Operation; Starting The Engine - Polaris Dragon Owner's Manual

Starting the Engine

Before starting the engine, always refer to all safety warnings pertaining to
snowmobile operation. Never start your snowmobile without checking all
components to be sure of proper operation. See Before Starting the Engine
beginning on page 55.
1. Turn the key to the ON position.
2. Pull the engine stop switch up to the RUN position.
3. If equipped with electric start, turn the key to START to crank the
engine. Release the key to the ON position when the engine starts.
4. If not equipped with electric start, grasp the starter handle and pull
slowly until the recoil engages; then pull abruptly to crank the
engine.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after several attempts, slightly
depress the throttle (no more than 1/4
the engine. When the engine starts, immediately release the
throttle.
Don't pull the starter rope to the fully extended position and don't allow it to
snap back into the housing. Damage may result.
To avoid injury and/or engine damage, do not operate the electric starter or
pull-rope starter while the engine is running.
WARNING
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