BRP Ski-Doo 1200 4-TEC 2018, Operator'S Manual

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CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT
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TYPICAL
WARNING
Test the throttle lever operation
each time before starting the en-
gine. The lever must return to its
the rest position once released.
Otherwise, do not start engine.
Switching from Thumb to Finger
Throttle Position
CAUTION It is highly recom-
mended to immobilize the snowmo-
bile before attempting any modifi-
cation to the throttle position as it
could lead to a hazardous situation.
There are mainly three positions to
choose from when going from the
thumb to the finger throttle position
and the best one will be to the rider's
preference and in direct relation with
the riding style and conditions.
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THUMB THROTTLE POSITION : PUSH
DOWNWARD TO ROTATE THROTTLE
HOUSING
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IF WANTED, CONTINUE TO ROTATE THE
THROTTLE HOUSING
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FINGER THROTTLE POSITION
CAUTION
– It is HIGHLY recommended to use
gloves and NOT mitts when using
the finger throttle position.
– It is not recommended to use the
finger throttle position while rid-
ing in dense off trail areas.
The procedure to go back to the thumb
throttle position is the reverse of the
one shown above.
3) Brake Lever
Brake lever is located on the LH side of
handlebar.
When squeezed, brake is applied.
When released, it automatically re-
turns to the rest. Braking effect is pro-
portional to the pressure applied on the
lever and to the type of terrain and its
snow coverage.
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