Polaris 2003 MSX owner manual What To Do

Pre-Operation Inspection

Item	What To Do
Bilge	Drain water from the bilge before
	putting the craft in the water.
Fuel/oil tank	Check fuel/oil; add as necessary;
levels	inspect for presence of water.
Jet pump	Inspect and remove any debris;
water intake	ensure intake grate is secure;
	push rear of craft up and down in
	the water to flush sand out of wa-
	ter intake before starting.
Throttle	Check for proper operation.
Steering	Check for proper operation; in-
	spect control cable.
Fire extinguisher	Inspect condition/expiration date.
Storage	Check and secure latches.
compartment
Engine cover	Remove and ventilate engine
(seat)	compartment before starting
	engine. Re-secure latches.

	OPERATION
Item	What To Do
Battery	Check fluid level/condition; vent
	hose must be clear and open.
Hull	Inspect hull for damage or cracks;
	clean off any marine growth.
Drain plugs/bilge	Inspect; clean; be sure each plug
	is tight, secure and doesn’t leak.
Loose parts/	Inspect for loose parts/hoses and
hoses	connections; tighten as needed.
Seat	Check and secure latches.
Loose ropes/	Be sure that there are no loose
straps/clothing/	ropes, straps, clothing, etc.;
long hair	Long hair is tied back and se-
	cured.
Riding gear	Check operator and passenger
	for complete gear and proper fit.
Switches/buttons	Check for proper operation.
Lanyard cord/	Check condition and operation.
stop switch
Reverse System	Check for proper operation.

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