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Summary of Contents for Mini Z

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Page 2: ...ing any of the safety precautions and instructions con tained in this Operator s Guide Safety Handbook or on product labels could cause injury including the possibility of death This Operator s Guide...

Page 3: ...aler would have explained the snowmobile con trols We trust you have taken full advantage of this If you need more complete servicing information please ask your dealer about the Ski Doo MINI Z Shop M...

Page 4: ...ren at all times in order to prevent serious injuries It is at your discretion to allow unsupervised use only if you should pre determine that all children have the ability strength and judgment to op...

Page 5: ...S SECTION 14 SNOWMOBILE DESCRIPTION 15 CLOTHING 16 SNOWMOBILE CONTROLS 17 1 Throttle Lever 18 2 Brake Lever 18 3 Ignition Switch 18 4 Tether Cut Out Switch 20 5 Emergency Cut Out Switch 21 6 Rewind S...

Page 6: ...ial Number Location 42 Engine Serial Number Location 43 ON VEHICLE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 44 Chain Guard 44 Hood above footrest 44 BREAK IN PERIOD 45 Engine 45 10 Hour Inspection 45 BEFORE YOU START 4...

Page 7: ...ion 58 Suspension Stopper Straps Condition 58 Track Condition 58 Track Tension and Alignment 58 Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism 62 Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners 63 Exhaust System 63 B...

Page 8: ...ile or ATV recreational trails or near streets roadways driveways or sidewalks Make sure area is free of wire fencing tree stumps or other haz ards Always make sure children wear all appropriate prote...

Page 9: ...driveways or sidewalks In most States and Provinces it is considered an illegal operation Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement be fore starting engine The snowmobile engine can be s...

Page 10: ...owmobile is designed for the driver only and no provi sions have been made for a passenger The engine and components used in this particular model should not be used on any other type of equipment Mos...

Page 11: ...nuine BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor at any authorized SKI DOO dealer during the Warranty Coverage Period 3 CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED The customer must notify an au...

Page 12: ...itation or exclusion may not apply BOMBARDIER reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time being under stood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to the S...

Page 13: ...rge for parts and labor at any local authorized SKI DOO dealer 3 CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED The customer must notify a local authorized SKI DOO dealer within two 2 days of the appearanc...

Page 14: ...ate this warranty into local language it is then understood and agreed that in the event of any discrepancy among the two versions the English version shall prevail It is the customer s responsibility...

Page 15: ...rt Quebec Canada J0E 2L0 Telephone 450 532 5000 Fax 450 532 5077 USA BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA 7575 Bombardier Court P O Box 8035 Wausau WI 54402 8035 USA Telephone 715 848 4957 Fax 715...

Page 16: ...14 CHILD S SECTION MMO2000 002A book Page 14 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 17: ...SNOWMOBILE DESCRIPTION 1 Handlebar 2 Windshield 3 Hood 4 Front bumper 5 Skis 6 Track 7 Snow guard 8 Rear bumper 9 Seat A31H0OA 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 9 8 MMO2000 002A book Page 15 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31...

Page 18: ...t User s should be adequately clothed Do not permit loose clothing which could be entangled in moving parts or get snagged on tree branches 1 Safety helmet 2 Goggles 3 Mittens 4 Warm up boots 5 Warm u...

Page 19: ...tle lever 2 Brake lever 3 Ignition switch 4 Tether cut out switch 5 Emergency cut out switch 6 Rewind starter handle 7 Choke button 8 Hood latches 8 A31H0PA 1 5 4 2 8 3 6 7 MMO2000 002A book Page 17 W...

Page 20: ...should also be released to bring the snowmobile to a complete halt CAUTION Do not apply throttle and brake at the same time 3 Ignition Switch The lights come ON automatically whenever the engine is r...

Page 21: ...ng Key operated 2 position switch To start the engine first turn the key to ON position To stop the engine turn the key to OFF position 1 ON 2 OFF A31E09A 1 2 MMO2000 002A book Page 19 Wednesday March...

Page 22: ...he tether cord to your clothing and the tether cut out switch before starting the engine Leave it attached during your ride 1 Tether cut out switch 2 Tether cord cap 3 Do not remove this disk m WARNIN...

Page 23: ...FF position and simultaneously apply the brake To restart but ton must be at middle ON position 1 ON 2 OFF 6 Rewind Starter Handle Auto rewind type located on right hand side of snowmobile To en gage...

Page 24: ...evice features a multi position button to facilitate cold start 1 Cold start 2 Warm start 8 Hood Latches Hood latches are used to lock hood to its anchors A31C04A 1 2 MMO2000 002A book Page 22 Wednesd...

Page 25: ...T BEFORE you turn on the ignition Throttle Operate the throttle 2 or 3 times before you turn on the ignition Does it return freely to the idle or closed position as shown CORRECT THROTTLE POSITION BEF...

Page 26: ...24 Brake Test your brake lever as you did the throttle CORRECT BRAKE LEVER POSITION BEFORE STARTING A31D05A MMO2000 002A book Page 24 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 27: ...in hood is fastened with hood latches and remove any snow and ice buildup from lights windshield and running boards LEFT SIDE SHOWN HOOD LATCH IN FASTENING POSITION A31H0FA MMO2000 002A book Page 25 W...

Page 28: ...s not frozen to the ground To verify lift rear of snowmobile or ask an adult to help LIFTING REAR OF SNOWMOBILE m WARNING Never lift snowmobile if engine is running A31A03A MMO2000 002A book Page 26 W...

Page 29: ...s to its normal or idle position Verify this before starting Keep hands off of throttle when actually starting Put on your safety helmet and attach tether cord to your clothing TETHER CORD ATTACHED TO...

Page 30: ...er cord cap to snowmobile switch TETHER CORD CAP CONNECTED TO SWITCH Turn the ignition key to the ON position IGNITION KEY TO THE ON POSITION A31E0PB A31E01A MMO2000 002A book Page 28 Wednesday March...

Page 31: ...le position as shown in the next photo EMERGENCY CUT OUT SWITCH TO MIDDLE POSITION Engage choke only if the engine is cold CHOKE IS ENGAGED FOR COLD ENGINE STARTING A31E02A A31C0EA MMO2000 002A book P...

Page 32: ...ng check the headlight and the taillight then set the emergency cut out switch to both extreme positions to be certain it will stop the engine Before restarting your snowmobile recheck the throttle co...

Page 33: ...nd how to stop it Release the throttle and gradually depress the brake lever on the left side of the handlebar and then turn the ignition key to the OFF posi tion TURNING IGNITION KEY TO STOP ENGINE A...

Page 34: ...throttle control and applying the brake BOTH OFF POSITIONS FOR EMERGENCY STOP Remember a snowmobile cannot stop on a dime Braking charac teristics vary with deep snow packed snow or ice If the track...

Page 35: ...free of hazards Push on throttle lever while holding on to handlebar TO ACCELERATE Practice riding by using throttle lever to accelerate then brake lever to brake TO BRAKE Go slowly and avoid all obst...

Page 36: ...s of making your snowmobile go where you want it to These are 3 ways to position your body while riding the snowmobile sitting kneeling or standing Sitting FEET ON THE RUNNING BOARDS KNEES AND HIPS FL...

Page 37: ...35 WORN Kneeling ONE FOOT ON THE RUNNING BOARD AND THE OPPOSITE KNEE ON THE SEAT A31H0HA A31H03A MMO2000 002A book Page 35 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 38: ...36 Standing BOTH FEET ON THE RUNNING BOARD WITH KNEES FLEXED m WARNING Be watchful of any overhead branches or other hazards A31H04A MMO2000 002A book Page 36 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 39: ...passenger WORN People at Front Make certain your snowmobile is pointed away from people or ob jects before you start it No one is to be standing in front of or in back of the snowmobile BAD A31H0IA A3...

Page 40: ...ght out in the proper direction For right turns extend the left arm and raise the hand to a vertical position so it forms a right angle at the elbow Stop TO INDICATE STOP m WARNING Always be careful o...

Page 41: ...39 Left Turn TO INDICATE LEFT TURN A31H06A MMO2000 002A book Page 39 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 42: ...return from your ride stop the engine and remove the tether cord Talk to your parents or the owner of the snowmobile about your ride Remember always drive carefully with your snowmobiling A31H07A MMO...

Page 43: ...41 PARENT S SECTION MMO2000 002A book Page 41 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 44: ...vent of loss These numbers are required by the dealer to complete warranty claims properly No warranty will be allowed by Bombardier Inc if the engine serial number or VIN is removed or mutilated in a...

Page 45: ...43 Engine Serial Number Location 1 Engine serial number A31H0CA 1 MMO2000 002A book Page 43 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 46: ...nce or under the supervision of an adult It is recommended that children using this snowmobile be not less than six 6 years of age This snowmobile is classified as a children s snowmobile group 1 It i...

Page 47: ...and engine overheating are detrimental dur ing the break in period Always remove and clean spark plug after engine break in 10 Hour Inspection As with any precision piece of mechanical equipment we su...

Page 48: ...lebar works freely and turns both ways There should be no excessive play in the steering linkage or connections to the skis Remove accumulated ice and snow from underneath the hood Drive chain Check f...

Page 49: ...e Adjustment on page 56 in this guide Verify skis and steering operate freely Verify track and idler wheels are unfrozen and free to turn Check fuel and engine oil level to be done by an adult only En...

Page 50: ...nd in good condition This disk will unplug tether cord and stop engine if children try to open hood while engine is running See page 20 Set choke button to ON or OFF position depending of the weather...

Page 51: ...ded to engine base only CAUTION Never experiment with other fuels The use of unrec ommended fuel can result in snowmobile performance deterio ration and damage to critical parts in the fuel system and...

Page 52: ...oil container to be sure it includes the letters SF or SG SAE 5W 30 is recommended for general all temperature use Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your...

Page 53: ...ck the oil level by removing dipstick at engine base Oil level must be to the top of the oil filler neck If not refill up to oil filler neck using SAE 5W 30 recommended for general use CHECKING OIL LE...

Page 54: ...52 1 Proper oil level m WARNING Check level and refill every time you refuel Do not overfill Wipe off any spillage A31C0CA 1 MMO2000 002A book Page 52 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

Page 55: ...d SKI DOO dealer and according to these directions as well as the LU BRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART Do not allow children to lift hood to attempt repairs or maintenance WRONG m WARNING Engine and its...

Page 56: ...Drive Chain Lubrication Clutch Axle Lubrication Remove chain guard Remove chain from clutch gear NOTE Do not remove chain from driven gear Chain may be difficult to reinstall Remove clutch nut and sli...

Page 57: ...ubricate drive chain slightly Oil must not contact brake pads Drive Chain Tension Snowmobile is equipped with an automatic tensioner Ensure that tensioner spring is not damaged Brake Condition The bra...

Page 58: ...is not within 15 mm 19 32 in to 20 mm 25 32 in of the handlebar readjust brake Refer to the following photo 1 Brake lever A If measurement is not within 15 mm 19 32 in to 20 mm 25 32 in readjust brake...

Page 59: ...lways reinstall chain guard Do not operate engine with hood opened or chain guard removed Improper servicing modification or poor adjustment may affect gears perfor mance and life Always obtain dealer...

Page 60: ...d inspect condition If worn or cut or if track fibers are exposed or if missing or defective inserts or guides are noted contact an authorized dealer Track Tension and Alignment Tension NOTE The snowm...

Page 61: ...3 kg 16 lb A 60 mm 2 3 8 in B 35 mm 1 3 8 in CAUTION Too much tension will result in power loss and exces sive stresses on suspension components A00C07A 1 1 A31D0MA A B MMO2000 002A book Page 59 Wedn...

Page 62: ...sen screw Alignment NOTE Track tension and alignment are interrelated Do not adjust one without the other m WARNING Before checking track alignment ensure that the track is free of all particles which...

Page 63: ...sides between edges of track guides and slider shoes TYPICAL 1 Guides 2 Slider shoes 3 Equal distance To correct stop the engine Loosen the lock nuts and tighten the adjustment screw on side where the...

Page 64: ...sm for tight ness of components steering arms control arms and links tie rods ball joints ski coupler bolts etc If necessary contact your dealer m WARNING If lock nuts or retaining screws are not tigh...

Page 65: ...to improve the total performance of the engine If any exhaust system component is removed from the engine severe engine damage will result Bulb Replacement Always check light operation after bulb repl...

Page 66: ...ass y Unplug connector Install new taillight ass y STORAGE It is during summer or when a snowmobile is not in use for more than one month that proper storage is a necessity To prepare your snowmobile...

Page 67: ...lowing usual starting procedure If engine continues to flood see an authorized dealer 4 No fuel to the engine spark plug dry when removed Check fuel tank level turn fuel valve on check condition of fu...

Page 68: ...item 5 of Engine turns over but fails to start 2 Engine is running too hot See item 5 of Engine lacks acceleration or power 3 Ignition timing is incorrect or there is an ignition system failure Contac...

Page 69: ...track guides and slider shoes Regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane number of 86 R M 2 SAE 5W 30 4 stroke motor oil GENERAL MINI Z Engine Maximum power engine speed RPM 4000 Drive chain Numb...

Page 70: ...HART Starting Rope Condition Engine Head Nuts Engine Mount Nuts Exhaust System Engine Lubrication Cooling System Condition Condition of Seals Valve Clearance Oil Level EACH USE Oil Change 6 months 100...

Page 71: ...on Mechanism Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners Suspension Lubrication Suspension Condition Suspension Stopper Straps Condition Track Condition Track Tension and Alignment AS REQUIRED Spark Plug E...

Page 72: ...o receive the warranty registration card from the previous owner when the ownership is transferred as you are entitled to the unexpired portion of the warranty STOLEN UNITS If the event that your snow...

Page 73: ..._______________________________________________________________________ CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP POSTAL CODE NEW ADDRESS OR NEW OWNER ___________________________________________________________________...

Page 74: ...AFFIX BOMBARDIER Recreational Products Ski Doo Warranty Valcourt Quebec Canada J0E 2L0 PROPER POSTAGE MMO2000 002A book Page 72 Wednesday March 24 1999 1 31 PM...

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