Snowmobile Polaris EDGE / WIDETRAK (2007-2012 year). Manual - part 16

3.2

Maintenance

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Periodic Maintenance Table - EDGE / Gen II / Widetrak

Item

Frequency

150 mi.
(240 km)

500 mi.
(800 km)

1000 mi.
(1600 km)

2000 mi.
(3200 km)

Pre-Season

Drive / Driven Clutch

Clutch Alignment / Offset

I

I

I

I

Drive Belt Condition

I

I

I

I

Drive / Driven Clutch Condition

I

I

I

I

Drive Belt Tension

I

I

I

I

Engine

Engine Mounts

I

I

I

I

Recoil Handle / Rope / Function

I

I

I

I

Engine Torque Stop

I

I

I

I

Cylinder Head Bolts

I

I

I

I

Cylinder Base Nuts

I

I

I

Ignition Timing

I

I

Spark Plug Condition

I

I

I

R

I

Exhaust System / Retaining Springs

I

I

I

I

Water Pump Drive Belt

I

I

Liquid Cooling System

I

I

Fan Cooling System

I

I

Oil Filter

I

I

VES Valves

I / C

I / C

I / C

I / C

Brake System

Hose Condition / Routing

I

I

I

I

Fluid Level / Leaks / Fluid Condition

I

I

I

I

Brake Pads / Brake Disc

I

I

I

I

Parking Brake

I

I

I

I

Brake Fluid

R

Fuel System

Idle RPM

I

I

I

Carburetor Adjustments

I

I

I

Throttle  Lever  /  Chock  Lever

I

L

L

L

L

Oil Pump Arm

I

I

3.3

Maintenance

3

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L = Lubricate / I = Inspect or Adjust / R = Replace /
C = Clean

Item

Frequency

150 mi.
(240 km)

500 mi.
(800 km)

1000 mi.
(1600 km)

2000 mi.
(3200 km)

Pre-Season

Throttle / Choke Cables

I

L

L

L

L

Fuel / Vent Hoses

I

I

I

I

I

Oil Hoses

I

I

I

I

I

Air Box

I

I

I

Carburetor Drains / Water Traps

I

I

I

I

Electrical System

Auxiliary Shut-Off

I

I

I

I

I

Throttle Safety Switch

I

I

I

I

I

Ignition Switch

I

I

I

I

I

Headlights / Brake light / Taillights

I

I

I

I

I

Hand / Thumbwarmers

I

I

I

I

I

Perc Reverse System

I

I

I

I

I

Chassis

Ski Toe Alignment

I

I

I

Suspension Mounting Bolts

I

I

I

I

I

Steering Fasteners / Linkage / Handlebars

I

I

I

I

I

Driveshaft / Jackshaft Bearings

L

L

L

L

Ski Fasteners

I

I

I

I

Drive Chain Tension

I

I

I

I

I

Chaincase / Gearcase Oil

I

I

I

R

I

Track Alignment / Track Tension

I

I

I

I

I

Rail Slide Condition

I

I

I

I

I

Bogie / Wheel Condition / Fastener Bolts

I

I

I

I

I

Hood / Seat / Chassis / Engine Compartment

C

C

Periodic Maintenance Table - EDGE / Gen II / Widetrak

3.4

Maintenance

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MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS

Engine Oils / Lubricants / Misc.

DESCRIPTION

PART

 

NUMBER

Premium 2-Cycle Oil
(Non VES Engines)
Quart
Gallon
2.5 Gallon
16 Gallon
55 Gallon
330 Gallon

2875035
2875036
2875038
2875037
2875039
2875040

VES Gold Plus 2-Cycle Oil
(All VES Engines)
Quart
Gallon
2.5 Gallon
16 Gallon
55 Gallon
330 Gallon
Liter
4 Liter
25 Liter
208 Liter

2877882
2877883
2877884
2877885
2877886
2877892
2877887
2877888
2877889
2877890

PS-4 4-Cycle 2W-50 Oil
Quart
Gallon
16 Gallon
55 Gallon

2876244
2876245
2876247
2876246

Synthetic Chaincase Lubricant
Quart
Gallon
2.5 Gallon

2873105
2873106
2872952

Antifreeze 60/40 Premix
Quart
Gallon
55 Gallon

2871534
2871323
2872278

Shock Oil - 5W - Walker Evans

2874522

Shock Oil - 5W - Fox
Quart
Gallon

2870995
2872279

Shock Oil - 5W - Ryde FX / Arvin

2873716

Brake Fluid - DOT 4

2872189

Fogging Oil
Aerosol
Quart

2870791
2871517

Premium All Season Grease
3oz. Grease Gun Kit
14oz. Tube

2871312
2871423

Starter Grease

2871460

Carbon Clean Plus

2871326

Isopropyl

2870505

Fuel Stabilizer
Quart
2.5 Gallon

2870652
2872280

Three Bond Sealant 5oz.

2871557

Loctite 242

2871950

DESCRIPTION

PART

 

NUMBER

3.5

Maintenance

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BREAK-IN PROCEDURES

Engine Break-In Procedure

The first tank of fuel is considered the break-in period for
the engine. During this time it is critical to not operate the
engine at full throttle for more than a few seconds. Vary the
throttle speed as much as possible. Monitor engine
temperatures and fluid levels often during the break-in
period.

NOTE:  During the engine break-in period, verify the
oil injection system is functioning by monitoring the
oil level in the oil tank. If the oil level does not drop,
inspection the oil injection system.

Polaris recommends filling the oil tank and pre-mixing the
first full tank of fuel with Premium 2-Cycle Semi-Synthetic
Oil when the engine is either new or refurbished (new
pistons, crankshaft, cylinder, etc.). Polaris semi-synthetic
engine oil will seat the rings faster than when using Polaris
VES Gold Plus oil.

After the break-in period use Polaris VES Gold Plus
engine oil for normal operation for snowmobiles equipped
with VES engines.

Fuel/Oil Premix Ratio

During the break-in period, premix the first tank a fuel (10
US gallons) using a 40:1 (fuel to oil) ratio.

Formula = 1 US Gallon = 128oz. / 40 (Desired Ratio) =
3.2oz. for every 1 US gallon of fuel.

10 US gallons of fuel requires 32oz. of oil to achieve a 40:1
premix ratio.

Always mix fuel and oil 5 gallons at a time. Never fill the
tank with fuel and then add oil.

Drive Belt Break-In Procedure

The break-in period for a new drive belt is 30 miles. During
this time, vary the throttle position under 50% and limit full
throttle use.

New drive belts that feature a sanded finish should be first
washed with warm, soapy water and allowed to air dry
prior to use.

Always take time to warm up the belt and driveline prior to
operating the snowmobile. Free track and skis from the
ground before engaging throttle.

DRIVE / DRIVEN CLUTCHES

Belt Deflection Inspection

Too much belt deflection is when the belt is too long or the
center distance is too short. The initial starting ratio will be
too high, resulting in performance loss. This is due to the
belt rising too high in the drive clutch sheaves upon
engagement (A).

Not enough belt deflection (B) is when the belt is too short
or the center distance is too long. The initial starting ratio
will be too low. In addition, the machine may creep when
the engine idles, causing damage to the internal face of
the drive belt.

1.

Measure the belt deflection with both clutches at rest
and in their full neutral position.

2.

Place a straight edge across the two clutches, on top
of the belt.

3.

Apply downward pressure to the belt and measure the
distance at point (D).