Ski-Doo 2008 Rev series, Operator'S Manual

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SDI Engine Starting Procedure
General
IMPORTANT:
– if the low battery voltage pilot lamp is on, battery would not have
enough power to start the engine. In this case, use the manual
rewind starter
– if the battery is dead, engine cannot be started. Have the battery
recharged or replaced.
Procedure
– Recheck throttle control lever operation.
– Ensure that the tether cord cap (DESS key) is in position and that
the cord is attached to your clothing eyelet.
– Ensure that the engine cutout switch is in the ON position.
Manual Starting
– Grab manual starter handle, pull handle slowly until a resistance
is felt, then hold handle firmly and pull vigorously to start engine.
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WARNING
Do not apply throttle while starting.
Electric Starting (if so equipped)
– Depressing the START/RER button will engage the electric starter
and start the engine.
– Release button immediately when engine has started.
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WARNING
Do not apply throttle while starting.
CAUTION: Do not use electric starter for more than 10 seconds.
A rest period should be observed between the cranking cycles to
let electric starter cool down. Using electric starter when engine
has started could damage electric starter mechanism.
NOTE: If for any reason, the engine cannot be cranked electrically,
start engine manually using the rewind starter.
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