Ski-Doo MX Zx 600 RS, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Hard Packed Snow
This snowmobile's track has a lug pro-
file of 44.5 mm (1.75 in) and BRP
does
not recommend to ride it at high
speed on a trail, hard packed snow
or ice.
In the event that you have to ride on
such surfaces,
reduce your speed
and minimize the travel distance.
NOTICE
Running that type of track
at high speeds on a trail, on hard
packed surfaces or ice puts more
stress on the lugs, causing heat. To
avoid potential premature degrada-
tion or damage to the track, reduce
your speed, and minimize the dis-
tance you ride on those surfaces.
Vehicle Warm-Up
Before every ride, vehicle has to be
warmed up as follows.
1. Start engine as explained in ENGINE
STARTING PROCEDURE
above.
2. Allow engine to warm up one or two
minutes at idle speed.
NOTE: It is not recommended to let
engine running at idle speed for more
than 10 minutes.
3. Disengage parking brake.
4. Apply throttle until drive pulley en-
gages. Drive at low speed the first
two or three minutes.
NOTICE
If vehicle does not move
when throttle is applied, remove
tether cord cap, then do the follow-
ing.
– Check if skis are stuck on the
ground. Lift one ski at a time by
the handle, then put it down.
– Check if track is stuck on the
ground. Lift rear of snowmobile
enough to clear track from the
ground, then drop.
– Check rear suspension for hard
snow or ice accumulation that
could interfere with track rota-
tion. Clean the area.
CAUTION Beware of injuries
by using proper lifting techniques,
notably using your legs force. Do
not attempt to lift the rear of vehicle
if it is above your limits.
WARNING
Make sure tether cord cap is away
from post before standing in front
the vehicle, getting close to the
track or rear suspension compo-
nents.
Shutting Off the Engine
Release throttle lever and wait until en-
gine has returned to idle speed.
Shut off the engine using either engine
stop switch or pulling off the tether
cord cap.
WARNING
Always remove the tether cord cap
when vehicle is not in operation in
order to prevent accidental engine
starting or to avoid unauthorized
use by children or others or theft.
Towing Another
Snowmobile
If a snowmobile is disabled and must
be towed use a rigid tow bar. Remove
the drive belt from the disabled snow-
mobile, refer to
DRIVE BELT
in the
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE section
and tow at moderate speed.
NOTICE
Always remove the drive
belt of the snowmobile that is to be
towed to prevent damage to its belt
and drive system.
In an emergency situation only, if a rigid
tow bar is not available, a rope can be
used provided you proceed with extra
caution. In some areas, it may be ille-
gal to do so. Check with state or local
authorities.
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