Polaris 500 2X4 - Manual (Page 37)

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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can
cause loss of consciousness resulting in severe injury or death.
Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
CAUTION
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause
engine damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes
before operating the vehicle.
Starting a Cold Engine
1. Place the transmission in neutral.
2. Lock the parking brake.
3. Sit in the driver’s seat and fasten the
seat belt.
NOTE: Do not use the choke before
attempting to start the TM model. If
the engine does not start on the first
attempt without choking, proceed to
step 4.
4. Pull the choke knob (1) all the way out (2).
NOTE: Do not press the throttle pedal while
starting the engine.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter continuously for more
than five seconds or the starter will overheat and
the battery power will drop temporarily. Wait at
least five seconds between each operation of the
starter to allow it to cool and to allow battery power recovery.
Do not turn the ignition switch key to the START position while
the engine is running. Damage to the starter can result.
5. Turn the ignition key to START.
6. If the engine does not start within five seconds, release the ignition
switch and wait five seconds. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the engine
starts.
7. After the engine starts, push the choke knob in half way (3).
8. Vary the engine RPM slightly with the throttle to aid in warm up
until the engine idles smoothly.
9. Push the choke completely in (4).