OPERATING IN DEEP SNOW
If the snowmobile becomes stuck in snow, clear the running board area of snow,
then step down the snow in front of the snowmobile so that when the throttle is
opened, the snowmobile will be able to climb up and over the snow.
DRIVING DOWNHILL
When riding downhill, shift your weight to the rear of the snowmobile and reduce
your speed to a minimum. Apply just enough throttle to keep the clutch engaged,
allowing the engine's compression to help slow the snowmobile and keep it from
rolling freely downhill.
WARNING
When driving on long downhill stretches, pump the brakes. Riding the brakes
may cause the brake system to overheat, which may result in brake failure.
Excessive or repetitive use of the brakes for high speed stops will also cause
an overheated brake system. This condition may lead to a sudden loss of
brakes and/or fire and may result in serious injury or death.
DRIVING IN HILLY TERRAIN
WARNING
Climbing a hill or crossing the face of a slope may result in loss of balance and
snowmobile rollover, causing serious injury or death. Use caution and good
judgement when driving in hilly terrain.
Use extra caution when operating in hilly terrain. If climbing a hill is unavoidable,
keep your weight low and forward. If you must cross the face of a slope, keep
your weight on the uphill side of the snowmobile to maintain proper balance and
avoid possible roll-over.
Slow down when reaching the crest of a hill. Be prepared to react to obstacles,
sharp drops or other people or vehicles that may be on the other side of the hill.
If you're unable to continue up a hill, turn the snowmobile downhill before it loses
momentum. If this isn't possible, spin the track just enough to dig in to prevent it
from rolling back down the hill. Stop the engine and set the parking brake (if
equipped). Keeping away from the downhill side of the snowmobile, pull the rear
of the snowmobile around and point the front end and skis downhill. Remount
the snowmobile, restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the
hill carefully.
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