Snowmobile Polaris 120. Instruction - part 4

 

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Snowmobile Polaris 120. Instruction - part 4

 

 

12

SAFETY

Maintenance Program

This snowmobile is not a toy. The information in this manual is pro-

vided to aid you in its safe operation. 
For the safety of the operator, always make sure that the snowmobile is 

in excellent operating condition at all times. We strongly recommend 

that the operator, as well as an adult, check major and vital safety com-

ponents before each use of the vehicle.
We also recommend that you strictly follow the maintenance schedule 

outlined in this manual to ensure that all critical components on the 

snowmobile are thoroughly inspected by your dealer at various mileage 

intervals.

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SAFETY

Safety Decals

Safety and warning decals have been placed on the vehicle for the oper-

ator's protection. Make sure the operator understands the information on 

all decals. If any decal becomes illegible or comes off, contact your 

Polaris dealer for a replacement. Replacement safety decals are provided 

by Polaris at no charge. The part number is printed on the decal.

General Warning Decal

WARNING
• Read and understand warnings and 

the Owner’s Manual before operation. 

Severe injury or death can result from 
not heeding the warnings.

• This vehicle is intended for daylight use 

in restricted off-road areas clear of 

obstacles, primarily on snow and not 

on frozen bodies of water, by a child of 

not less than 6 years of age who is in 

the presence of, and in active supervi-

sion of an adult. Use of this vehicle on 

public trails, streets, roads, and high-

ways can be hazardous and is prohib-

ited by law in most cases.

• Do not start or operate this vehicle without guards and shields in position, or 

with hood not latched in place.

• This vehicle is intended for one operator only, no passenger. Passengers, 

cargo, or towed objects can cause loss of control.

• Verify proper operation of all controls before starting the engine.
• When operating this vehicle, the operator shall wear suitable protective cloth-

ing including an approved safety helmet and shield or goggles.

• Securely attach the safety lanyard to the child’s body before starting the 

engine.

• This vehicle can be operated between 0 and 8 mph (13 km/h). However, it is 

recommended that the adult supervising the child regulate the maximum 

speed to match the experience and ability of the child. Instructions for regulat-

ing maximum speed are provided in the Owner’s Manual.

• The Auxiliary Shut Off Switch is the primary means of stopping this vehicle in 

case of emergency and is located on the top of the throttle control assembly. 

Depress the switch to stop the engine. Routinely check this switch for proper 

function with the engine idling.

• If Owner’s Manual is missing, contact a Polaris Dealer for a replacement.

General

Warning

Decal

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YOUTH SECTION

Know Your Snowmobile

Before you have an adult start the engine for you for the first time, let's 

learn about the controls on your new snowmobile.

Engine Stop Switch

When the engine is running, push this button down to stop the engine. 

Pull the stop switch up before trying to start the engine again.
Throttle Lever

The throttle lever makes your snowmobile go forward when you press it 

with your thumb. Before you drive your snowmobile, always make sure 

the throttle lever does not stick. Read more about it on page 19.
Brake Lever

Squeeze the brake lever toward the handlebar to make your snowmobile 

slow down or stop.

Always take your thumb off the throttle lever when you squeeze the 

brake lever.

Gas 

Cap

Recoil Starter 

Handle

Brake Lever

Throttle Lever

Engine Stop Switch

Choke 

Knob

Hood

Hold-Down 

Strap

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YOUTH SECTION

Know Your Snowmobile

Gas Cap

An adult will take the gas cap off to put gas in your snowmobile. Never 

take the gas cap off. Always make sure it's tightly closed.

Recoil Starter Handle

Pull the recoil starter handle to start your snowmobile. An adult will 

help you start it the first time.
Choke Knob

You may need to use the choke to help start your snowmobile if the 

engine is cold. Read more about it on page 45.
Hood Hold-Down Strap

Two straps hold down the hood of your snowmobile. Always make sure 

both straps are latched before you start the engine.
Tether Strap/Switch

Always attach the tether 

strap to your body and to 

the switch on your snow-

mobile every time you 

drive. If you fall off your 

snowmobile, the tether 

strap will pull away from 

the switch and the engine 

will stop.
When you attach the strap 

to your body, you can clip 

it to a loop on your cloth-

ing, or you can wrap the 

strap around your right 

wrist and attach the clip to 

the strap. 

Always have an adult put gas in your snowmobile. Never try to do it 

yourself.

Never ride without the tether strap attached to your body and to your 

snowmobile. Be careful not to let the cord get tangled around the han-

dlebars or any part of your body.

Attach to 

Switch

Attach to Loop or Wrist

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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