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Operation, Caution, Starting the engine – Polaris 600 RMK User Manual

Page 61: Engine break-in

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OPERATION

Starting the Engine

Starting a Warm Engine

1. Turn the key to the ON position.
2. Pull the engine stop switch up to the RUN position.
3. Grasp the recoil rope handle and pull slowly until the recoil

engages; then pull abruptly.

NOTE: If the engine does not start on the first pull, slightly depress

the throttle with your left hand (no more than 1/4” open), and

pull the rope with your right hand. When the engine starts,

immediately release the throttle.

Engine Break-In

No single action on your part is as important to long, trouble-free

machine life as proper break-in of a new or rebuilt engine. Premix the

first tank of gasoline with one pint of Polaris injection oil for each five

gallons of fuel. This, in addition to the lubrication supplied by the

injection system, will assure proper engine break-in.

CAUTION

Excessive heat build-up during the first three hours of operation

will damage close-fitted engine parts. Do not operate at full

throttle or high speeds for extended periods during the first three

hours of use. Vary the throttle openings and machine speeds to

reduce friction on all close-fitting machined parts, allowing them

to break in slowly without damage.
Use of any lubricants other than those recommended by Polaris

may cause serious engine damage. We recommend the use of

Polaris lubricants for your vehicle.
Drive with extra caution during the break-in period. Perform

regular checks on fluid levels, lines, and all other important areas

of the machine.