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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.

Click the link above for the Table Of Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner Support area of Polaris.com.

Starting the Engine

  1. Position the vehicle on a level surface outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

  2. Place the transmission in neutral (N).

  3. Lock the parking brake.

  4. Turn the fuel valve on.

  5. Sit on the vehicle.

    TIP
    Do not use the choke if starting a warm engine. Excessive use of the choke can cause the spark plug to become wet fouled.

  6. If the engine is cold, move the choke lever 1 to the left until it stops.

    TIP
    The choke is fully on when the lever is completely to the left. The choke is off when the lever is completely to the right. The choke can be adjusted gradually, depending on how much choke is needed for starting.

  7. Place the engine stop switch in the ON position, then turn the main key switch on.

  8. Do not press the throttle while starting the engine. Squeeze the left brake lever.

    TIP
    The starter will not engage unless the rear brake is applied. Always squeeze and hold the left brake lever before attempting to start the engine.

  9. Press the start button.

  10. Activate the starter for a maximum of five seconds, releasing the button when the engine starts.

    NOTICE
    Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before operating the vehicle.

  11. If the engine does not start, release the start button, wait five seconds, then attempt to start again. Repeat this procedure until the engine starts.

  12. If the engine slows or stops, move the choke lever half way to the right to allow proper engine warm-up. Vary the engine RPM slightly with the throttle to aid in warm-up.

  13. When the engine idles smoothly, move the choke lever completely to the right.