Polaris 2003 MSX - Manual (Page 59)

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OPERATION
Before Starting the Engine
Before starting the engine:
1. View the watercraft safety video provided with the
watercraft.
2. Read and understand this Owner’s Manual.
3. Be familiar with all controls and functions of the
watercraft.
4. Perform the pre-operation check found on page 39.
If you have any questions about the features or controls
of this watercraft, see your Polaris dealer.
Starting the Engine
1. Attach the lanyard wrist band (1) to your left wrist
or PFD.
2. Fasten the lanyard lock plate to the engine stop
switch on the handlebars by pushing the lock plate
around the barrel of the switch. Be sure the lanyard
is not tangled around the handlebars or controls.
NOTE: The engine will not start if the lanyard lock
plate is removed from the engine stop switch.
CAUTION
If the engine is run while the watercraft is in very
shallow water, sand, weeds and debris may be
sucked into the jet intake and could cause
damage to the impeller or injury to bystanders.
Ingesting sand into the cooling system will
cause the engine to overheat, which could lead
to engine damage.
Whenever starting the engine, always be sure
the watercraft is in water at least two feet (60
cm) deep.