RIDING THE VEHICLE
2. Check the engine cut-off switch (by
pulling tether cord cap) and e mer-
gency engine stop switch opera-
tion.
3. Release parking brake.
4. Refer to the
VEHICLE WARM UP
section and follow instructions.
Pre-Ride Check List
ITEM OPERATION
✔
BODY INCLUDING SEAT,
FOOTRESTS, LIGH TS, AIR
FILTER, CONTROLS AND
INSTRUMENTS
Check condition and remove snow or ice.
SKIS AND STEERING ACTION
Check for free movement and proper operation.
FUEL AND INJECTION OIL (IF
APPLICABLE)
Check for proper level and no leaks.
COOLANT
Check for proper level and no leaks.
BRAKE FLUID
Check for proper level and no leaks.
STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Check for proper latching and no heavy or
breakable objects.
TRACK
Check condition and remove snow or ice.
For studded tracks, see
INSPECTION
in the
TRACTION ENHANCING PRODUCTS
subsection.
THROTTLE LEVER
Check for proper operatio n.
BRAKE LEVER
Check for proper operatio n.
PARKING BRAKE, BRAKE
Check for proper operatio n.
EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP
SWITCH AND ENGINE
CUT-OFF SWITCH (TETHER
CORD CAP)
Check for proper action. Tether cord must be
attached to operator clothing eyelet.
LIGHTS
Check for proper operatio n.
SKI RUNNERS
Check for proper operatio n.
SLIDER SHOES
Check for proper operatio n.
DRIVE BELT
Check for cracks, fraying or abnormal wear.
How to Ride
Riding Gear
Proper snowmobile clothing should
be worn. It should be comfortable
andnottootight. Alwayscheckthe
weather forecast before going on a
ride. Dress for the coldest weather
expected. Thermal underwear next to
theskinalsoprovidesagoodinsula-
tion.
Wear an approved helmet at all times
for safety and comfort. They pro-
vide both warmth and reduce injury.
A stocking type cap, balaclava and
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SAFETY INF
ORMATION
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