Polaris FST Touring - Manual (Page 79)

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OPERATION
Emergency Starting
If the battery is too weak to start the engine, and a battery charger is
not available, the engine can be started using jumper cables and a
charged battery from another vehicle. Carefully read and follow the
instructions below.
WARNING
Improperly connecting or disconnecting jumper cables can result
in an explosion and cause serious injury or death. When
connecting jumper cables, always connect the negative (usually
black) cable last. When removing jumper cables, always
disconnect the negative (usually black) cable first.
WARNING
Loose-fitting clothing can get caught in the engine when the
vehicle is running with the hood open. This can cause serious
injury or death. Remove or control all items that could catch in
the engine, including scarves, gloves, jackets and clothing straps
and hooks.
NOTE: If a car or truck battery will be used to jump start the
snowmobile, turn the engine off. A running engine will put
out too much electrical current for the snowmobile battery.
NOTE: Never attempt to jump start a discharged battery that is
frozen.
1. Always wear eye protection when jump starting your vehicle.
2. Keep bystanders away from the vehicles.
3. Perform the emergency starting procedure in a well-ventilated area.
4. Position the vehicles close enough for the jumper cables to reach
easily between the batteries, but do not allow the vehicles to touch
each other.
5. Lock the parking brakes on both vehicles to prevent accidental
movement.
6. Open the hood and remove the left side panel.
7. Decide which of the jumper cables will be positive (usually red or
yellow) and which will be negative (usually black).
NOTE: Never connect a jumper cable to the fuel system or fuel lines.