Polaris TRACTOR Sportsman 570 6X6 (2018 year). Instruction - part 12

 

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Polaris TRACTOR Sportsman 570 6X6 (2018 year). Instruction - part 12

 

 

51

OPERATION

Cold Weather Operation

Internal engine condensation increases as outside temperatures 

decrease. If the vehicle is used year-round, check the oil level 

frequently. A rising oil level could indicate condensation in the bottom 

of the oil tank, which can lead to engine damage. Any condensation 

must be drained.
Always operate the engine long enough to reach operating temperature, 

which reduces condensation. See your POLARIS dealer for engine 

heater kits, which provide quicker warm-ups and easier starting in cold 

weather.

PVT Operation

When To Use Low Range and High Range

Condition

Range to Use

Operating at speeds less than 11 km/h

Low

Towing heavy loads

Low

Operating in rough or rugged terrain

Low

Operating at speeds greater than 11 km/h

High

52

OPERATION

Driving Procedures

1. Wear protective riding gear. See page 9.
2. Perform the pre-ride inspection. See page 48.
3. Sit upright. Keep your feet on the footrests. Keep both hands on the 

handlebars.

4. Start the engine and allow it to warm up.
5. Apply the brakes.
6. Shift the transmission into gear.
7. Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel.
8. Release the brakes.
9. Slowly squeeze the throttle lever toward the handlebar to begin 

driving.

10. Drive slowly. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle and 

brakes on level surfaces.

53

OPERATION

Driving with a Passenger

1. Never carry a passenger on a 1-up vehicle. Never carry more than 

one passenger on a 2-up vehicle. 

2. Do not carry a passenger on a 2-up vehicle until you have at least 

two hours of driving experience with the vehicle.

3. Never allow anyone under 12 years of age to ride as a passenger on 

a 2-up vehicle. Make sure any passenger is tall enough to 

comfortably and safely reach the grab handles and footrests. Allow 

a passenger to ride only in the approved passenger seat.

4. Make sure the passenger is wearing appropriate riding gear, 

including an approved helmet with a rigid chin guard. See page 9.

5. Perform the pre-ride 

inspection. See page 48.

6. Lock the parking brake.
7. Board the vehicle from the 

left side. After the operator 

is seated, the passenger 

should board the vehicle 

from the left side. See page 

49. Always make sure the 

parking brake lock is 

engaged to ensure the 

vehicle remains motionless 

whenever a passenger 

boards or dismounts.

8. Slow down. Control may be 

more difficult with a 

passenger on board. Allow 

more time and distance for 

braking.

54

OPERATION

Driving with a Passenger

9. Ride to the ability of your passenger, instead of to your own ability. 

Avoid unexpected or aggressive maneuvers that could cause a 

passenger to fall from the vehicle.

10. Do not cross a hillside with a passenger on board. See page 58.
11. A passenger should always be seated in the passenger seat with both 

feet on the footrests and both hands on the passenger grab handles 

at all times. The passenger should never hold on to the operator. 

Never secure a passenger to the vehicle or to the operator with a 

belt, rope or similar device.

12. Make sure the passenger understands the importance of “active 

riding.” When hill-climbing or performing maneuvers, a passenger 

should shift body weight in the same manner in which the driver 

shifts body weight. For example, the passenger should lean to the 

inside of a turn along with the operator and should always lean 

uphill when climbing and descending hills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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