Operator`s manual

SAFETY MEASURES
Observe the following
precautions:
• Throttle mechanism should be check-
ed for free movement before starting
engine.
• The snowmobile engine can
be stop-
ped
by activating the emergency cut-
out or tether switches or turning off
the key.
• Clean and check operation of the head-
light tail light and brake light.
• Engine should be running only when
belt guard and/or pulley guard
is se-
cured
in place.
•
Never run the engine without drive belt
installed. Running
an unloaded engine
can prove to
be dangerous.
• Never run the engine when the track
is raised off the ground.
• It
can be dangerous to run engine with
the hood removed.
• Gasoline
is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Always ma-
nipulate
in a well ventilated area. Do
not smoke or allow open flames or
sparks
in the vicinity. If gasoline fumes
are noticed while driving, the cause
should
be determined and corrected
without delay.
• Maintain your vehicle
in top mechan-
ical condition at all times.
• Your snowmobile
is not designed to
be driven or operated on black top,
bare earth, or other abrasive surfaces.
On such surfaces abnormal and ex-
cessive wear
of critical parts is inevi-
table.
• Your snowmobile
is not designed to
be operated on public streets, road or
highways.
In most States and Prov-
inces, it
is considered an illegal oper-
ation.
• Installation
of other than standard
equipment, including ski-spreaders,
bumpers, pack racks, etc., could se-
verely
affect the stability and safety
of your vehicle. Avoid adding on ac-
cessories that alter the basic vehicle
configuration.
• Whenever the vehicle
is parked out-
doors, overnight or for a long period,
it
is suggested to protect it against
the inclemency of the weather with a
snowmobile cover.
• Do not lubricate throttle and/or brake
cables and housings.
• Only perform procedures
as detailed
in this manual. Unless otherwise spec-
ified, engine should
be turned OFF for
all lubrication and maintenance proce-
dures.
• The Stratos model
is designed for the
driver only. No provisions have been
made for a passenger.
• Should removal of a nylon lock nut
be
required when undergoing repairs/dis-
assembly, always replace by new ones.
Tighten as specified in the applicable
Shop Manual.
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
IN THIS
MANUAL AND ON THE VEHICLE.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD REMAIN WITH THE VEHICLE
AT THE TIME OF RESALE.
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