MAINTENANCE Water / Sediment Trap Maintenance Most Polaris snowmobiles incorporate a patented carburetor bowl water / sediment traps which are located at the bottom of each carburetor. The trap consists of a hose with a plug which should be inspected for contamination every 2000 miles (3200 km).
Cleaning Procedure - Plug 1. Turn the fuel tank supply valve off. 2. Position a container or shop towels to catch the contaminated gasoline.
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3. Slide the clamp (1) away from the drain plug (2) and remove the drain plug from the sediment tube. 4. Wipe off residue from plug and reinstall with clamps. Continue until all the traps have been emptied. 2
When draining the traps, fuel spillage will occur. Be sure to work in a well ventilated area away from anything which may cause the fuel to ignite such as open flames, sparks, heaters, trouble lights, cigarettes, etc.
Oil Filter / Fuel Filter Maintenance Most models use an oil filter which is of a special design and must not be substituted. This filter should be changed annually or every 1200 miles (1920 km). Inspect oil line condition at 1200 miles (1920 km).
NOTE: The direction of the arrows indicates the direction of the flow through the filters. Edge models utilize a special oil filter that is built into the oil sending unit located in the bottom of the oil tank. It should be replaced every other season.
NOTE: After changing the oil filter, the oil injection system must be bled of all trapped air. See page 3.13 for instructions on bleeding proceedure.
Fuel Filter
Oil Filter
The in tank fuel filter and fuel lines should be inspected regularly. Special attention should be given to the system’s fuel line condition after periods of storage. Normal deterioration from weather and fuel compounds can occur. Do not use pliers or a similar tool to remove fuel lines. Damage could occur. Do not kink the fuel line. Damage could occur. If a fuel has been damaged or kinked, replace it.
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