BASIC PROCEDURES
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NOTICE If vehicle does not move when throttle is applied,
stop engine, remove tether cord cap from the engine cut-off
switch, then do the following.
- Check if skis are stuck on the ground. Lift one ski at a
time by the handle, then put it down.
- Check if track is stuck on the ground. Lift rear of snowmo-
bile enough to clear track from the ground, then drop.
- Check rear suspension for hard snow or ice accumulation
that could interfere with track rotation. Clean the area.
CAUTION
Beware of injuries by using proper lifting techniques, notably
using your legs force. Do not attempt to lift the rear of vehicle
if it is above your limits.
WARNING
Make sure tether cord cap is removed before standing in
front the vehicle, getting close to the track or rear suspen-
sion components.
Note: Warm-up is electronically controlled. During this period
(up to 10 minutes depending on ambient temperature), engine
RPM is limited.
Reverse (RER)
When the engine is running, depressing the RER button will
slow down engine RPM to almost a stop and advance the
ignition timing to invert crankshaft rotation.
- Engine will automatically shift into forward when restarting
after stopping or stalling.
- Shifting procedure will take place only when the engine is
running.
- If engine is running at a speed above 4300 RPM, the
function of the RER button is disabled.
- It is recommended to warm up the engine to its normal
operating temperature before shifting.