FEATURES AND CONTROLS Choke The choke assists in starting a cold engine. Refer to the engine starting procedure on page 36 for correct choke and throttle settings during start- ing. Fuel Tank Cap Always refuel with the engine stopped, and outdoors or in a well ventilated area. Refuel on a level surface. Use POLARIS Carbon Clean fuel treatment at each fill. Follow the mixing directions on the container. See page 98 for the part numbers of POLARIS products. Use either leaded or unleaded gaso- line with a minimum pump octane number of 87=(R+ M/2) octane. Non-ethanol fuel is recommended. Do not use fuel with ethanol content greater than 10 percent, such as E-85 fuel.
Fuel Tank Cap Fuel Valve Fuel Valve The fuel valve is located on the left side of the vehicle. ON: For normal operation. OFF: For vehicle storage and when transporting. RES: Turn the valve to the reserve setting if the main fuel supply is exhausted. Refuel as soon as possible. Return the valve to the ON position after refueling. Reserve fuel range is about 7-10 miles (11-16 km). OFF ON RES Fuel Filter The in-line fuel filter should be replaced by your dealer after every 100 hours of operation or annually. Do not attempt to clean the fuel filter. 30