Polaris 2005 ATV Scrambler 500 4X4 - Manual (Page 50)

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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.
Starting a Cold Engine
CAUTION
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause
engine damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes
before operating the vehicle.
1. Place the transmission in
neutral and lock the parking
brake. Make sure the fuel
tank valve is on.
2. Sit on the vehicle and pull
the choke knob (1) out until
it stops.
NOTE: If the knob doesn’t stay
where positioned, increase
the tension by rotating the
tension adjusting nut (2)
clockwise.
The variable choke is fully on when the knob is pulled completely out.
The choke is off when the knob is pushed completely in. The choke
can be adjusted gradually, depending on how much choke is needed
for starting. Be sure the choke is off during operation, as excess fuel
washing into the engine oil will increase wear on engine components.
3. Move the engine stop switch to RUN.
NOTE: Do not press the throttle while starting the engine.
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