Polaris 2003 Freedom, Owner'S Safety And Maintenance Manual

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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
4. On DI models, push the starter switch with your left hand while
feathering the throttle (very slight open and close motion) with
your right hand. As soon as the engine starts, release the starter
switch and throttle. Apply just enough throttle to keep the engine
running. Slowly reduce the amount of choke until the engine is
warm and choking is no longer required.
5. On carb models, don’t use the throttle at all for starting. As soon as
the engine starts, release the starter switch, close the choke and
feather the throttle to aid in warm-up.
NOTE:
If the engine was run out of fuel or if the fuel/water separator
bowl was drained, it may take two or three attempts to start the engine.
Do not run the starter for more than ten seconds at a time or damage to
the starter may result.
If the Engine Doesn’t Start
If the engine does not start within 10 seconds, release the starter
switch. Wait 10 seconds before trying again to avoid damaging the
starter.
If the craft is equipped with manual choke, either pull the choke lever
out or move the choke lever in a clockwise direction. If the engine is
already warm, do not use the choke. If the engine does not start after
several attempts, refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual,
beginning on page 100.
Starting the engine immediately generates a forward thrust, which
could cause an unprepared operator to fall from the machine,
causing serious injury or death. Always be seated and alert when
starting the watercraft. Never hold the throttle open while starting.
WARNING
Engaging the starter improperly may cause starter wear and
eventual failure. Do not depress the starter switch while the engine
is running or while the starter is spinning.
CAUTION