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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Extended Storage
When the watercraft will not be used for a month or
more, preventive maintenance is required to keep
components from deteriorating. An authorized Polaris
dealer can do the required preventive maintenance or
you can do it yourself with a minimum of tools.
NOTE:
Fogging the engine is not required.
Perform all of the procedures outlined in this section of
your owner’s manual before storing the watercraft. See
page 101 for part numbers of Polaris products.
Flush the Cooling System
Flush the freshwater loop cooling system as outlined
on page 82.
Adjust Coolant/Water Ratio
If your watercraft is stored at temperatures below --26
°
F (--32
°
C), adjust the coolant to a higher concentration
of propylene glycol. A 60% glycol and 40%
de-ionized water mixture will provide freeze protection
to --54
°
F (--48
°
C).
Always return coolant to the 50/50 ratio before
operating the watercraft in conditions above --26
°
F
(--32
°
C) as the more concentrated coolant may cause
engine damage at warmer temperatures.
Drain the Exhaust
Engine draining is automatic, but the exhaust system
must be drained by revving the engine to expel excess
water. To avoid engine damage, never operate the
engine for more than five seconds while the watercraft
is out of the water.
Add Fuel Stabilizer
1. Fill the fuel tank.
2. Start and briefly rev the engine (five seconds or
less).
3. Add fuel stabilizer to the full fuel tank.
4. Reinstall the fuel cap, but leave it loose to prevent
condensation from forming in the fuel tank.
Lubricate
1. Lubricate the throttle and steering cables as
outlined on page 83.
2. Lubricate all areas recommended in the
maintenance section beginning on page 73.
3. Remove and store the battery as outlined
beginning on page 89.
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