Ski-Doo Scandic Series, Operator'S Manual

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RIDING THE VEHICLE
Pre-Ride Check List
ITEM OPERATION
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Body including seat, footrests,
lights, air filter, controls and
instruments
Check condition and remove snow or ice.
Skis and steering Check for free movement and proper action.
Fuel and oil Check for proper level and leaks.
Coolant (if applicable) Check for proper level and leaks.
Storage compartment
Check for proper latching and no heavy or
breakable objects.
Track
Check condition and remove snow or ice.
For studded tracks, see
INSPECTION in the
TRACTION ENHANCING PRODUCTS
subsection.
Throttle lever Check for proper operation.
Brake lever Check for proper operation.
Parking brake Check for proper action.
Emergency engine stop switch
and engine cut-off switch
(tether cord cap)
Check for proper action. Tether cord must be
attached to driver clothing eyelet.
Lights Check for proper operation.
How to Ride
Riding Gear
Proper snowmobile clothing should
be worn. It should be comfortable
and not too tight. Always check the
weather forecast before going on a
ride. Dress for the coldest weather
expected. Thermal underwear next to
the skin also provides a good insula-
tion.
Wear an approved helmet at all times
for safety and comfort. They pro-
vide both warmth and reduce injury.
A stocking type cap, balaclava and
face mask should always be carried
or worn. Goggles or a face shield that
attach to the helmet are indispensable.
Hands should be protected by a pair
of snowmobile gloves or mitts which
have sufficient insulation and allow use
of thumbs and fingers for operation of
controls.
Rubber bottom boots with either a ny-
lon or a leather top, with removable felt
liners are best suited for snowmobil-
ing.
You should keep yourself as dry as pos-
sible when snowmobiling. When you
come indoors, take your snowmobile
suit and boots off and make certain
they dry properly.
Do not wear long scarfs and loose ap-
parels that could get caught in moving
parts.
Carry colored lens goggles.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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