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EXTENDED STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION
Cleaning
1.
Remove the drain plug and clean the bilge and engine area with hot water and
mild detergent (such as dish soap) or with bilge cleaner. Rinse and drain
thoroughly. Wipe up remaining water with clean dry shop cloths. Do not use
abrasive cleaners. Store the watercraft with the drain plug removed and the
seat propped open slightly to inhibit condensation from forming in the engine
compartment.
2.
Spray the engine compartment with a protector and lubricant PN 2871064.
3.
Wash the exterior of the watercraft with fresh water and a mild detergent.
Rinse thoroughly.
4.
Inspect and thoroughly clean the jet pump intake, outlet and impeller area. If
damage to these areas is visible have it serviced by an authorized Polaris
dealer.
Never clean the watercraft with strong detergents, abrasives, degreasers, paint
thinner, acetone, window cleaners, ammonia or products containing alcohol. They
can damage finishes, decals, vinyl and plastics and accelerate UV breakdown
which could cause color change and premature deterioration of parts.
5.
After cleaning, protect and shinethe watercraft using a regular furniture polish
or non-abrasive silicone wax. Protect the seat and handlebar unit with a vinyl
protector.
6.
Spray the exterior of the engine with a protector and lubricant PN 2871 064.
7.
Cover the watercraft with an opaque tarp or your Polaris watercraft cover and
store it in a clean, dry place.
Lubrication
1.
Remove the spark plugs and pour about one tablespoon of Polaris TC-W3 or
two cycle oil into each cylinder.
2.
Inspect (change if necessary) and grease the spark plug threads and install
the spark plugs.
3.
Lubricate choke, throttle, and steering cables. See page
60.
4.
Lubricate all areas recommended in the maintenance section beginning on
page 60.
5.
Remove and store the battery properly. See recommendations on pages
67-70.
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