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OPERATION
Post Operation Maintenance
Battery Information
If the watercraft battery is run down, remove it and have it recharged.
Refer to battery charging recommendations and service procedures
beginning on page 90.
Submerged (Waterlogged) Engine
If the engine becomes water-flooded, tow the craft to shore and
immediately perform the following procedures.
1. Remove the watercraft from the water.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the water from the bilge and
bring the watercraft to an authorized Polaris dealer for service.
NOTE: Only mechanically experienced individuals should attempt to
remove water from a waterlogged engine. Use the procedure on page
77. All others should take the watercraft to an authorized Polaris dealer
for service. If this is not possible, call your P olaris dealer for further
instructions.
A weak battery may not be able to start the engine and could leave
you stranded, which could result in severe injury or death. Never
operate the watercraft with a weak battery.
WARNING
Severe engine damage could result if the engine is operated with
air or water in the lines. If the watercraft has remained in a 180°
(capsized) position for more than two minutes, all fuel and oil lines
must be inspected for water and/or air . Do not attempt to start the
engine.
CAUTION