the Drive Belt Wear/
Burn section on page 93.
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. Always shift when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is at idle.
Tip:
Maintaining shift linkage adjustment is important to assure proper transmission function. Your
POLARIS dealer can assist in resolving any shifting problems.
Using Low Range
Always shift into low gear for any of the following conditions.
°
Operating in rough terrain or over obstacles
°
Loading the vehicle onto a trailer
°
Towing loads
°
Driving frequently at low RPM or at ground speeds below 7 MPH (11 km/h)
Switches
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is a three-position, key-operated
switch. The key can be removed from the switch
when it is in the OFF position.
OFF
The engine is off. Electrical circuits are off,
except Acc, 12V.
ON
Electrical circuits are on. Electrical equipment
can be used.
START
Turn the key to the START position to engage
the electric starter. The key returns to the ON
position when released.
Gear Selector (Shifter)
Ignition Switch