Special Procedures; Capsized Watercraft; Submerged Engine - Polaris SLT780 1996 Owner's Safety And Maintenance Manual

SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Capsized Watercraft
1.
To prevent major engine damage
when the watercraft is capsized, be
sure the engine is stopped
immediately. The engine will
overheat if running while capsized.
2. Upright the vehicle immediately by
turning it in a clockwise direction (as
viewed from rear) only!
3.
Swim to the rear of the vehicle; board
and start it according to directions.
4. If the engine does not start shortly after being uprighted make no further
attempts to start it. Severe engine damage could result.
5.
Follow the procedures for submerged (waterlogged) engine.
This watercraft does not right itself if it has been capsized. The operator and pas-
senger must know how to right the watercraft or they could become stranded. Se-
vere engine damage could also result from not righting a capsized watercraft as
soon as possible.
If the watercraft has remained in a 180" (capsized) position for more than two min-
utes all fuel and oil lines must be inspected for presence of water and/or air. Severe
engine damage could result if the engine is operated with air or water in the lines.
Submerged (Waterlogged) Engine
If the engine becomes water-flooded, follow these procedures immediately. If wa-
ter is left in the engine it will cause severe engine damage.
1.
Remove the watercraft from the water. Remove the drain plug and empty the
water out of the bilge.
2.
Take the watercraft to an authorized Polaris dealer immediately. If this is not
possible call himlher immediately.