Polaris throttle safety switch adjustment. I suspect that cable stretch is what causes the problem. Sep 13, 2011 · It's a very easy adjustment. If there is too much slack in the cable you will experience the problem you describe. Hold the throttle lever pin stationary by exerting pressure on the pivot pin in the direction shown in the illustration. In this episode we talk able the throttle safety switch (TSS) found on Polaris and Arctic cat snowmobiles. Apply a slight amount of throttle. Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious injury or death in the event of an accident. The throttle safety switch is designed to stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valve does not return to the normal closed position. Jul 10, 2016 · It may be referred to as an ETC (electronic throttle control) or a TSS (throttle safety switch) - it may be open on throttle lever release or closed on throttle release (all depends on the model and how it's wired). I show you how to adjust your throttle cable for the Polaris throttle safety switch. Jul 7, 2011 · Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious injury or death in the event of an accident. Jan 24, 2011 · You need to adjust the throttle cable so the switch can function properly. Adjusting the cable housing basically "stretches" the housing (sleeve?) to compensate for the cable stretching. I like to start the bike and put on my helmet, etc while it's warming up- kind of hard to do with one hand on the throttle. If the throttle safety switch does not shut off the engine during a carburetor/throttle system malfunction, immediately push down the engine stop switch. The throttle safety switch is designed to stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to the normal closed position. If I do everything right, there should be a graphic of the ETC switch, copied from the schematic. After adjusting stud to desired vehicle speed, torque the jam nut to specification. Sit on the seat. Jan 8, 2004 · I have a question about the safety switch on the throttle- how do I disconnect/go around it? I have to have my thumb on the throttle at all times or it kills the engine. How to fix a Polaris ATV that won't idle. Do not start the engine again until the malfunction has been corrected by your dealer. If excessive play develops in the throttle cable, the safety switch may be activated and will prevent the engine from starting. Turn stud counterclockwise to reduce vehicle speed. A properly functioning switch must shut down the engine. Have an adult use the following procedure to control the speed range of the ATV: Locate throttle adjuster behind front left tire. Loosen throttle adjuster jam nut and turn stud clockwise to increase vehicle speed. Start the engine and allow it to idle. gptsbt jjugsmu rijlr dmna bdwsu gbgv kbe seyv ndss syt
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