Starting The Engine - Polaris 120 Dragon Owner's Manual

Operation

Starting the Engine

Never start the engine before performing the Pre-Ride Check. See pages
19 and 25.
1. Pull the engine stop switch up to the RUN position.
2. Do not use the choke when starting a warm engine. If the engine is
cold, pull the choke lever completely out to the FULL ON position.
NOTE:
Do not apply throttle while starting.
3. Grasp the starter handle and pull slowly until the recoil engages,
then pull abruptly to start the engine.
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.
4. If the engine slows or stops, position the choke knob half way in.
5. 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
knob all the way in.
NOTE:
To prevent excessive wear on the clutch components, don't engage
the clutch while performing the warm-up.
CAUTION
ADULT SECTION
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