What To Do | Polaris 2003 MSX instruction

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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Contents

MSX Page We’ve created a web site, just for YOU Page Polaris Professional Series Workmobilest WelcomePolaris Recreational Vehicles Table of Contents Do Your Part Your Responsibilities Age Restrictions Maintenance Requirements Identification Numbers Signal Words and Symbols Safety Safety Decals Safety To Avoid Collisions Righting Capsized Boat Located on the engine water manifold Informational Decals Operator Guidelines Operator Safety Safety Personal Floatation Device Safe Riding GearEye Protection Suit/Shoes/Gloves Overloading the Watercraft Fire Safety Protective Apparel Weather and Darkness Obstacles and Shallow Water Pre-Operation Check Service and MaintenanceTurning and Accelerating Electrical Shock Hazard Jet Pump Water Intake SafetySafe Riding Position Lifting the Watercraft Boating Under the Influence Operator AwarenessOperator Fitness Operator Fatigue and Dehydration Vehicle ModificationsHypothermia To avoid hypothermia Exhaust Outlet Reverse Gate Features and Controls 911 Reverse Operation Handle Features and Controls Engine Components under seat Engine Components Primary Functions Accessible FunctionsNew Generation Instrument NGI Function Overview Instrument Operation Display Mode Check Engine Display Warnings RPM Limiter Optional Equipment AccessoriesStandard Equipment California Star Labels EmissionsEPA Emissions Regulations Three Stars Ultra Low Emission One Star Low EmissionTwo Stars Very Low Emission Pre-Operation Inspection Operation What To Do Fuel Refueling Oil Ride Plate Impeller Drive Shaft Jet Pump Intake Engine and Storage Compartments SteeringThrottle Fire Extinguisher Loose PartsSeat Battery Riding Gear HullDrain Plugs and Bilge Switches/Buttons Principles of Operation Engine Break-in Procedure Operation Right-of-way and Give-way Navigational RulesStand-on Vessel Give-way Vessel Meeting Vessels RuleEncountering Vessels Crossing Paths Overtaking Vessels Fishing Vessel Right-of-Way Non-Motorized Craft Launch Ramp Etiquette Avoid CollisionsReading Buoys and Markers Stopping the Engine Launching the Watercraft Starting the Engine Before Starting the Engine If the Engine Doesn’t Start Boarding and Starting in Deep Water Operator Only Boarding the Watercraft Boarding With a Passenger Turning the Watercraft Reverse Operation Stopping the Watercraft Beaching the Watercraft Operating in Rough Conditions Towing a Disabled Watercraft Righting a Capsized Watercraft Operating With Passengers Daily Care Post Operation Maintenance Operation Temporary Storage Transporting The Watercraft Submerged Waterlogged Engine Anti-Corrosion Treatment Engine Water Removal Procedure General Maintenance Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Schedule Key Periodic Maintenance Schedule Description Fuel System Hull / Deck / Steering / Controls Lubrication Steering Cable Joints and Inner WireThrottle Cable Drive Line Throttle Body And Oil Injection Pump Seat Latch And Hooks Steering Nozzle Pivot ShaftElectrical Connections Steering Handle Pivot Shaft Spark Plugs Maintenance and Lubrication Hull and Deck Care Polaris VES II Synthetic Lubricant OilPolaris Premium Gold Synthetic Lubricant Polaris Nature Oil Synthetic Lubricant Throttle Cable Inspection Steering Cable InspectionFuses Battery Maintenance and Charging BatteryReplenishing Battery Fluid Antidote Battery Removal Battery Charging Battery Storage Battery Installation Jet Pump Water Inlet Screen Salt Water and Unclean Water Care Cooling System Flushing Engine and Exhaust System Draining Extended Storage Watercraft Engine Fogging Procedure Cleaning Lubrication Engine Turns Over But Doesn’t Start Engine TroubleshootingEngine Doesn’t Turn Over Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires Possible Weak Spark Cause Solution Engine Backfires Engine Overheats Engine Pings or Knocks Engine Loses Power Unusual Noise or Vibration From Propulsion System Engine RPM is Too High With Limited Speed Oil and Lubricants Polaris Products Capacities / Dimensions Specifications Propulsion Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Warranty Warranty Policy Engine Oil HOW to Obtain Warranty Service Polaris Watercraft Engines California Emission Control System Limited Warranty OWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities 109 Emissions Index 111