Ski-Doo Skandic SWT 2013, Operator'S Manual

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RIDING THE VEHICLE
Pre-Ride Check List
ITEM OPERATION
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 no leaks.
Coolant Check for proper level and no leaks.
Storage compartment
Check for proper latching and no heavy or
breakable objects.
Throttle lever Check for proper action.
Track
Check condition and remove snow or ice.
Brake lever Check for proper action.
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. A stocking type
cap, balaclava and face mask should al-
ways be carried or worn. Goggles or a
face shield that attaches 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 scarves 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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