Polaris 2001 ATV Universal ATV - Manual (Page 95)

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RIDING
If it is impossible to take it to a dealer before starting, follow the
steps outlined below.
D Move the ATV to dry land or at the
very least, to water below the foot
rests.
D Turn the fuel valve to “OFF”.
D Remove the spark plug.
D Loosen the carburetor drain screw
(1) or remove bowl drain (2).
D For two stroke engines, remove
crankcase drain screw as on page
148.
D Turn the engine over several times
with electric start.
D Dry the spark plug and reinstall or
replace with a new plug.
D Tighten the carburetor drain screw
(1) or reinstall carburetor drain (2).
D Reinstall crankcase drain.
D Turn the fuel valve to “ON”.
D Attempt to start the engine. If nec-
essary repeat the “drying” procedure.
D Take the machine to your dealer for
service as soon as possible whether
you succeed in starting it or not.
If water has been ingested into the PVT follow the procedure on
page 90 to dry out the PVT.
If your ATV becomes immersed, take it to your dealer before
starting the engine. Major engine damage can result if the
machine is not thoroughly inspected.
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