Ski-Doo REV series 2007, Operator'S Manual

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Braking
As in the case of acceleration, using traction enhancing products will
give you better braking capacity on packed snow or ice but will have
no noticeable effect on soft snow. Braking may thus vary suddenly
under certain conditions. Be sure to use restraint in braking to keep
from blocking the track in order to avoid surprises that could lead to
a loss of control.
Important Safety Rules
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WARNING
To prevent serious injury to individuals near the snowmobile:
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NEVER stand behind or near a moving track.
– Always use a wide-base snowmobile stand with a rear de-
flector panel.
– When the track is raised off the ground, only run it at the
lowest possible speed.
Centrifugal force could cause debris, damaged or loose studs,
pieces of torn track, or an entire severed track to be violently
thrown backwards out of the tunnel with tremendous force,
possibly resulting in the loss of a leg or other serious injury.
Effects of Traction Enhancing Products on
the Life of the Snowmobile
The use of traction enhancing products can increase the load and
the stress on certain snowmobile components, as well as the vibra-
tion level. This can cause premature wear on parts such as belts,
brake linings, bearings, chain, chaincase sprocket, and on approved
studded tracks, shorten track life. Always proceed with a visual in-
spection of your track before each use. For more information, refer
to
MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT section further in this guide.
Traction enhancing products can also cause serious damage to your
snowmobile if it is not equipped with the tunnel protectors designed
for your particular model. Damage to the electrical wiring or perfo-
ration of the heat exchangers are potential hazards, that could cause
the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
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WARNING
If tunnel protectors are excessively worn or not installed, the
gas tank could be punctured, causing a fire.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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