Ski-Doo Scandic WT 550F User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4. Apply throttle until drive pulley en-
gages. Drive at low speed the first
two or three minutes.
NOTICE
If vehicle does not move
when throttle is applied, stop en-
gine, remove tether cord from the
engine cutout 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 snowmobile
enough to clear track from the
ground, then drop.
– Check rear suspension for hard
snow or ice accumulation that
could interfere with track rota-
tion. 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 re-
moved before standing in front the
vehicle, getting close to the track
or rear suspension components.
Shutting Off the Engine
Release throttle lever and wait until en-
gine has returned to idle speed.
Shutofftheengineusingeitherignition
switch, emergency engine stop switch
or tether cord.
WARNING
Alwaysremove the tether cord and
ignition key when vehicle is not in
operation in order to prevent acci-
dental engine starting or to
avoid
unauthorized use by children or
others or theft.
Gearbox Operation
Refer to shift pattern decal on the vehi-
cle.
NOTICE
– Always put gearbox in 1
st
gear
when pulling a load.
– Always put gearbox in Neutral (N)
when parked.
– Come to a complete stop and hold
brake before shifting to or from
reverse. Wait until the reverse
alarm sounds before operating
throttle.
Neutral
When set in Neutral (N), the gearbox
disengages the pulleys from the track.
Shifting in Reverse
To engage reverse gear, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Apply and hold brake. Remain
seated, refer to
RIDER POSITION
(REVERSE OPERATION)
for pos-
ture information.
3. With engine at idle speed, select
reverse (R) gear using the gearshift
lever.
4. Wait until reverse beeper sounds,
then gently depress throttle lever.
WARNING
The reverse speed is not limited.
Always proceed with caution as
fast reverse could result in loss of
vehicle stability. Always remain
seated. Ensure the path behind is
clear of obstacles or bystanders
before proceeding.
Shifting in Forward
There are two forward gears.
To engage a forward gear, proceed as
follows:
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.
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Ski-Doo Scandic WT 550F Specifications

General

Brand	Ski-Doo
Model	Scandic WT 550F
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English