982 OPERATOR1S MANUAL ® "Trademarks of Bombardier Inc All flghlS reserved 1&) Bcrunatdier Inc 414444200
model serial number purchase date _ warranty expiry date To be completed by dealer at time of sale DEALER IMPRINT AREA Text by: The following are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. Technical Publications After Sales Service Bombardier Inc. Valcourt, Quebec Canada, JOE 2LO BOMBARDIER EVEREST SKI-DOO CITATION ALPINE OLYMPIQUE BLIZZARD T'NT CARRY-BOOSE NORDIK ELAN SKANDIC ELITE G.
INDEX FOREWORD ,............. . , .. , HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE THE 1982 IILIMITED WARRANTY" OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS, , 2 , ........ . .. , ., .. ,.......... LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS. , SAFETY IN MAINTENANCE . , . 3 4 6 ,8 , .. , , 9 CONTROLSIINSTRUMENTS Throttle lever, brake lever, ignition/light switch! headlamp dimmer switch, emergency cut-out switch! decompressor, manual starter handle! primer, tether cutout switch, hood opening, tool box, fuel gauge. , , . .
FOREWORD The operator manual and the Snowmobile handbook have been prepared to acquaint the owner / operator of a new snowmobile with the various vehicle maintenance and safe operating instructions. Each is indispensable for the proper use of the product, and should be kept with the vehicle at all times. Should you have any questions pertaining to the warranty and its application, please consult the "Often Asked Questions" section of this manual, or your selling dealer.
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE The main components of your snowmobile (engine, track and frame) are identified by different serial numbers. It may sometimes become necessary to locate these numbers for warranty purposes or to trace your snowmobile in the event of theft. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER O NOTE: We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company. It will surely help in the event a snowmobile is stolen.
LIMITED WARRANTY 1982 SKI-DOO® SNOWMOBILES 1 - PERIOD BOMBARDIER® INC. as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF FIRST CONSUMER SALES, every 1982 SKI-DOO® snowmobile, sold as NEW AND UNUSED, by an authorized SKI-DOO dealer, for periods of: • 12 consecutive months for ELAN®, CITATION*, EVEREST®, ELlTE®, ALPINE® models. • 90 consecutive days for NORDIK*, SKANDIC*, BLiZZARD® 5500 MX and 9500 MX models subject to the following: 1.
• Vehicles used for racing purposes. • All optional accessories installed on the vehicle. (The normal warranty policy for parts and accessories, if any, applies). • Damage resulting from accident, fire or other casualty, misuse, abuse or neglect. • Damage resulting from modification to the snowmobile not approved in writing by BOMBARDIER.
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Why must my snowmobile be registered? After alii do have my original invoice as proof of when I purchased my snowmobile. A: Your warranty is valid at any authorized dealer of the product. Your registration is the key element in providing the servicing dealer with the necessary data to complete warranty claim forms. This information is also used to notify owners in the event of a safety recall.
Q: What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? A. The customer's responsibilitv includes all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accidents and collision damage, as well as oils, and spark plugs, and incidental or consequential damages costs as explained in the warranty. Q: Are "Genuine" Bombardier replacement parts used in warranty repairs covered by warranty? A: Yes.
LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS ALPINE DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED Kalamalka Lake Road P.O. Box 159 Vernon, British Columbia, Vl T 6M2 (604) 545-1314 British Columbia BROOKS EQUIPMENT LIMITED 1616 King Edward Street P.O. Box 985 Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 2V8 (204) 633-7247 Manitoba, Saskatchewan BOMBARDIER INC. EASTERN CANADA DISTRIBUTION DIVISION Atlantic Branch P.O.
SAFETY IN MAINTENANCE Observe the following precautions: • Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement before starting engine. • Engine should be funning only when pulley guard is secured in place. • Never run 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.
CONTROLS I INSTRUMENTS A) Throttle Control Lever B) Brake Control Lever C) Ignition / Light Switch D) Headlamp Dimmer Switch E) Emergencv Cut-Out Switch F) Decompressor GJ Menuet Starter Handle H) Primer /) Tether Cut-Out Switch C) Ignition I Light Switch OFF ,. ON A) Throttle Control Lever Located on the right side of the handlebar. When compressed, it controls the engine speed and the engagement of the transmission. When released, engine speed returns automatically to idle.
Tether Cut-Out Switch E) Emergency Cut-Out Switch I) A 3 position switch located on the right side of the handlebar. To stop the engine in an emergency, flick the lever to either upper or lower IIOFF" position. To start engine, lever must be in middle "Obl" position The driver of this vehicle should familiarize himself with the function of this device by using it several times on the first outing, thereby being mentally prepared for emergency situations requiring its use. ....
BREAK-IN PERIOD With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile engines, a break-in period is required before running the vehicle at full throttle. Engine manufacturer recommen dation .is 10 t
10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECKLIST .
FUEL MIXING Oil must be added to the gasoline in pre-measured amounts then both oil and gasoline should be thoroughly mixed together before fueling the tank. Recommended Gasoline Use regular leaded or unl~aded sssoline available from all service stations. . . CAUTION: Never experiment ... with different fuel or fuel ratios. Never use naphtha, methanol, gasohol or similar products. Recommended Oil Use concentrated Bombardier snowmobile oil available from your dealer.
3. Replace the container cap and shake the container thoroughly. FUEUOIL MIXING CHARTS (50 to 1 ratio) 25 ~-+-+--l-+.....j-l-+++-+-+--+-t-t-++-t-i-#-t 24 23 22 21 ....-.+-+-+-+--t---+--1I-t-t- 20 1-+--I-+--+-f.....j-f.--I-++--+---+-1-t-+-JL-+-+---1H-4 19 I-+--I--+-+-+---+--i-+-+-+-+-+---+--+-- 18 1-+--I-+--+--t-l-f.--I-++--+---+-1-tr 17 1-+--I-+-+---+-I-f.
PRE-START CHECK Check Points STARTING PROCEDURE Emergency Cut-Out Switch • Activate the throttle control lever several times to check that it operates easily and smoothly. The throttle control lever must return to idle position when released. • Check fuel level • Check that the skis and the track are not frozen to the ground or snow surface and that the steering operates freely.
LUBRICATION ...... WARNING: If engine does not T shut-off when flicking the emergency cut-out switch to OFF position and pulling the tether cut-out cap, stop the engine by turning off the ignition key. Do not operate the vehicle further, see your dealer. Frequency 8. Allow the engine to warm before operating at full throttle. Emergency Starting Should the rewind starter rope fray and break, the engine can be started with an emergency starter rope.
Bogie Wheel Suspension Chaincase oil level Lubricate the suspension bogie wheels using low temperature grease. Pump through the grease fitting at the center of each wheel until new grease appears at the joint of the inner side of the shaft. Remove the tool box then check the oil level by removing the oil level inspection plug. Oil should be at the bottom lip of the hole. Replenish as necessary by removing the filler cap using a spark piug socket. Lubricate the rear axle with low temperature grease.
MAINTENANCE + The following Maintenance Chart indicates regular servicing schedules to be performed by you or your servicing dealer. If these services are performed as suggested, your snowmobile will give you many years of low-cost use. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE CHART W A RNING: Only perform such procedures as detailed in this manual. It is recommended that dearer assistance be periodically obtained on other components / systems not covered in this manual.
Console Removal Pulley Guard Removal For any procedure that may require removal of the console, proceed as follows: 1. Unlock the latch where the console and dashpanel meet. WARNING: Engine should be running only when pulley guard is secured in place. 1. Tilt the hood and remove the console. 2. Remove the driven pulley guard (front) by unlocking it from it's attaching points. Retainer pin 2. Push the console downward then tilt away from the engine. To reinstall, reverse the procedure. 3.
Drive Belt Removal Drive Belt Condition WARNING: Never start or run the engine without the drive belt installed. Running an unloaded engine is dangerous. Inspect belt for cracks, fraying or abnormal wear (uneven wear, wear on one side, missing cogs, cracked fabric). If abnormal wear is noted, probable cause could be pulley misalignment, excessive R.P.M. with froozen track, fast starts without warm-up period, burred or rusty sheave, oil on belt or distorted spare belt. Contact your dealer. + 1.
Brake Adjustment Brake should apply fully while brake control lever is still 2.5 cm (1 inch) MIN 1MUM from the handlebar grip. 2.5 em (1 inl MINIMUM If a minor adjustment is indicated, slack off the cable housing nut (A) and tighten the nut (B) to increase the lever clearance. WARNING: Brake cable must • make a loop around the bolt head. Strongly pull the brake handle to check cable tightness. WARNING: Always check the brake light to see if it functions af• ter performing btake adjustment.
Spark Plug Track Condition Disconnect the spark plug wires and remove the spark plug. Lift the rear of vehicle and support it off the ground. With the engine off, rotate the track by hand, and inspect. If worn, cut or the track fiber is exposed or missing or defective inserts or guides are noted, contact your dealer. Check condition of plug. • A brownish tip reflects ideal conditions. (Correct carburetor, spark plug heat range; etc.).
If necessary to adjust. 1. Using a wrench, loosen both track adjusters by unscrewing the lock nuts situated on the inner side of the suspension springs. ~--- Lock nuts _ _~ -- Equal distance To adjust: 2. Adjust to proper tension by turning adjuster bolts clockwise to tighten counter-clockwise to slacken. Adjust both side equally. 1. STOP THE ENGINE. Using a wrench, turn the track adjuster bolt clockwise on the side where the track is closest to the link plate.
Steering Mechanism Condition Inspect the steering mechanism for tightness of components (steering arms, tie rods, ball joints, spring coupler bolts, etc.). If necessary replace or retighten. CHECK THE CONDITION OF SKIS AND SKI RUNNERS. REPLACE IF MORE THAN HALF WORN. I Steering Adjustment Skis should have a toe out of 3 mm (118 in.). To check, measure distance between skis at front and rear of leaf springs. If necessary to adjust: Loosen the lock nuts of the longer tie rod.
Engine Head Nuts A) Air Screw Adjustment With the ENGINE COLD, check that the engine head nuts are tight and equally torqued to 22 N.m (16 ft-lbsl. Completely close the air screw (until a slight reseating resistance is felt) then back off the screw: 1 1/2 turn + 1/8. Following sequence above shown, torque engine head nuts twice. IMPORTANT: The engine head nut torque should be checked after the first 5 hours of operation. Engine Mount Nuts Check the engine mount nuts for tightness.
With the suspension correctly adjusted, the rider seated on the vehicle and the high beam ON (engine must be running on manual start models), check that the center of the high intensity zone of the high beam is 50 mm (2") below the horizontal nne of the headlamp height. Headlamp horizontal center line Headlamp Bulb Replacement If the headlamp is burnt, tilt hood and unplug the connector from the headlamp. Remove the rubber boot and unfasten the bulb retainer clips. Detach the bulb and replace.
STORAGE It is during summer. or when a vehicle is not in use for any length of time, that proper storage is a necessity.
. . CAUTION: Plastic alloy compo... nents such as fuel tank, windshield, etc., can be cleaned using mild detergents or isopropylalcohol. Do not use strong soaps, degreasing solvents, abrasive cleaners, paint thinners, etc. Chaincase Drain the chaincase and refill to proper level. To drain the chaincase remove the access plug (lower plug) and tilt vehicle hard left. Drive Pulley The drive pulley should be cleaned and inspected. It also requires lubrication.
Chassis Clean the vehicle thoroughly, removing all dirt and grease accumulation. ~ CAUTION: Plastic alloy cornpo... nents such as fuel tank, windshield, etc., can be cleaned using mild detergents or isopropyl alcohol. Do not use strong soaps, degreasing solvents, abrasive cleaners, paint thinners, etc. Touch up all metal spots where the paint has been scratched off. Spray all bare metal parts with metal protector. Wax the cab for better protection. O NOTE: Apply wax on glossy finish of the hood only.
PRE-SEASON PREPARATION To simplify the pre-season preparation we have drawn up a small chart. The chart indicates servicing points to be performed by you and your servicing dealer. If these services are performed as suggested, your vehicle will give you many hours of fun and low cost use. IMPORTANT: Observe all Warnings and Cautions mentioned throughout this manual which are pertinent to the item being checked.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Engine turns over but fails to start or starts with difficulty 1. No fuel to the engine Check the tank level and fill up with correct gas-oil mixture. Check for possible clogging of fuel line, item 5. 2. Flooded engine Remove wet spark plug, turn ignition to OFF and crank engine several times. Install clean dry spark plug. Start engine following usual starting procedure. If engine continues to flood, see your dealer. 3.
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO 00 Engine lacks acceleration or power 1. Fouled or defective spark Check item 3 of "Engine turns over but fails to start or starts with difficulty" plug 2. Clogged fuel line (water or dirt) Engine continually backfires Snowmobile cannot reach full speed Check fuel line condition. ISee item 5 of "Engine turns over but fails to start or starts with difficulty"l. 3. Carburetor Contact your dealer. 4.
TOOLS As standard equipment each new snowmobile is supplied with a basic tool kit such as screwdriver, wrenches, emergency starter rope, etc ... Standard Tools A A. Screwdriver B. Socket 21 / 26 mm C. Socket 10 / 13 mm D. Socket handle E. Angular wrench 10 / 13 mm F.
SPECIFICATIONS 1982 ELAN ENGINE No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Compression ratio (corrected) Maximum R.P.M.
FUEL Tank capacity S.I.* Imp. U.S. Gasoline Gasloil ratio Chaincase BRAKE Brake type Brake adjustment (controllevell Brake shoe (minimum thickness) 13.6 liters 3 gallons 3.6 gallons Regular leaded or unleaded 5011 200 ml (7 oz.) Drum 2.5 cm (1") minimum distance from handlebar grip when fully applied 3 mm (1/8 in.) Bombardier Inc.
TETHER CUT-OUT SWITCH EMERGENCY CUT-OUT SWITCH " " LIGHT SWITCH ~I G' WIRING DIAGRAM VOLTAGE REGULATOR BK , 247 ee SINGLE /' CD o o <]
51* METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE BASE UNITS DESCRIPTION UNIT SYMBOL length mass liquid temperature pressure torque meter kilogram liter celsius kilopascal Newton meter kilometer per hour m kg L °C kPa Nsm km/h PREFIXES PREFIX kilo centi milli SYMBOL MEANING VALUE k c m one thousand one hundredth of a one thousandth of a 1,000 0.01 0.001 *THE INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF UNITS (SYSTEME INTERNATIONAL) ABREVIATES "SIll IN ALL LANGUAGES.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND OWNERSHIP Any change in address or ownership should be brought to the attention of the manufacturer by completing and sending out the card supplied below. This will help us to maintain our files up-to-date. :CHANG·e ·OFADO·RESS··············································· .~ :VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER :OLD ADDRESS: NAME NO CITY STREET APT. ZIP / POSTAL CODE STATE : NEW ADDRESS: ·· ·· · ·· ·· : • NAME NO CITY STREET STATE APT.
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