Initial Cold Starting - BOMBARDIER Outlander 400 Operator's Manual

Initial Cold Starting

Insert key in ignition switch and turn to ON.
Place the engine stop switch to RUN.
In cold weather, under 0°C (32°F), place the
choke lever in full position.
V07I09Z
TYPICAL
1. Full choke position
Press the start button and hold until the en-
gine starts.
CAUTION: Do not hold the start button more
than 30 seconds. A rest period should be ob-
served between the cranking cycles to let the
starter cool down. Pay attention not to dis-
charge the battery.
NOTE: The throttle can be used to help start-
ing the engine faster. Press the throttle lever
slightly; If it is pressed too much, the choke
system will not be activated.
Release the start button immediately when
the engine has started.
1
After a few seconds, move the choke lever
from full choke position to an intermediate po-
sition until the best engine RPM is achieved.
NOTE: Over using the choke may flood the
engine and make it hard to start. Refer to
SPECIAL PROCEDURES if it occurs.
When the engine is warm, push the choke le-
ver to OFF, and release brakes.
V07I08Z
TYPICAL
1. OFF position
1
87