SNOWDOG COMPACT B13ME-WR, Owner'S Manual

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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 fi 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.