2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 38
2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Manual
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OPERATION Starting the Engine WARNING Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can cause loss of consciousness resulting in severe injury or death. Never run an engine in an enclosed area. CAUTION Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before operating the vehicle. Starting a Cold Engine 1. Place the transmission in neutral. 2. Lock the parking brake. 3. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt. NOTE: Do not use the choke before attempting to start the TM model. If the engine does not start on the first attempt without choking, proceed to step 4. 2 3 Do not press the throttle pedal while starting the engine. 1 4. Pull the choke knob (1) all the way out (2). NOTE: CAUTION 4 Do not operate the starter continuously for more than five seconds or the starter will overheat and the battery power will drop temporarily. Wait at least five seconds between each operation of the starter to allow it to cool and to allow battery power recovery. Do not turn the ignition switch key to the START position while the engine is running. Damage to the starter can result. 5. Turn the ignition key to START. 6. If the engine does not start within five seconds, release the ignition switch and wait five seconds. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the engine starts. 7. After the engine starts, push the choke knob in half way (3). 8. Vary the engine RPM slightly with the throttle to aid in warm up until the engine idles smoothly. 9. Push the choke completely in (4). 36