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66 OPERATION Break-In Period Engine Break-In The break-in period for engine is the first 500 miles (800 km) of opera- NOTICE: Excessive heat build-up during the first 500 miles (800 km) of operation will damage close-fitting engine parts. Do not operate at full POLARIS recommends the use of Performance Synthetic 4-Stroke oil NOTICE: Use of non-recommended oil may cause serious engine damage. Always use the recommended oil for your POLARIS snowmobile. 1. Fill the fuel tank with the recommended fuel. See page 72. 2. Check the oil level in the oil tank. See page 84. Add oil if necessary to maintain at the recommended level. 3. Drive slowly at first. Vary the throttle positions. Do not operate at sustained idle. 4. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist. See page 56. 5. During the break-in period, change both the oil and the filter at 500 miles (800 km) or before seasonal storage, whichever comes first. Drive Belt Break-In The break-in period for a new drive belt is 30 miles (48 km). During this New drive belts should be washed with warm, soapy water and allowed Always take time to warm up the belt and driveline prior to operating |