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Operation
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Strap (RX10MT)
The strap should be used only by experienced
operators to assist them when traverse (side-
hill) riding.
WARNING
EWS00290
Improper use of the strap on the handlebar
can result in severe injury or death.
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Use the strap only as an operator grip
point when needed to shift weight uphill
to maintain balance during traverse
(side-hill) riding. Only experienced oper-
ators should traverse slopes steep
enough to require strap use.
●
Keep the right hand on the right handle-
bar grip for steering, and grip the strap
with the left hand to shift weight uphill
for balance during traverse riding.
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Ride cautiously while using the strap.
Do not accelerate or decelerate abruptly
while holding onto the strap.
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Do not use the strap to lift the snowmo-
bile.
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Do not use the strap as a mounting point
for cargo or accessories.
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Driving
WARNING
EWS00300
Be sure to read the “SAFETY INFORMA-
TION” section on page 6 and the “Riding
your snowmobile” section on page 34
carefully before operating the snowmo-
bile.
TIP
Make sure that the engine is warmed up
enough before riding.
WARNING
EWS00310
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Make sure that the throttle lever is fully
released and the snowmobile is at a full
stop before shifting.
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Be sure to slide the shift lever to “FWD”
or “REV” until it stops completely and
only while the engine is idling.
●
Make sure that the area behind the
snowmobile is clear before reversing.
Watch behind.
●
Reduce speed and avoid sharp turning
when operating the snowmobile in re-
verse.
1.
To select the desired operating position,
pull the shift lever out, slide it to “FWD” or
to “REV” until it stops, and then release it.
NOTICE:
Do not shift from “FWD” to
“REV” or from “REV” to “FWD” while
the snowmobile is moving, as the
drive train could be damaged.
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