Starting The Engine; Starting A Cold Engine - Polaris PTV 4x4 Series 10 Owner's Manual

Starting the Engine

Starting a Cold Engine

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.
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface. Place the transmission in
neutral and lock the parking brake.
2. Turn the fuel tank valve to on.
3. Sit on the vehicle.
4. Pull the choke knob out until it
stops (1).
NOTE: The variable choke is fully
on when the knob is pulled out all the way. 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.
5. Turn the engine stop switch to run.
NOTE: Do not press the throttle while starting the engine.
6. Turn the ignition key past the on position to engage the starter.
Activate the starter for a maximum of five seconds, releasing the
switch when the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start, release
the starter and wait five seconds. Activate the starter for another
five seconds if necessary. Repeat this procedure until the engine
starts.
7. If the engine slows or stops, position the choke knob half way in to
allow proper engine warm-up.
8. Vary the engine RPM slightly with the throttle to aid in warm-up.
When the engine idles smoothly, push the choke completely in.
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine
damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before
operating the vehicle.
WARNING
CAUTION
OPERATION
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