2011 Polaris 550 IQ Shift Owners Manual - Page 51
2011 Polaris 550 IQ Shift Manual
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OPERATION Starting the Engine NOTICE: Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious engine damage, especially if the transmission is in reverse. Never engage the starter when the engine is running. 1. Turn the fuel valve on. See page 27. 2. Turn the key to the ON position. 3. Pull the engine stop switch up to the RUN position. 4. If starting a cold engine, flip the choke toggle to FULL CHOKE. Do not use the choke if starting a warm engine. Do not depress the throttle until the engine starts. CHOKE POSITIONS OFF 1/2 CHOKE FULL CHOKE CAUTION! To avoid injury and/or engine damage, do not operate the electric starter or pull-rope starter while the engine is running. NOTICE: 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. 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 CHOKE position. 47