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Operation, Starting the engine – Polaris 2011 Ranger 400 User Manual

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OPERATION

Starting the Engine

1. Always start the engine outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

2. Turn the fuel valve on.

3. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt. Secure the cab nets.

4. Apply the brakes. Place the transmission in PARK.

5. Do not use the choke if starting

a warm engine. Excessive use
of the choke can cause spark
plugs to become wet fouled.

6. If the engine is cold, pull the

choke knob out until it stops.

7. Turn the ignition key to START.

Engage the starter for a maxi-
mum of five seconds. Release
the key when the engine starts.
Turn the key to the LIGHTS
ON position before driving.

8. Do not press the throttle pedal

while starting the engine. If the
engine does not start within five
seconds, release the ignition
switch and wait five seconds.
Repeat steps 7 and 8 until the
engine starts.

Choke

Knob

FULL ON

HALF ON

OFF