Polaris 2005 440 IQ - Manual (Page 63)

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OPERATION
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Engine Stop Switch
Push down on the engine stop
switch (1) to stop the engine in an
emergency. To restart the engine,
pull the switch up to the ON
position.
Emergency Stopping
The following chart lists methods for stopping the snowmobile in the
event of an emergency. Refer to page 60 for more information about
the engine stop switch.
SYSTEM WHAT IT DOES THROTTLE
CONDITION
Brake Slows jackshaft All
Choke Floods engine Half throttle or less
Engine Stop Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All
Tether Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All
WARNING
Excessive or repetitive use of brakes for high speed stops will
cause an overheated brake system. This overheated condition
could cause sudden loss of brakes and/or fire, resulting in serious
injury or death.
When traveling on long downhill stretches, pump the brakes.
Riding the brakes may cause the brake system to overheat and
result in brake failure.
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