Polaris 120 XC SP - Manual (Page 27)

A--8
PRE OPERATION CHECK
Before Starting The Engine
NOTE: It is up to you, the parent, to teach your child the proper and safe
way to ride a snowmobile. You must set boundaries and adhere to them,
keeping your child’s safety foremost in your mind. Never allow your child
to operate this machine without adult supervision.
Read and Understand Your Owner’s Manual
Read and make sure the operators understand the Owner’s Manual com-
pletely before allowing anyone to operate this snowmobile. It is also a
good idea to read it periodically to reinforce the information. It is very
important for to familiarize the operator and guests with the cautions and
warnings pertaining to your machine as well as safe operating procedures.
We have attempted to provide you with as much information as possible
to alert you to the safety requirements of snowmobiling.
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Check Throttle and Brake for Proper Operation
When checking the throttle, make sure the control lever will compress
evenly and smoothly. When the lever is released, it should
immediately return to the idle position without binding or hesitation.
If the throttle does not function smoothly, do not attempt to start the
engine. Have the throttle serviced before starting the engine.
The need for a properly functioning brake is vital. The brake must be
checked for correct operation before starting the engine. See page
A--12 for details.
The throttle and brake are the primary controls of the snowmobile.
If either should malfunction, a serious loss of control could result.
WARNING