Polaris Scrambler 850 / Scrambler XP 1000 EPS (2018 year). Manual - part 5

ENGINE STOP SWITCH

Move the stop switch

either left or

right to the OFF position to stop the
engine quickly.
Move the stop switch to the RUN
position before attempting to start the
engine. The engine will not start or run
when the switch is off.
Both the main switch and the engine
stop switch will shut off all electrical
power to the vehicle, including lights.

IGNITION SWITCH/LIGHT SWITCH

Use the ignition switch to start the engine and to turn the lights on or off. The key
can be removed from the switch when it is in the OFF position.

OFF

Turn the key to the OFF
position to stop the engine.
Electrical circuits are off.

LIGHTS ON

The lights are on. Electrical
circuits are on. Electrical
equipment can be used.

LIGHTS OFF

The lights are off. Electrical
circuits are on. Electrical
equipment can be used.

START

Turn the key to the START
position to engage the
electric starter. See page 45
for starting procedures.

4X4 SWITCH

Use the 4X4 switch to engage ADC 4X4, 4X4 or 2X4. The vehicle automatically
engages 4X4 when operating in reverse if the switch is set to either 4X4
position.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

THROTTLE LEVER

WARNING

Operating an ATV with sticking or improperly operating throttle controls could

cause an accident. Never start or operate an ATV that has a sticking or

improperly operating throttle. Immediately contact your POLARIS dealer or

other qualified person for service if throttle problems arise.

Failure to check or maintain proper operation of the throttle system can result

in an accident if the throttle lever sticks during operation. Always check the

lever for free movement and return before starting the engine. Also check

occasionally during operation.

Modifications to the electronic throttle control could result in failure to perform

as designed, which could result in an accident. Do not attempt to modify the

throttle control system or replace it with any after market throttle mechanisms.

Engine speed and vehicle movement
are controlled by pressing the throttle
lever

. The throttle lever is spring

loaded. Engine speed returns to idle
when the lever is released.
This ATV is equipped with a throttle
release switch, which is designed to
reduce the risk of a frozen or stuck
throttle.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

BRAKE LEVER

WARNING

Operating the ATV with a spongy brake lever can result in loss of braking,

which could cause an accident. Never operate the ATV with a spongy-feeling

brake lever. Always contact your dealer for service before operating the

vehicle.

Squeeze the brake lever

toward the

handlebar to apply the front and rear
brakes. These brakes are hydraulically
activated disc type brakes that are
activated by only one lever.
Always test brake lever travel and
master cylinder fluid level before
riding. When squeezed, the lever
should feel firm. Any sponginess
would indicate a possible fluid leak or
low master cylinder fluid level, which
must be corrected before riding.
Contact your POLARIS dealer or other
qualified service facility for proper
diagnosis and repairs.

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKING THE PARKING BRAKE

WARNING

Operating the ATV while the parking brake is engaged could result in an

accident or fire. Always check to be sure the parking brake is disengaged

before operating.

1. Place the transmission in PARK.

2. Squeeze and release the brake

lever

two or three times, then

squeeze and hold.

3. Push the parking brake lock

forward to engage the lock.

4. Release the brake lever.

5. To release the parking brake lock,

squeeze and release the brake
lever. It will return to its unlocked
position.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

The parking brake may relax if left on for a long period of time. Always block the
wheels to prevent rolling. Always block the wheels on the downhill side of the
ATV if leaving it parked on a hill. Another option is to park the ATV in a sidehill
position. Never depend on the parking brake alone if the ATV is parked on a hill.
Always block the wheels to prevent rolling.

MASTER CYLINDER/BRAKE FLUID

WARNING

An over-full master cylinder may cause brake drag or brake lock-up, which

could result in an accident. Maintain brake fluid at the recommended level. Do

not overfill.

Never store or use a partial bottle of brake fluid. Brake fluid is hygroscopic,

meaning it rapidly absorbs moisture from the air. The moisture causes the

boiling temperature of the brake fluid to drop, which can lead to early brake

fade and the possibility of brake failure, which could result in an accident. After

opening a bottle of brake fluid, always discard any unused portion.

Check the brake fluid in the master cylinder before each ride.

1. Position the ATV on a level surface.

2. Position the handlebars so the

master cylinder

is level.

3. View the brake fluid level through

the indicator window

on the top

of the master cylinder. The eye will
appear dark when the fluid level is
full. When fluid is low, the eye will
be clear.

4. If the fluid level is low, remove the

cover screws and add fluid to the
fill line. Do not overfill. Use DOT 4
brake fluid only.

5. Reinstall the cover. Torque screws

to 7 in-lbs (.8 Nm).

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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