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OWNER`S MANUAL

SNOWDOG COMPACT

SNOWDOG STANDARD

Contents

1. Preamble ...............................................................1

2. Safety tips .............................................................1

3. Introduction ...........................................................1

4. SNOWDOG purpose ................................................1

5. Technical speci

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 cations for SNOWDOG .....................2

6. Overview ...............................................................3

7. Basic controls .........................................................3

8. Packaging ..............................................................5

9. SNOWDOG set-up ...................................................5

10.  Operating the SNOWDOG.......................................8

11.  Maintenance.................................................................8

12.  Storage.........................................................................9

13. Maintenance  tips  .................................................. 10

1 Preamble

Thank you for purchasing the “SNOWDOG”!

To  get  the  most  of  your  SNOWDOG,  please  read  this 

manual carefully. Following technical instructions and safety tips 

ensures continuous years of reliable product usage.

“SNOWDOG” is a compactly designed and highly reliable 

SNOWDOG, equipped with a quality Briggs & Stratton engines 

and ready for off-road work or recreation.

2 Safety tips

This Owner’s manual contains important information on 

safety tips and operating instructions for SNOWDOG. In case 

of resale, please transfer this document and the engine service 

manual to the next SNOWDOG owner due to the importance 

of the information contained.

Please read this manual carefully before operating the 

SNOWDOG. Non-compliance with the following rules and 

instructions may cause serious damage and even injuries. 

SNOWDOG operating safety tips and instructions are marked 

with “CAUTION!” tag listed herein.

 

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CAUTION!

•  Before operating the SNOWDOG you must 

read the Owner’s manual and engine 

operator’s manual.

•  It is prohibited to operate the SNOWDOG 

for minors under 16 years old, and not 

recommended to operate SNOWDOG for 

people who are not capable of safe operating 

due to different reasons.

•  It is prohibited to operate the SNOWDOG 

under the infl uence of alcohol and/or drugs.

•  It is prohibited to use SNOWDOG without 

the chain protection cover, mud fl aps and 

emergency engine shutdown switch.

•  Operating a faulty or defective SNOWDOG 

unit is prohibited.

•  Operating the SNOWDOG on public roads and 

trails is strictly prohibited.

•  SNOWDOG is designated strictly for outdoor 

use. Indoor use is prohibited.

3 Introduction

The purpose of this manual is to familiarize you with the 

SNOWDOG maintenance and operation procedures, and give 

you troubleshooting tips. “SNOWDOG Compact” and “SNOWDOG 

Standard” are towing modules primarely designed for 

transporting cargo in the luggage compartment, hauling cargo 

on sledge or semi-trailer over different surfaces. 

4 SNOWDOG purpose

The SNOWDOG is designed primarily to be used during 

winter time. For operating it during warm season it is necessary 

to remove the cover and to take measures to prevent engine 

overheating. SNOWDOG is designed for towing the sled or semi-

trailer on multiple terrains. SNOWDOG isn’t meant to be used 

on roads, sandy soils and on the water.

 

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CAUTION!

•  Stay clear of the moving gears in the drive 

shaft and chain!

•  Park the SNOWDOG at a safe distance from 

people and animals.

•  Make sure the engine is stopped before 

removing the transmission protective cover.

•  Make sure all the gear screws and drive 

shafts are tightened before operating the 

SNOWDOG.

•  Do not start the engine if the steering handles 

are folded.

•  Do not fold the steering handles while the 

engine is running.

•  Please do not use the parking brake during 

the motion. It may cause the loss of control of 

SNOWDOG, trauma and damage the CVT.

•  Before starting the engine please make sure 

the throttle control lever moves freely and is 

not fi xed.

•  Before starting the engine move the steering 

handles into the operating position.

•  Always check the parking brakes.

•  In case of any steering control malfunctions 

you should stop, locate the problem and fi x it.

•  Sled or semi-trailers must be fi xed to a 

SNOWDOG with rigid drawbars only.

•  Wearing protective hand gloves when riding 

the SNOWDOG is recommended.

Summary of Contents for COMPACT B13ME-WR

Page 1: ...rating a faulty or defective SNOWDOG unit is prohibited Operating the SNOWDOG on public roads and trails is strictly prohibited SNOWDOG is designated strictly for outdoor use Indoor use is prohibited...

Page 2: ...ft lbs 21 05 28 54 21 05 28 54 21 05 28 54 21 05 28 54 21 05 28 54 3 Engine Displacement ci cm 25 63 420 25 63 420 25 63 420 25 63 420 25 63 420 4 Track type Compact Compact Standard Standard Standard...

Page 3: ...essed the electric starter is working and the engine can be started Do not hold the button down for more than 10 seconds 2 Headlight switch front light When the switch is in position the light and DC...

Page 4: ...s the lever 1 2 Press and hold the lock 2 3 Release the lever 1 7 4 2 Turning the parking brake off 1 Press the lever 1 2 Release the lever 1 WARNING Never start the engine while the parking brake is...

Page 5: ...ort bracket which is supplied with SNOWDOG You will need a Philips screwdriver for that not included Unscrew the cover fixing screw in the top part of the chassis Insert the bracket under the cover al...

Page 6: ...6 volts as they will damage the battery 9 3 Handlebar height adjustment To adjust the height of the handlebar you must rearrange fixture in one of the three holes 1 In order to raise the wheel higher...

Page 7: ...ly WARNING If the SNOWDOG will lean heavily or turn over it is possible for the fuel to leak through the fuel tank cap 9 6 Starting the engine 1 Open the fuel lock Close the choke 2 Set the ignition s...

Page 8: ...iving 10 2 Stopping the engine In case of emergency To shut down the engine in case of emergency flip the ignition switch located on the steering switch assembly to OFF position or pull out the engine...

Page 9: ...cleaned of twigs leaves and other contaminants Remove stains of oil and other fluids Start up and warm up the SNOWDOG after washing WARNING Do not allow corrosive substances on the track such as gaso...

Page 10: ...plate chassis and the track It should have a value of 0 4 0 8 in 10 20 mm 13 4 Track tensioning Loosen the screws 1 on both sides of the rear mounting shaft Turn eccentric 2 to adjust the tensioner ax...

Page 11: ...need to move the chain tensioning engine mount with the motor back against the direction of SNOWDOG movement 3 Check the chain tension Repeat step 2 if necessary 4 Tighten six bolts 1 to the engine m...

Page 12: ...ator Checking service The brake is a combination of a steel disk on the driven shaft of the variator and a device that compresses the disc brake caliper pads The braking force is transmitted via the b...

Page 13: ...Loosen the locknut 6 Tighten the bolt 5 until the moment of touching of the movable brake pads to the brake disc Holding the bolt 5 tighten the locknut 6 Check the rotation of the brake disk The brake...

Page 14: ...kwise Pull the rope so that the throttle has a free running within 0 2 0 3 in 5 7 mm To loosen the throttle cable loosen the locknut 2 and rotate the adjusting screw 1 clockwise Loosen the cable 13 11...

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Page 16: ...g please contact your Snowdog dealer for the latest information The service life of the Snowdog subject to the rules of operation and maintenance specified in the Manual is 5 years All rights reserved...

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