Polaris Switchback 600 2013 Mode d’emploi

Modifications to this snowmobile are not recommended

and may result in voided warranty coverage.

Please read the warranty section of this manual carefully.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO OWNER

Snowmobile Owner's Manual

for Maintenance and Safety

600 Switchback®

600 Switchback® Pro-R

600 Switchback Adventure™

800 Switchback®

800 Switchback® Pro-R

800 Switchback® Pro-R Adventure

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety precautions in

this manual and on all product labels.

Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The text is printed on 100% recycled

with 40% post-consumer waste (PCW).

For your nearest Polaris dealer,

call 1-800-POLARIS

or visit www.polarisindustries.com

Polaris Sales Inc.,

2100 Hwy. 55, Medina, MN 55340

Phone 1-888-704-5290

Part No. 9923836 Rev 0

Printed in USA

*9923836 *

WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing a POLARIS vehicle, and welcome to our

world-wide family of POLARIS enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at

www.polarisindustries.com for the latest news, new product introduc-

tions, upcoming events, career opportunities and more.

Here at POLARIS we proudly produce an exciting line of utility and

recreational products.

• Snowmobiles

• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

•RANGER® utility vehicles

• Victory Motorcycles®

• Low emission vehicles (LEVs)

We believe POLARIS sets a standard of excellence for all utility and

recreational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of

experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of

your POLARIS vehicle, making it the finest machine we've ever pro-

duced.

For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the

instructions and recommendations in this owner's manual. Your manual

contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about

major repairs is outlined in the POLARIS Service Manual and should be

performed only by a factory certified Master Service Dealer® (MSD)

technician.

Your POLARIS dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your

total satisfaction. Be sure to return to your dealership for all of your ser-

vice needs during, and after, the warranty period.

POLARIS, THE WAY OUT, PERC, PRO-RIDE and SWITCHBACK are registered

trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.

SWITCHBACK ADVENTURE is a trademark of POLARIS Industries Inc.

is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant

improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrep-

ancies could result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this pub-

lication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use

only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or reuse

of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is

expressly prohibited.

The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are provided as

translations of the original instructions.

Printed in U.S.A.

2013 600 SWITCHBACK/800 SWITCHBACK Owner's Manual

P/N 9923836

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

This section contains helpful information for owners and drivers and

illustrates the location of important identification numbers that should

be recorded in the owner's manual.

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

This section describes safe vehicle operation and identifies warning

labels and their locations.

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

This section identifies the locations of your snowmobile's controls and

features.

The Perfect Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

This section includes a Suspension Quick Set-Up Guide and explains

how to make additional suspension adjustments for the perfect riding

experience.

Pre-Ride Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

This section explains procedures that must be performed before riding.

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

This section explains proper engine break-in, operation of features and

general operating procedures.

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

This section defines your role, and your dealer's role, in your snowmo-

bile's regular maintenance.

POLARIS Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

INTRODUCTION

Important Notes for Owners and Drivers

After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for convenient ref-

erence. It should remain with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is

sold.

Some of the illustrations and photos used in this manual are general rep-

resentations. Your model may differ.

Follow the maintenance program outlined in this manual. Preventive

maintenance ensures that critical components of the snowmobile are

inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.

You and your dealer must complete the registration form included with

your snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is necessary

to ensure warranty coverage.

Protect and preserve your right to ride by joining your local trail riding

clubs.

When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a predetermined

course for practice. Make sure they know how to drive and control the

snowmobile before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them

proper snowmobile courtesy, and enroll them in driver’s training and

safety courses sponsored by local or state organizations.

INTRODUCTION

Preservation of the Environment

POLARIS is committed to supporting an environmental education cam-

paign. We encourage state and provincial governments across the snow-

belt to adopt rigorous safety training programs that encourage protection

of our environment, including wildlife and vegetation.

Snowmobile clubs and other organizations are working together to pro-

tect our environment. Please support their efforts and operate your

snowmobile with consideration for the protection and preservation of

our environment.

Noise Level

One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the standard-setting body for

snowmobile development, recommends that snowmobiles conform to

prescribed sound levels.

POLARIS snowmobiles are engineered to conform to these SAE stan-

dards. Our muffler systems are designed to reduce noise levels and must

not be altered or removed. The sound of your snowmobile may not be

welcome to non-snowmobilers, so you have a responsibility to operate

your snowmobile with concern for others. We do our part by manufac-

turing quieter machines; we ask your help to further reduce the impact

of noise by operating your snowmobile safely and responsibly.

Air Pollution

POLARIS engineers continuously investigate ways to reduce emission

levels of two-stroke engines. We expect our efforts to lead to the reduc-

tion of potential air pollution.

In addition to our technological research, we encourage government

agencies, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, ecologists, and other

interested parties to work together to develop data on environmental

topics.

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