Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ Racer (2015 year). Instruction - part 4

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SAFETY

Operator Safety

Driving Responsibly

Every snowmobile handles differently, and even the most docile 
conditions may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. If 
you're new to snowmobiling, acquaint yourself with the machine and 
with what it will and won't do under various conditions. Even seasoned 
drivers should spend some time getting the feel for a machine before 
attempting ambitious maneuvers.

• A snowmobile depends on the rider's body position for proper 

balance in executing turns, traversing hills, etc. Always start on a 
smooth, level area to begin building your operating experience.

• Before allowing someone else to use your snowmobile, know the 

extent of their operating skills. Check to see if they've taken a 
snowmobile safety course and have an operator's certificate. For their 
protection, as well as yours, make sure they take a snowmobile safety 
course. Everyone can benefit from the course.

• Don't “jump” your snowmobile over large drifts or similar terrain. 

Jumping may injure your back because of spinal compression that 
could occur when the snowmobile impacts the ground. The seat and 
suspension of your snowmobile have been designed to provide 
protection under normal riding conditions. Your snowmobile is not 
intended for this kind of use.

• Be courteous to oncoming traffic by dimming your headlights and 

reducing your speed. 

• When traveling in a group of snowmobiles, don't tailgate (follow too 

closely). Leave enough distance between snowmobiles to provide 
ample stopping room and to provide protection from flying snow and 
debris. Allow even more distance when driving on slippery surfaces 
or when driving in darkness or other low visibility conditions. Be 
aware of any snowmobile traffic around your vehicle. Drive 
defensively to avoid accidents.

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SAFETY

Operator Safety

Windchill/Temperature Charts

The following information is provided to help you determine when 
temperatures become dangerous for riding.

WINDCHILL CHART (°F)

WINDCHILL CHART (°C)

Wind 

Speed 

in 

MPH

Actual Thermometer Reading (°F)

40

35

30

25

20

15

10

5

0

-5

-10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40 -45

Equivalent Temperature (°F)

Calm

40

35

30

25

20

15

10

5

0

-5

-10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40 -45

5

36

31

25

19

13

7

1

-5

-11 -16 -22 -28 -34 -40 -46 -52 -57 -63

10

34

27

21

15

9

3

-4

-10 -16 -22 -28 -35 -41 -47 -53 -59 -66 -72

15

32

25

19

13

6

0

-7

-13 -19 -26 -32 -39 -45 -51 -58 -64 -71 -77

20

30

24

17

11

4

-2

-9

-15 -22 -29 -35 -42 -48 -55 -61 -68 -74 -81

25

29

23

16

9

3

-4

-11

-17 -24 -31 -37 -44 -51 -58 -64 -71 -78 -84

30

28

22

15

8

1

-5

-12 -19 -26 -33 -39 -46 -53 -60 -67 -73 -80 -87

35

28

21

14

7

0

-7

-14 -21 -27 -34 -41 -48 -55 -62 -69 -76 -82 -89

40

27

20

13

6

-1

-8

-15 -22 -29 -36 -43 -50 -57 -64 -71 -78 -84 -91

45

26

19

12

5

-2

-9

-16 -23 -30 -37 -44 -51 -58 -65 -72 -79 -86 -93

50

26

19

12

4

-3

-10 -17 -24 -31 -38 -45 -52 -60 -67 -74 -81 -88 -95

55

25

18

11

4

-3

-11 -18 -25 -32 -39 -46 -54 -61 -68 -75 -82 -89 -97

60

25

17

10

3

-4

-11 -19 -26 -33 -40 -48 -55 -62 -69 -76 -84 -91 -98

Frostbite in >> 30 min.

10 min.

5 min.

Wind 

Speed 

in

Km/h

Actual Thermometer Reading (°C)

5

2

-1

-4

-7

-10 -13 -16 -19 -22 -25 -28 -31 -34 -37 -40 -43 -46

Equivalent Temperature (°C)

Calm

5

2

-1

-4

-7

-10 -13 -16 -19 -22 -25 -28 -31 -34 -37 -40 -43 -46

8

3

0

-4

-7

-11 -14 -18 -22 -25 -29 -32 -36 -39 -43 -46 -50 -53 -57

16

2

-2

-6

-10 -13 -17 -21 -24 -28 -32 -36 -39 -43 -47 -50 -54 -58 -62

24

1

-3

-7

-11

-15 -19 -22 -26 -30 -34 -38 -42 -45 -49 -53 -57 -61 -65

32

0

-4

-8

-12 -16 -20 -24 -28 -32 -36 -39 -43 -47 -51 -55 -59 -63 -67

40

-1

-5

-9

-13 -17 -21 -25 -29 -33 -37 -41 -45 -49 -53 -57 -61 -65 -69

48

-1

-5

-9

-13 -18 -22 -26 -30 -34 -38 -42 -46 -50 -54 -58 -62 -66 -70

56

-2

-6

-10 -14 -18 -22 -26 -31 -35 -39 -43 -47 -51 -55 -59 -64 -68 -72

64

-2

-6

-10 -15 -19 -23 -27 -31 -35 -40 -44 -48 -52 -56 -61 -65 -69 -73

72

-2

-7

-11

-15 -19 -23 -28 -32 -36 -40 -45 -49 -53 -57 -61 -66 -70 -74

80

-3

-7

-11

-15 -20 -24 -28 -33 -37 -41 -45 -50 -54 -58 -62 -67 -71 -75

88

-3

-7

-12 -16 -20 -24 -29 -33 -37 -42 -46 -50 -55 -59 -63 -67 -72 -76

96

-3

-8

-12 -16 -21 -25 -29 -34 -38 -42 -47 -51 -55 -60 -64 -68 -73 -77

Frostbite in >> 30 min.

10 min.

5 min.

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SAFETY

Safety Labels and Locations

Warning labels have been placed on the snowmobile for your protection. 
Read and follow the instructions of the labels and other warnings on the 
snowmobile carefully. If any of the labels depicted in this manual differ 
from the labels on your snowmobile, always read and follow the 
instructions of the labels on the snowmobile.

If any label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your POLARIS 
dealer to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety labels are 
provided by POLARIS at no charge. The part number is printed on the 
label.

Clutch Cover Warning

This warning label is found under the hood on the clutch cover:

WARNING

Do not operate engine with hood open.

Do not attempt adjustment with engine running.

Do not operate engine with this guard removed.

Never run engine with drive belt removed.

Never service clutches yourself -- see your dealer.

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Pressure Cap Warning

This warning label is found on the pressure cap of applicable liquid 
cooled models:

Do not open hot. Test or replace when changing coolant. Press down and turn to 
release cap. 13 PSI

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No Passenger Warning

Snowmobiles designed for a single rider only have the NO 
PASSENGER warning label on the lower center console:

WARNING

This vehicle is designed for operator only. NO PASSENGER

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Track Warning

The track warning label is at the rear of the tunnel:

WARNING

Stay clear of track. Do not sit on seat back. Entanglement with the track or a fall 
from seat back can result in severe injury or death.

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SAFETY

Safety Labels and Locations

Operation Warning

The operation warning label is located on the console.

WARNING

• To avoid serious injury or death, read and understand all warnings and the 

Owner's Manual before operation. If manual is missing, contact a POLARIS 
dealer for a replacement.

• This vehicle is capable of high speeds. Buried objects or uneven terrain can 

cause loss of control. Reduce speed and use extreme caution when 
operating in unfamiliar terrain.

• Excessive speed, especially at night or with limited visibility, can result in 

insufficient time for you to react to terrain changes, to avoid unexpected 
obstacles, or to stop safely.

• Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this vehicle.

• In an emergency, push down the Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch, located on the top 

of the throttle control assembly, to stop the engine. Then pull the brake lever 
to stop.

• Always wear an approved helmet, eye protection, and adequate clothing 

while operating this vehicle.

• This vehicle is designed for adult use only. Check local laws for age 

requirements.

• When operating with a passenger (on approved models only), reduce speed 

and allow extra space for steering and stopping. A passenger reduces your 
ability to control the vehicle.

• When operating on hard-packed snow, ice, or when crossing roads, steering 

and braking ability are greatly reduced. Reduce speed and allow extra space 
to turn or stop.

• To maintain vehicle control on ice or hard-packed surfaces, you should have 

a proper balance of ski carbides to track studs. See Owner's Manual for 
proper use of traction products.

• Repeated stops from high speed may cause fading or sudden loss of braking 

ability.

• Parking brake may relax when used for long periods. Do not leave brake 

engaged for more than five minutes.

• Before starting engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for proper 

operation. Make sure hood is latched. Be seated and in position to control the 
vehicle.

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