Starting The Engine - Polaris 120 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety

ADULT SECTION
Operation

Starting the Engine

Never start the snowmobile without checking all components to be sure
of proper operation. Refer to the Pre-Ride Check beginning on page
27.
Starting a Cold Engine
1. Turn the key to ON.
2. Pull the engine stop switch (shut-off switch) up to the RUN
position.
3. Pull the choke lever completely outward to the FULL ON position.
NOTE: Do not depress the throttle while starting.
4. Grasp the starter handle and pull slowly until the recoil engages,
then pull abruptly to start.
CAUTION
Extending the starter rope too far or allowing it to snap back into
the housing will cause damage to the recoil assembly. Do not
extend the starter rope to its maximum length, and do not drop
the rope handle during starting.
5. If the engine slows or stops, position the choke knob half way in to
allow proper engine warm-up.
6. Apply the brakes and vary the engine RPM slightly with the
throttle to aid in warm-up. When the engine idles smoothly, push
the choke all the way in.
NOTE: To prevent excessive wear on the clutch components, don't
engage the clutch while performing the warm-up.
Starting a Warm Engine
1. Turn the key to ON.
2. Pull the engine stop switch (shut-off switch) up to RUN.
3. Grasp the starter rope handle and pull slowly until the recoil
engages, then pull abruptly to start.
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