2000 Polaris Universal ATV Owners Manual - Page 62

CONTROL AND PARTS FUNCTIONS Drain the recoil housing after operating the ATV in very wet conditions. This should also be done before storing the ATV. The drain screw is located at the bottom of the recoil housing. Remove the screw with a 10mm wrench. Reinstall screw once housing has been drained. CAUTION: Make sure the manual start handle is fully seated on the recoil housing, especially when travelling in wet areas. If it is not sealed properly, water may enter the recoil housing and damage components. Water will enter the recoil housing if the starter handle is disengaged from the rope guide when under water. After travelling in wet areas the recoil housing and starter should always be drained completely by removing the recoil. Do not open the crankcase drain unless the engine has ingested water. On 4-cycle engines, some engine oil will be lost if crankcase drain is opened. On the Trail Blazer, the recoil handle must be behind the heat shield for it to seal properly. If it is not sealed properly, water may enter the recoil housing and damage components. 250 and 400 Engines Crankcase Drain Recoil Drain Starter Pinion Drain Counter Balance Drain (400s Only) 4-Cycle Engines Crankcase Drain Recoil Drain (above front propshaft on shaft drive models) 54