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Summary of Contents for 1990 Elan

Page 1: ...ELAN OPERATOR S MANUAL 414 6746 00...

Page 2: ...of sale DEALER IMPRINT AREA AFTER SALES SERVICE BOMBARDIER INC VALCOURT QUEBEC CANADA JOE 2LO The following are trademarks of Bombardier Inc Litho d in Canada ALPINE BOMBARDIER ELAN Trademarks of Bom...

Page 3: ...of this manual A WARNING Maintenance proce T dures and tightening torques must be strictly adhered to never attempt repairs unless the appropriate tools are available The information and components I...

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Page 5: ...ind starter handle BREAK IN PERIOD Engine and belt break in 10 hour inspection FUEL OIL Recommended fuel Recommended oil Fuel oil mixture ratio PRE START CHECK Check points STARTING PROCEDURE Manual s...

Page 6: ...case Drive pulley PRE SEASON PREPARATION Track condition Track tension and aligment Drive pulley Steering mechanism Steering adjustment Muffler attachments Engine head nuts Engine mount nuts Carbureto...

Page 7: ...rd pack or other abrasive surfaces On such surfaces abnormal and excessive wear of critical parts is inevitable Your snowmobile is not designed to be operated on public streets road or highways In mos...

Page 8: ...ear on all items such as but not limited to drive belts bulbs slider shoes spark plugs runners on skis Replacement parts and or accessories which are not genuine BOMBARDIER parts and Ior accessories D...

Page 9: ...distributor the selling dealer nor any other person has been autho rized to make any affirmation representation or warranty other than those con tained in this warranty and if made such affirmation r...

Page 10: ...r warranty registration card is presented 0 Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snow mobile A In this Operator Manual provided with the vehicle at the time of deliver...

Page 11: ...d in this manual should be completed and sent to Bombardier Inc 0 How can I receive the best owner assistance A The satisfaction andgoodwill of the owners ofBombardier products are of primary concern...

Page 12: ...CHARLES R BELL LIMITED Riverside Drive P O Box 1050 Corner Brook Newfoundland A2H 6J7 709 634 3533 NORTH WEST TERRITORIES FRANKLIN DISTRICT KEEWATIN SERVICE AND SALES OFFICE HUDSON S BAY CO LIMITED 16...

Page 13: ...ay sometimes become necessary to locate these numbers for warranty purposes or to trace your snowmobile in the event of loss A002 002 066 A002 005 010 A002 007 006 0 NOTE We strongly recommend that yo...

Page 14: ...of the transmission When released engine speed returns automatically to idle B Brake lever Located on the left side of handlebar When compressed the brake is applied When released it automatically ret...

Page 15: ...e by using it several times on first outing Thereby being mentally prepared for emergency situations requiring its use F Tether cut out switch A pull switch located below the handle bar Attach tether...

Page 16: ...full throt le Engine manufact rer recomme datro n is 10 to 15 operatmg hours Dunng th1s period a richer mixture is needed i e 40 parts of gas for 1 part of BLIZZARD oil Maximum throttle should not exc...

Page 17: ...oil to 4 6 imp gal 40 1 or 500 ml oil to 4 8 imp gal 40 1 U S UNITS 16 oz oil to 5 1 U S gal 40 1 or 500 ml oil to 5 3 U S gal 40 1 GAS liter 100 METRIC SI 250 300 400 500 OIL mil IMPERIAL uxxxxxxxxxx...

Page 18: ...ering arm retorque to 31 N m 23 lbf ft Pulley alignment and drive belt condition Track condition tension and alignment Lubrication steering suspension driven pulley etc Electrical wiring tighten all l...

Page 19: ...area At certain temperatures fuel will expand and overflow Always wipe off any fuel spillage from the snowmobile Recommended oil Use BLIZZARD OIL P N 496 0135 00 500 ml available from your author ize...

Page 20: ...n of fuel into a clean container 1 4 AOOO 000 003 2 Add the amount of oil required for the total mixture 2 riC AOOO 000 017 18 3 Replace the container cap and shake the container thoroughly 3 5 4 Add...

Page 21: ...ETRIC SI 211 1 20 19 18 17 16 15 GAS 14 liters 1 3 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 H 2 1 A il 1 1 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 OIL lml IMPERIAL 4 GAS Imp gal 3 2 5 6 5 10 1516 OIL Imp oz UNITED STATES 4...

Page 22: ...ing properly PROCEDURE __________________________ Test throttle control lever operation Check that the emergency cut out switch is in the middle ON position OFF ON OFF A002 006 001 Ensure the tether c...

Page 23: ...ARNING Do not start the ve hicle by the drive pulley unless it is a true emergency situation have the vehicle repaired as soon as possible Do not wind starting rope around your hand Hold rope by the h...

Page 24: ...iled in this manual It is recommended that dealer assistance be periodically obtained on other components Isystems not cov ered in this manuaL Unless otherwise specified engine should be turned OFF fo...

Page 25: ...the spark plug socket remove the filler cap then using a rigid wire as a Jldip stickl check oil level The oil level on the dipstick should be 50 65 mm 2 in to 2 1 2 in Refill as required using Bom bar...

Page 26: ...E I o Cl l s o t oN WARNING Only perform such procedures as detailed in this manual It is recommended that dealer assistance be periodically obtained on other components Isystems not cov ered in this...

Page 27: ...e belt guard front by unloc king it from retaining pins Retaining pin A002 003 021 Belt guard 3 To remove the pulley guard pull out the retaining clip A and pull on the spring 8 to disengage the pin f...

Page 28: ...lt into place as this could cut or break the cords in the belt Drive belt condition Inspect belt for cracks fraying or ab normal wear uneven wear wear on one side missing cogs cracked fabric If ab nor...

Page 29: ...mm 1 inch minimum from the handlebar grip A002 006 005 Minor adjustment If a minor adjustment is indicated slack off the cable housing nut A and tight en the nut B to increase the lever clearance A00...

Page 30: ...fouling caused by carburetor idle speed mix ture and Ior high speed mixture too rich incorrect fuel mixture ratiq wrong type of spark plug heat range or excessive idling 28 A light grey insulator tip...

Page 31: ...ated on inner side of link plate spri ngs Turn adjuster bolts clockwise to tighten track counterclockwise to slacken 0 NOTE Track tension and alignment are inter related Do not adjust one without chec...

Page 32: ...adjust Loosen the lock nuts of the longer tie rod Turn the tie rod manually until the skis are properly aligned Firmly retighten the lock nuts _WARNING The maximum ball T joint external threaded leng...

Page 33: ...ours of operation Engine mount nuts Check engine mount nuts for tightness Retighten if necessary at 38 N m 28 lbf ft Carburetor adjustment rCAUTION Never operate your T snowmobile with the air intake...

Page 34: ...e below 1200 m 4000 ft Headlamp beam aiming To adjust turn upper or lower adjusting screws to obtain desired beam position A002 004 008 Adjusting screw Adjusting screw 32 Bulb replacement If headlamp...

Page 35: ...estle The snowmobile should be stored in such a way that the track does not stay in contact with cement floor or bare ground 0 NOTE The track should be rotated periodically every 40 days Do not releas...

Page 36: ...llows 1 Lift the rear of the vehicle and sup port it off the ground WARNING Ensure the track is free of all particles which could be thrown out while it is rotating Keep hands tools feet and clothing...

Page 37: ...rease accumulation rCAUTION Plastic alloy compo T nents such as windshield con sole etc can be cleaned using mild detergents or isopropyl alcohol and a clean cloth Do not use strong soaps degreasing s...

Page 38: ...to the item being checked When component con ditions seem less than satisfactory replace with genuine Bombardier parts To be performed by dealer To be performed by owner 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Check thrott...

Page 39: ...ealer 4 No fuel to the engine Spark Check fuel tank level turn fuel on plug dry when removed if applicable check fuel filter re place if clogged check condition of fuel and impulse lines and their con...

Page 40: ...ll 2 Lack of fuel to engine Check item 4 of Engine turns over but fails to start 3 Carburetor adjustments Contact your authorized dealer 4 Drive belt worn too thin If the drive belt has lost more than...

Page 41: ...acceler ation or power 4 Ignition timing is incorrect or Contact your authorized dealer there is an ignition system failure Snowmobile cannot 1 Drive belt Check item 4 of Engine lacks reach full spee...

Page 42: ...le is supplied with basic tools such as screwdriver wrenches emergency starting rope etc Standard Tools A B c e f l1D 0 D E F A001 001 016 A Screwdriver D Socket wrench handle B Socket 10 13 mm E Emer...

Page 43: ...case oil capacity 247 1 69 5 mm 2 736 66 mm 2 598 250 4 cm3 15 28 in3 5 5 1 5700 Variable venturi float type 1 1 2 turn 1100 1300 RPM M8 21 N m 15 lbf ft M8 21 N m 15 lbf ft M22 85 N m 63 lbf ft 38 N...

Page 44: ...ar leaded or unleaded Fuel tank capacity S l 13 6 liters Imp 3 gallons u s 3 6 gallons Premixed fuel oil oil type Blizzard oil ratio 50 1 BRAKE Type Drum Lining minimum thickness 3 mm 1 8 Control leve...

Page 45: ...001 micro p one millionth 0 000001 CONVERSION FACTORS TO CONVERT TOt MULTIPLY BY in mm 25 4 in em 2 54 in2 cm2 6 45 in3 cm3 16 39 ft m 0 3 oz g 28 35 lb kg 0 45 lbf N 4 4 lbf in N m 0 11 lbf ft N m 1...

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