Polaris 600 HO Switchback Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
Starting a Cold Engine
Do not depress the throttle until the
engine starts.
1. Turn the fuel valve on. See page 29.
2. Turn the key to the ON position.
3. Pull the engine stop switch up to the
RUN position.
4. Flip the choke toggle to FULL ON.
5. 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.
6. If not equipped with electric start, grasp the starter handle and pull
slowly until the recoil engages; then pull abruptly to crank the
engine.
7. Repeat the cranking procedure as needed until the engine starts.
8. After the engine starts, flip the choke toggle to the OFF position. If
the engine slows or wants to stop, use intermittent choking to the
HALF ON position.
WARNING
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 59.
WARNING
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.
CHOKE
TOGGLE POSITIONS
FULL ON
HALF ON
OFF