BOMBARDIER ski-doo ALPINE 1979 User manual

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Text by:
Technical Information Centre
After Sales Service Department
Bombardier Limited
Valcourt, Ouebec
Canada, JOE 210
Suggested Retail Price: $2.75
(First copy free with unit purchased)
The following are trademarks of Bom-
bardier Limited.
BOMBARDIER EVEREST
SKI-DOO MIRAGE
ALPINE NORDIC
BLIZZARD OLYMPIQUE
CARRY-BOOSE SKI-BOOSE
ELAN T'NT
ELITE

CONGRATULATIONS... You are now
the proud owner of a new 1919 Ski-
Doo snowmobile. This vehicle is the re-
sult of incomparable teamwork be-
tween Bombardier designers, engi-
neers and technicians. Consequently,
this vehicle is designed and engineered
with safety, handling, comfort and
quietness in mind.
The information has been prepared to
acquaint the
owner /operator of a
new snowmobile with the various ve-
hicle controls, owner-related mainte-
nance, and safe operating instructions.
This is accomplished via 'The
Snow-
mobile Safety Handbook Booklet' and
the 'Operator Manual'. Each is insepa-
rable toward proper use of the product,
and should be kept
with the vehicle at
all times.
Should you have any questions per-
taining to the warranty and its applica-
tion, please consult the
"Often Asked
Question" section of this manual, or
your selling dealer.
This manual emphasizes particular in-
formation denoted by the wording and
symbols:
WARNING: Identifies an instruc-
tion which, if not followed, could
cause personal injury.
CAUTION: Denotes an instruc-
tion which, if not followed, could
severely damagevehicle components.
O
NOTE.: Indicates supplementary
information needed to fully com-
plete an instruction.
Although tho mere reading of such in-
formation does not eliminate the haz-
ard, your understanding of the infor-
mation will promote its correct use.
Hide safe and have fun.
Recreational Products Group
Bombardier Limited,
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada
PLEASE ENSURE YOUR WARRANTY BY-REGISTERiN~
YOUR SNOWMOBILE THROUGH YOUR DEALER, AT THE.
fACTORY.
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precautions:
@Throttle mechanism should be
checked
for free movement before
starting engine.
@Engine should be running only when
pulley guard is secured in place.
@Never run engine without drive belt
installed. Running an unloaded en-
gine can prove to be dangerous.
@Never run the engine at high R. PM.
when the tracks of the engine are
raised
off the ground.
@It can be danqerous to run engine
with the cab removed.
@Gasoline is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. f\lways
perform procedures in a well ventila-
ted area. Do not smoke or allow
open flames or sparks in the vicinity.
If gasoline fumes are noticed while
driving, the cause should be de-
termined and corrected without
delay.
@Your snowmobile is not designed to
be operated on public streets, road
or highways. In most States and
Provinces, it is considered an illngal
operation.
@Maintain your vehicle in top mocha-
nical condition at all times.
@Your snowmobile is not designed to
be driven or operated on black top,
bare earth, or other abrasive sur-
faces. On such surfaces abnormal
and excessive wear of critical parts
is inevitable.
@Only perform procedures as detailed
in this manual. Unless otherwise
specified, engine should be turned
OFF for all lubrication and rnainto-
nance procedures.
@Installation of other than standard
equipment, including ski-spreaders,
bumpers, pack racks, etc..
could
severely affect the stability and
safety
of your vehicle. Avoid
on accessories
that alter the
vehicle configuration.
@The snowmobile engine can be
stopped by activating the emergen-
cy cut-out switch or turning off the
key.
Please read and understand all
warnings contained elsewhere.
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CONTROLSIINSTRUMENTS
Throttle lever, brake lever, ignition /light switch, headlamp dimmer switch.emer-
gency cut-out switch, manual starter handle, choke, gear shift lever, access door
latch, cab removal, seat compartment, fuel gauge , , ,
.. 4
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Break-in, inspection, inspection checklist ,6
PRE-STARTCHECK
Check points , , 1
fUEL MIXING
Recommended gasoline, recommended oil, fuel mixture ratio, fuel mixing
procedure ,1
STARTING PROCEDURE
Starting procedure, emergency starting, driving tips. ............... 10
LUBRICATION
Frequency, pulley guard removal, drive belt removal, driven pulley, steering
mechanism, gearbox oil level, bogie wheels, rearaxles , 12
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance chart, spark plugs, battery, suspension, tracks, track tension and
alignment, carburetor adjustment, air silencer box, drive belt, steering mecha-
nism, drive chain tension, brake, steering adjustment, engine head nuts, engine
mount nuts, muffler attachernent, fan belt, general inspection, headlamp
.... 14
STORAGE
Tracks, suspension, ski assembly, fuel tank, carburetor, cylinder lubrication, qear-
box, controls, driven pulley, chassis,general inspection
.. ,19
PRE-SEASON PREPARATION
Pre-seasonpreparation, chart , .. . , , .. 22
TROUBLE SHOOTING , .23
TOOUNG 25
SPECifiCATIONS ,. . , 26
HOW TO IDENTIfY YOUR SNOWMOBILE. , , 21
THE 1919
"UMITED WARRANTY" :m
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS , 30
CONSUMER
GUIDE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
USTING
Of AREA DISTRIBUTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
CHANGE
Of ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP , . . . . .. ,. 35
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A) Throttle Control Lever
B) Brake ControlLever
c) Ignition / Light Switch
D) Headlamp Dimmer Switch
E) Emergency Cut-Out
Switch
Located on right side of handlebar.
When depressed, it controls the en-
gine speed and the engagement
of the
transmission. When released, engine
speed returns automatically to idle.
Located on the left side of handlebar.
When depressed, the brake is applied.
When released, it automatically returns
to its original position. Braking effect
is proportionate to the pressure applied
on the lever.
OFF
""ON
-·START
4
AManuaJStarterHandle
G) Choke
Hj Gear Shift Lever
J) Access Door Latch
Key operated, 4 posrnon switch. To
start engine, turn key fully clockwise to
START position and hold. Return key
to ON position immediately engine has
started. To stop engine, turn key coun-
ter-clockwise to OFF position. To illu-
minate both headlamp and taillight,
turn key to LIGHTS position.
The dimmerswitch, located on left side
of handlebar, allows correct selection
of headlamp beam. To obtain hiah or
low beam simply depress switch. ~
A push button switch located on right
side of handlebar. To stop the engine
in an emergency, press button
down
into lower position.
Before re-starting engine always de-
press button into released upper posi-
tion. The driver of this vehicle should
familiarize himself
with the function of
this device by using it several times on

first outing. Thereby being mentally
prepared for emergency situations
requiring its use.
WARNING: If the button has
been used in an emergency si-
tuation the source
of malfunction
should be determined and corrected
before restarting engine.
Auto rewind type located on right hand
side of vehicle. To engage mechanism,
pull handle.
Apush-pull button. Pull
button to en-
gage choke, push to disengage. The
choke should always be used for easier
cold engine starts. After engine is
warm however, it is
not necessary to
use choke when starting.
A2position,
(FORWARD! REVERSE)
gear shift lever. Push up for forward
and
down for reverse.
CAUTION: Do not active gear
shift lever while snowmobile is in
motion.
ONOTE:
When towing a disabled
vehicle, its drive belt must be re-
moved from pulleys and the gear shift
lever positioned into forward gear.
To gain access to the carburetor or
spark plugs, lift pressure lock tap and
pull open access door.
To adjust locking device turn
nut in
required direction.
Unlatch cab by turning both handles
toward front of vehicle, remove fuel
tank cap, gently lift cab then discon-
nect junction block at right side of en-
gine. Remove cab from vehicle.
WARNING: It is dangerousto run
engine
with cab off. Personal
injury could result.
Remove backrest and tilt seat Ideal
location for spare plugs, belt, rope,
etc.
ONOTE:
Emergency materials
should be wrapped in foam or
similar material. This will prevent pos-
sible damage to breakable items when
travelling over rough or
bumpy terrain.
Unscrew fuel tank cap and withdraw
dipstick to check fuel level.
WARNiNG: Never use a lite
match or open flame to check
fuel level.

With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile
engines, a break-in period is required
before running the vehicle at full
throttle. Engine's manufacturer recom-
mendation is 10to 15 operating hours.
During this period, a richer mixture is
needed (i.e. 40 parts of gas for 1part of
50/1 Bombardier oill. Maximum
throttle should not exced % , however,
brief full acceleration and speed varia-
tions contribute to a good break
.. in.
Continued wide open throttle accelera-
tions, prolonged cruising speeds, and
lugging are detrimental during the
break-in period.
6
As with any precision piece of mechan-
ical equipment, we suggest that after
the first 10 hours of operation or 30
days after the purchase, whichever
comes first, that your vehicle be
checked by your dealer. This inspec-
tion will give you the opportunity to
discuss the unanswered questions you
may have encountered during the first
hours of operation Remember that it
is easier to remedy at this time than to
allow the snowmobile to operate until
a possible failure occurs.
The 10 hours inspection is at the ex
..
pense of the vehicle owner.

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Engine timing
Fan belt tension
Spark plug condition
Carburetor adjustment
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Engine head nuts
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Engine mount nuts
-------,
Muffler attachment
Gearbox oil level
Chain tension
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Battery electrolyte level
Brake operation and lining condition
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Ski alignment (runner condition)
Pulley alignment and drive belt condition
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Tracks condition, tension and alignment
Lubricate (steering, suspension, driven pulley)
Electrical
wiring (loose connections, stripped wires, damaged insulation), tighten all 10056
bolts, nuts and linkage
Operation of lighting system (HI / LO beam, brake light, etc.), test operation
of emergency
cut-out switch
We recommend that you have your dealer sign this inspection.
inspection Dealer signature
7

Oil must be added to the gasoline in
pre-measured amounts then both oil
and gasoline should be thorouqhlv
mixed together before fueling the tank.
The correct gasoline is regular gasoline
(not less than 92 octane), available
from all service stations.
CAUTiON: Never experiment
with different fuel or fuel ratios.
Never use low lead or non leaded gaso-
line, naphtha, methanol or similar
products.
Use concentrated Bombardier snow-
mobile oil available from your dealer.
This type of oil has specially form ulated
oil bases to meet the lubrication re-
quirements of the Bombardier-Rotax
engine.
If Bombardier snowmobile oil is un-
available substitute
with ahigh-quality
2 cycle snowmobile oil. The oil / gas
mix must meet the vehicle requie-
rnents. See oil manufacturer recom-
mendations on container.
CAUTION: Never use outboard
or straight mineral oils.
The importance of usinq the correct
fuel mixture cannot be overstressed.
An incorrect fuel ratio results in serious
engine damage. Recommended fuel
ratio is 50/ 1.
S.!. Measure
400 m oil to 20 liters = 50/ 1
Imperial Measure
1can 16oz oil to 5 imp. gals =50 / 1
U.S. Measure
1can 12oz oil to 5 U.S. gals = 50/1
ONOTE: To
facilitate fuel mixing
oil should be kept at room tem-
perature.
8
To mix the gasoline and oil always use
aseoarate clean container. Never mix
directly in your snowmobile tank. For
best results, acquire
two containers, ei-
ther plastic or metal. Draw frorn one
until
empty then use the second one.
WARNING: Gasoline is flamma-
ble and explosive under certain
conditions. Always performprocedures
in awell ventilated area. Do
not smoke
or allow open flames or sparks in
the
vicinity. If gasoline fumes are noticed
while driving, the cause should be de-
termined and corrected without delay.
Never add fuel while engine is funning.
Avoid skin contact with fuel at below
freezing temperatures.
1Pour approximately one
(J811on of
gasoline into adean container.
2. Add the full amount of oil.