Ski-Doo 2006 RF series, Operator'S Manual

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If engine does not start on first try,
turn key back to OFF position and wait
a few seconds before restarting. To
stop engine, turn key to OFF position.
NOTE: Engine may be manually start-
ed with rewind starter if necessary.
If starter does not operate, check start-
ing system fuse condition. Refer to
FUSES.
10) Tether Cut-Out Switch
General
When the tether cord cap is removed,
its shuts the engine off preventing
snowmobile to runaway if the opera-
tor falls off the vehicle accidently.
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WARNING
Always remove tether cord cap
and key when vehicle is not in
operation in order to prevent ac-
cidental engine starting, to avoid
unauthorized use by children or
others or theft.
Operation
Attach tether cord eyelet to clothing,
then snap tether cord cap over post
before starting engine.
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TYPICAL
1. Snap over post
2. Attach to eyelet
If emergency engine shut off is re-
quired, completely pull tether cord cap
from post.
11) Engine Cut-Out Switch
This push-pull type switch is located
on the right hand side of the handlebar.
To stop the engine in an emergency,
select OFF position and simultaneous-
ly apply the brake. To restart, button
must be at the ON position.
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TYPICAL
1. ON
2. OFF
All operators of the snowmobile
should familiarize themselves with
the function of this device by using
it several times on first outing and
whenever stopping the engine there-
after. This engine cut-out procedure
will become a reflex and will prepare
operators for emergency situations
requiring its use.
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WARNING
If the switch has been used in an
emergency caused by a suspect-
ed malfunction, the source of the
malfunction should be determined
and corrected before restarting en-
gine. See an authorized SKI-DOO
dealer for servicing.
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