Content Source: 2020 RZR 900 / S 900 Owner’s Manual (9930958 R01) > Safety Chapter

IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Safety Labels and Locations

Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehicle carefully. If any of the labels depicted in this manual differ from the labels on your vehicle, always read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehicle

  • Proper Use Warning
  • Seat Belt Warning
  • Payload Warning
  • Riders Warning
  • Drive Responsibly Warning

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If an informational or graphic label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your POLARIS dealer or qualified person to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety labels are provided by POLARIS at no charge. The part number is printed on the label.

Proper Use Warning

WARNING
Require Proper Use of Your Vehicle
Do your part to prevent injuries:
  • Do not allow careless or reckless driving.
  • Make sure operators are 16 or older with a valid driver’s license.
  • Do not let people drive or ride after using alcohol or drugs.
  • Do not allow operation on public roads (unless designated for off-highway vehicle access) - collisions with cars and trucks can occur.
  • RZR: Do not exceed seating capacity: 1 passenger.
  • RZR 4: Do not exceed seating capacity: 3 passengers.

Payload Warning

WARNING
RZR Never Exceed If Total Payload Exceeds
Base 43 MPH (69 km/h) 430 lbs. (195 kg)
S 62 MPH (100 km/h) 430 lbs. (195 kg)

Seat Belt Warning

Improper vehicle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
Be Prepared

  • Fasten seat belts.
  • Wear an approved helmet and protective gear.
  • ALWAYS use cab nets and/or doors.
  • Each rider must be able to sit with back against seat, feet flat on the floor, and hands on steering wheel or hand holds. Stay completely inside the vehicle.

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LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. ALWAYS REVIEW SAFETY VIDEO AND TAKE ROHVA TRAINING (rohva.org).


Riders Warning

Be Sure Riders Pay Attention and Plan Ahead
If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or roll, reduce your risk of injury:
  • Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel or hand holds and brace yourself.
  • Do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason.

Fuel Transport Warning

NEVER carry fuel or other flammable liquids on this vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could lead to serious burn injuries or death.

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Drive Responsibly Warning

WARNING:
Drive Responsibly
Rollovers have caused severe injuries and death, even on flat, open areas.
Avoid loss of control and rollovers:

  • Avoid abrupt maneuvers, sideways sliding, skidding or fishtailing, and never do donuts.
  • Slow down before entering a turn.
  • Avoid hard acceleration when turning, even from a stop.
  • Plan for hills, rough terrain, ruts and other changes in traction and terrain.
  • Avoid paved surfaces.
  • Avoid sidehilling (riding across slopes).

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Air Box and Intake Duct Cautions

caution
Use a Polaris approved air filter . The use of a non-Polaris approved air filter may cause engine damage. Before installing filter, ensure there is no dirt or debris in the clean side of the intake tube. The air filter must be properly seated before the lid is reinstalled. Please reference your owner’s manual for additional information regarding air filter service.
caution
Air intake tube must be fully seated on air box and throttle body. Inspect full perimeter if serviced. Clamps at air box and throttle body must be torqued to 49 in-lbs (5.5 Nm) or severe engine damage may occur.
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Belt Debris Warning

WARNING
Improper service or maintenance of this PVT system can result in vehicle damage, SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
Always look for and remove debris inside and around the clutch and vent system when replacing the belt.
Read owner’s manual or see your POLARIS dealer or authorized equivalent person.
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Load / Passenger / Tire Pressure Warning

The Load / Passenger / Tire Pressure Warning is located at the rear of the vehicle in the cargo box.

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WARNING
IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Reduce speed and allow greater distance for braking when carrying cargo.
  • Overloading or carrying tall, off-center, or unsecured loads will increase your risk of losing control. Loads should be centered and carried as low as possible in box.
  • For stability on rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo.
  • Be careful if load extends over the side of the box.
  • Never carry passengers in cargo box.
  • Passengers can be thrown off. This can cause serious injury or death.
  RZR RZR S
MAXIMUM CARGO BOX LOAD 300 lbs. (136 kg) 300 lbs. (136 kg)
TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa) FRONT 10 (69)
REAR 12 (83)
FRONT 10 (69)
REAR 14 (97)
MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY*

740 lbs. (336 kg) 740 lbs. (336 kg)

*INCLUDES WEIGHT OF OPERATOR, PASSENGERS, CARGO AND ACCESSORIES

Read Operation and Maintenance Manual for more detailed loading information.

International Safety Labels

Clutch Cover Alert

Read your owner’s manual. Keep body parts away from belt.
Label Location: On the clutch cover.

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Owner’s Manual Alert

Read the owner’s manual.
Label Location: On the fuel tank filler cap.

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Load / Tire Pressure / Passenger Alert

Never carry passengers in cargo box. Passengers can be thrown off. This can cause serious injury or death. Read owner’s manual. Never carry or transport fuel on this vehicle.
Label Location: In the cargo box.
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RZR RZR RZR S RZR S4
Maximum Cargo Box Load 136 kg
Tire Pressure
(in kPA)

Front: 69

Rear: 83

Front: 69

Rear: 97

Front: 110

Rear: 138
Maximum Capacity 336 kg 408 kg

General Alert

Read your owner’s manual. Never allow anyone under 16 years of age to operate this vehicle. Never use alcohol or drugs before or while driving or riding. Do not allow operation on public roads (unless designated for off-highway vehicle access). Wear approved helmet, goggles, and protective clothing. Always wear seat belts. Always use the cab nets or doors. Avoid operating in a manner that could result in a rollover. Avoid exhibition driving.
Label Location: Behind the gear selector, in between the driver’s seat and passenger seat.

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Intake Alert

Use a Polaris approved air filter. The use of a non-Polaris approved air filter may cause engine damage. Before installing filter ensure there is no dirt or debris in the clean side of the intake tube. The air filter must be properly seated and the hinges fully inserted when the lid is reinstalled. The intake tube must also be fully seated on the air box and throttle body. Inspect full perimeter if serviced. Clamps at air box and throttle body must be torqued to 5.5 Nm (49 in-lbs) or severe engine damage may occur. Please reference your owner’s manual for additional information regarding the air filter service.
Label Location: On the air box.

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Hitch Capacity Alert

  • Read owner’s manual.
  • TRAILER MAX WEIGHT: 2300 N ON LEVEL GROUND
  • HITCH MAX VERTICAL WEIGHT: 1400 N
  • Label Location: On the hitch.

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