2004 Polaris Sportsman 600/700 Service Manual, Page 35Get this manual
LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The engine coolant level is controlled or maintained
COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Inspect all hoses for cracks, deterioration, abrasion or leaksReplace if necessary
by the recovery system
The recovery system
components are the recovery bottle, radiator filler neck, radiator pressure cap and connecting hoseAs coolan operating temperature increases, the expanding(heated)excesscoolanlisforcedoutofthe rad iator past the pressure cap and in to the recovery bottleAs engine coolanttemperature decreases the contracting(cooled)coolanl isdrawnbackupfromthe tank past the pressure cap and into the radiator Some coolant level drop on new machines is normal as the system is purging itselfoftrappedairObserve coolant levels often during the break-in periodOverheating of engine cou ld occur if air is not fully purged from system
PolarisPremium6040anti-freezeis premixed and ready to useDo not dilute with water
1Check tightness of all hose clamps2Do not over-tighten hose clamps at radiator or radiator fitting may distort, causing restriction or leakRadiator hose clamp torque is 36 inIbs(4 Nm)