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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Clutch Guard
Do not operate the engine with the clutch guard removed.
The clutch guard is designed to protect the operator from metal parts if
the clutch should fail. Although the chance of failure is extremely
remote, don't defeat the purpose of the safety guard by removing it.
Clutches
Do not attempt to service the clutches.
All clutch service must be performed by your dealer. The clutch is a
complex mechanism that rotates at high speeds. Each clutch is dynami-
cally balanced before installation. Any tampering may disrupt this pre-
cision balancing and create an unstable condition.
Cold Weather Drive-Away
Whenever your snowmobile has been parked for a length of time, espe-
cially overnight, always make sure the skis and track are loosened from
ice and snow before attempting to drive. Apply the throttle with enough
authority to put the machine into motion, but always operate within
safety limits.
Maneuverability
While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steer-
ing system and skis, maximum control is achieved by the shifting of
your body weight. Maneuverability will change for lighter operators or
machines designed to carry a load.
Maintenance
Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 80
of this manual to ensure that all critical components on the snowmobile
are thoroughly inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.
