Polaris 2003 MSX owner manual Your Responsibilities, Do Your Part

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Do Your Part

Riding your Polaris watercraft will be an enjoyable experience for you, your family and friends, but we must all do our part to ride safely and protect our environment so we can continue to enjoy this sport for many years. Please show respect for our waterways, our wildlife and other people.

Know Your Vehicle

As the operator of the vehicle, you are responsible for your personal safety, the safety of others, and the protection of our environment. Read and understand your owner’s manual, which discusses all aspects of your vehicle, including safe operating procedures.

Take Safety Training

When you purchased your new Polaris watercraft, you received a watercraft safety video and an owner’s manual. Please review this information on a regular basis. All operators and passengers should read and understand the owner’s manual before riding.

Store the manual in a waterproof bag in one of the storage areas on the watercraft. If the vehicle is sold, the owner’s manual and video should remain with it. If your owner’s manual is lost or missing, see a Polaris dealer for a replacement.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Obey the Rules

Familiarize yourself with all boating laws and regulations in your area. Ride only in areas approved for personal watercraft. Avoid riding near waterfront homes, wildlife areas, other boats and swimmers.

Respect Your Neighbors

Some people may find the sound of your watercraft disturbing. Avoid making excessive noise when riding, and don’t make any modifications to your watercraft that may increase the sound or emission level.

Use Care When Refueling

When refueling in or near the water, use care to avoid spilling fuel. If you do spill, wipe it up promptly and dispose of the soiled towels appropriately.

Use Biodegradable Products

Choose biodegradable products for cleaning your watercraft. Avoid environmentally harmful aerosol sprays, and dispose of used products and containers appropriately. Never place used oil and other chemicals (including soiled towels) in the trash, on the ground or down a drain. Contact your local or state office of public works to find out how to dispose of these wastes in your area.

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Contents MSX Page We’ve created a web site, just for YOU Page Polaris Recreational Vehicles WelcomePolaris Professional Series Workmobilest Table of Contents Do Your Part Your ResponsibilitiesAge Restrictions Maintenance RequirementsIdentification Numbers Signal Words and Symbols SafetySafety Decals Safety To Avoid Collisions Righting Capsized Boat Located on the engine water manifold Informational DecalsOperator Guidelines Operator SafetySafety Suit/Shoes/Gloves Safe Riding GearPersonal Floatation Device Eye ProtectionOverloading the Watercraft Fire SafetyProtective Apparel Weather and DarknessObstacles and Shallow Water Turning and Accelerating Service and MaintenancePre-Operation Check Lifting the Watercraft Jet Pump Water Intake SafetyElectrical Shock Hazard Safe Riding PositionOperator Fitness Operator AwarenessBoating Under the Influence To avoid hypothermia Vehicle ModificationsOperator Fatigue and Dehydration HypothermiaExhaust Outlet Reverse Gate Features and Controls911 Reverse Operation Handle Features and Controls Engine Components under seat Engine Components New Generation Instrument NGI Accessible FunctionsPrimary Functions Function Overview Instrument Operation Display ModeCheck Engine Display WarningsRPM Limiter Standard Equipment AccessoriesOptional Equipment EPA Emissions Regulations EmissionsCalifornia Star Labels Two Stars Very Low Emission One Star Low EmissionThree Stars Ultra Low Emission Pre-Operation Inspection OperationWhat To Do Fuel Refueling Oil Ride Plate Impeller Drive Shaft Jet Pump IntakeThrottle SteeringEngine and Storage Compartments Seat Loose PartsFire Extinguisher Battery Drain Plugs and Bilge HullRiding Gear Switches/Buttons Principles of Operation Engine Break-in ProcedureOperation Give-way Vessel Navigational RulesRight-of-way and Give-way Stand-on VesselEncountering Vessels RuleMeeting Vessels Crossing Paths Overtaking VesselsFishing Vessel Right-of-Way Non-Motorized CraftReading Buoys and Markers Avoid CollisionsLaunch Ramp Etiquette Stopping the Engine Launching the WatercraftStarting the Engine Before Starting the EngineIf the Engine Doesn’t Start Boarding and Starting in Deep Water Operator Only Boarding the WatercraftBoarding With a Passenger Turning the Watercraft Reverse OperationStopping the Watercraft Beaching the Watercraft Operating in Rough Conditions Towing a Disabled Watercraft Righting a Capsized Watercraft Operating With Passengers Daily Care Post Operation MaintenanceOperation Temporary Storage Transporting The Watercraft Submerged Waterlogged Engine Anti-Corrosion TreatmentEngine Water Removal Procedure General Maintenance Maintenance and LubricationMaintenance Schedule Key Periodic Maintenance ScheduleDescription Fuel System Hull / Deck / Steering / Controls Drive Line Steering Cable Joints and Inner WireLubrication Throttle CableSteering Handle Pivot Shaft Seat Latch And Hooks Steering Nozzle Pivot ShaftThrottle Body And Oil Injection Pump Electrical ConnectionsSpark Plugs Maintenance and Lubrication Hull and Deck Care Polaris Nature Oil Synthetic Lubricant OilPolaris VES II Synthetic Lubricant Polaris Premium Gold Synthetic LubricantFuses Steering Cable InspectionThrottle Cable Inspection Antidote BatteryBattery Maintenance and Charging Replenishing Battery FluidBattery Removal Battery Charging Battery Storage Battery InstallationJet Pump Water Inlet Screen Salt Water and Unclean Water CareCooling System Flushing Engine and Exhaust System Draining Extended StorageWatercraft Engine Fogging Procedure Cleaning Lubrication Engine Doesn’t Turn Over Engine TroubleshootingEngine Turns Over But Doesn’t Start Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires Possible Weak Spark Cause SolutionEngine Backfires Engine OverheatsEngine Pings or Knocks Engine Loses PowerUnusual Noise or Vibration From Propulsion System Engine RPM is Too High With Limited SpeedOil and Lubricants Polaris ProductsCapacities / Dimensions SpecificationsPropulsion Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance WarrantyWarranty Policy Engine Oil HOW to Obtain Warranty ServicePolaris Watercraft Engines California Emission Control System Limited WarrantyOWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities 109 Emissions Index111