Polaris Sportsman 600 - Manual (Page 113)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Cleaning and Storage
See page 117 for the part numbers of Polaris-recommended products.
Storage Tips
Fog the Engine
1. Remove the spark plug and add 2-3 tablespoons of Premium 4
Synthetic 0W40 engine oil. To access the plug hole, use a section of
clear 1/4” hose and a small plastic squeeze bottle filled with the
pre-measured amount of oil. NOTE: Do this carefully! If you miss
the plug hole, oil will drain from the spark plug cavity into the hole
at the front of the cylinder head, and appear to be an oil leak.
2. Reinstall the spark plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
3. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug cap and install
the cap onto the plug.
4. Turn the engine over several times. Oil will be forced in and around
the piston rings and ring lands, coating the cylinder with a protective
film of fresh oil.
Alternative to Using Fogging Oil
If you choose not to use Polaris Fogging Oil, perform the following
procedure.
1. Support the front end of the machine so the engine is level or tilted
slightly rearward.
2. Remove the spark plug. Rotate the piston to BDC and pour
approximately two ounces of Polaris-recommended oil into the
cylinder.
3. Reinstall the spark plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
4. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug cap and install
the cap onto the plug.
5. Turn the engine over several times to ensure coverage of piston
rings, cylinder walls and crankshaft bearings.
6. Treat the fuel system with Polaris Carbon Clean.
7. If Polaris fuel system additive is not used, fuel tank, fuel lines, and
carburetor should be completely drained of gasoline. To eliminate
any fuel remaining in the carburetor, run the engine until it stops.
Inspect and Lubricate
Inspect all cables and lubricate. Follow lubrication guidelines in the
Maintenance Section of the service or owner’s manual to completely
grease and lubricate the entire vehicle with Polaris Premium All
Season Grease.