BRP Lynx 69 Ranger 900 ACE, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
If vehicle does not move
when throttle is applied, stop en-
gine, 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 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 Use 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.
NOTE: On E-TEC models, warm-up is
electronically controlled. During this
period (up to 10 minutes depending on
ambient temperature), engine RPM is
limited.
Gearbox Operation
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.
3. With engine at idle speed, select
reverse (R) gear using the gearshift
lever.
NOTE: It is necessary to push shift
lever knob down to move it from neu-
tral to reverse gear.
4. 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.
2. Apply and hold brake.
3. With engine at idle speed, select
low (1) or high (2) gear using the
gearshift lever.
4. Gently depress throttle lever.
NOTE: Do not shift when vehicle is
moving: When you change gear from
1
st to 2 nd gear or opposite or to reverse
gear vehicle must be stopped (vehi-
cle is not moving and RPM must be at
idle).
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