Polaris ACE 150 EFI (2018 year). Manual - part 10

44

OPERATION

Safe Operation Practices

1. Complete the New Operator Driving Procedures outlined on pages 

47-6.

2. Do not ride at night or when visibility is poor (rain, fog, dusk). 

Your vehicle doesn't have lights that are designed for driving in 

these conditions.

3. Never tow objects with this vehicle.
4. Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous. Never start the engine or let 

it run in an enclosed area. Never allow a child to handle gasoline.

5. Never install accessories not approved by POLARIS for use on 

this vehicle.

6. Ride this vehicle only in areas permitted by a supervising adult. 

Never operate the vehicle on pavement or on any public street, 

road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads.

7. Drive in a manner appropriate for your skills and operating 

conditions. Never operate at excessive speeds. DO NOT attempt 

to do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving stunts. Keep 

both hands on the steering wheel at all times.

8. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this 

vehicle.

9. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. 

Always maintain proper tire pressure.

10. Never operate a damaged vehicle. After any rollover or accident, 

have a qualified service dealer inspect the entire machine for 

possible damage.

11. Never operate the vehicle on a frozen body of water.
12. Do not touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep 

combustible materials away from the exhaust system.

13. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to 

prevent unauthorized use.

45

OPERATION

Starting the Engine

1. Sit in the driver’s seat and fasten the seat belt.
2. Secure the cab nets.
3. Place the transmission in neutral. Set the parking brake.
4. Apply the brakes.
5. Do not press the throttle pedal while starting the engine.
6. Turn the ignition key past the ON/RUN position to START. 

Engage the starter for a maximum of five seconds. Release the 

key when the engine starts.

NOTICE: Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine 

damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before 

operating the vehicle.

7. If the engine does not start within five seconds, return the ignition 

switch to the OFF position and wait five seconds. Repeat steps 6 

and 7 until the engine starts.

8. Vary the engine RPM slightly with the throttle to aid in warm-up 

until the engine idles smoothly.

9. Release the parking brake before driving.

46

OPERATION

Stopping the Engine

1. Release the throttle pedal completely and brake to a complete 

stop.

2. Place the transmission in neutral.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Stop the engine.

Braking

1. Release the throttle pedal completely. (When the throttle pedal is 

released completely and engine speed slows to near idle, the 

vehicle has no engine braking.)

2. Press on the brake pedal evenly and firmly. Practice starting and 

stopping (using the brakes) until you're familiar with the controls.

Parking the Vehicle

1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface. When parking inside a garage 

or other structure, be sure that the structure is well ventilated and 

that the vehicle is not close to any source of flame or sparks, 

including any appliance with pilot lights.

2. Place the transmission in neutral.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Stop the engine.
5. Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.

47

OPERATION

New Operator Driving Procedures

1. Read and understand this owner's manual and all warning and 

instruction labels before operating this vehicle.

2. Watch the instructional video with the supervising adult.
3. Review the section of this owner’s manual about starting the 

engine, stopping the engine, braking and parking (pages 45-46).

4. Perform the pre-ride inspection (page 43).
5. The driver must wear helmet, eye protection, gloves, long-sleeve 

shirt, long pants, over-the-ankle boots and seat belt at all times.

6. Do not operate in this vehicle if the 

clearance between the top of your 

helmet and the overhead cab frame is 

less than 2 inches (5 cm).

7. Select a level open area to practice 

driving. Make sure you have adult 

supervision and permission to drive in 

this area. 

8. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the 

seat belt.

9. Make sure all cab nets are properly secured.
10. Set the parking brake.
11. Place the transmission in neutral.
12. Start the engine.

Minimum 

2 inches 

(5 cm)