Ski-Doo Mini Z Manual

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BOMBARDIER®
MINI Z®
Litho’d in Canada (MMO2000-002A.fm GM)
®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
©1999 Bombardier Inc. All rights reserved.
SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding 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 handbook should remain with the snowmo-
bile at all time.
BOMBARDIER
Recreational Products
After Sales Service
Valcourt (Quebec)
Canada J0E 2L0
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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new SKI-DOO snowmobile.
Whatever model you have chosen, it is backed by the Bombardier
warranty and a network of authorized Ski-Doo snowmobile dealers
ready to provide the parts, service or accessories you may require.
Your dealer is committed to your satisfaction. He has taken training
to perform the initial set-up and inspection of your snowmobile as
well as completed the final adjustments before you took possession.
At delivery, your dealer 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 Manual .
At delivery, you were also informed of the warranty coverage and
completed the Warranty Registration Form which is to be sent to us
for processing. In the near future you should be receiving a warranty
card which will confirm our receipt of the registration as well as be
used for warranty or recall purposes.
WARRANTY CARD
Vehicle Model
Number
A00K04A
Expiration Date
(Year/Month/Day)
Owner
Dealer
Number
Vehicle Serial
Number
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NOTICE TO PARENTS
Review this guide with any user of this snowmobile.
Please take time with the children to review the instructions on its
safe and proper use, while paying attention to the on-product safety
labeling before allowing them to ride snowmobile.
Understand the controls and operation of the snowmobile, carefully
read the operator’s guide, pay attention to the on-product safety la-
beling and review them with the children before allowing them to
ride.
It is important that you supervise the children 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 operate the snowmobile safely.
Do not allow children to ride snowmobile if they are younger than the
recommended age of 6 years (or weighing over 100 lbs) or if they do
not have the strength, skills or judgment required to operate the
snowmobile. Always remember that your approach to safety influ-
ences the child. If available locally, enroll your children in a snowmo-
bile safety training program.
THIS GUIDE SHOULD REMAIN WITH THE SNOWMOBILE AT ITS
RESALE.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY ..................................................................................... 6
SAFETY LABELING .................................................................. 7
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY
2000 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE............................................... 9
BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY
2000 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE............................................... 11
LIST OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS OFFICES ........................... 13
AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS .......................................... 13
CHILD’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 Starter Handle......................................................... 21
7) Choke Button ....................................................................... 22
8) Hood Latches....................................................................... 22
BEFORE YOU START ............................................................... 23
Throttle....................................................................................... 23
Brake.......................................................................................... 24
Visual Inspection ........................................................................ 25
Track .......................................................................................... 26
HOW TO START ....................................................................... 27
HOW TO STOP ......................................................................... 31
EMERGENCY STOP.................................................................. 32
FIRST RIDE................................................................................ 33
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HOW TO RIDE .......................................................................... 34
Sitting ........................................................................................ 34
Kneeling..................................................................................... 35
Standing .................................................................................... 36
Passenger.................................................................................. 37
People at Front.......................................................................... 37
SIGNALS .................................................................................. 38
Stop........................................................................................... 38
Left Turn.................................................................................... 39
Right Turn.................................................................................. 40
AFTER USE............................................................................... 40
PARENT’S SECTION................................................................ 41
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ............................ 42
Vehicle Serial 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............................................................... 46
PRE-START CHECK.................................................................. 47
Check Points ............................................................................. 47
STARTING PROCEDURE ......................................................... 48
Manual Starting ......................................................................... 48
FUEL AND OIL.......................................................................... 49
Recommended Fuel .................................................................. 49
Recommended Oil .................................................................... 50
Engine Oil Level ........................................................................ 51
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REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE ................................................. 53
Chain Guard Removal and Installation ....................................... 54
Clutch Axle and Drive Chain Lubrication .................................... 54
Drive Chain Tension................................................................... 55
Brake Condition.......................................................................... 55
Brake Adjustment ...................................................................... 56
Rear Suspension Condition........................................................ 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
Bulb Replacement...................................................................... 63
STORAGE.................................................................................. 64
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................... 65
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................... 67
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART ........................ 68
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP .............................. 70
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SAFETY
This guide uses the following symbols.
CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could
severely damage snowmobile components.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully com-
plete an instruction.
Children should only be allowed to use the snowmobile in the
presence or under the supervision of an adult.
Instruct children thoroughly as to the use of the snowmobile and
ensure they are familiar with the snowmobile controls, area of
use and riding practices before allowing them to operate the
snowmobile.
Use of snowmobile should be limited to daylight operation only,
in areas clear of obstacles and on adequate snow covered ter-
rain. Ensure children do not operate the snowmobile on frozen
bodies of water, or on snowmobile 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 protective cloth-
ing including an approved safety helmet.
Always keep the snowmobile well serviced and maintained. Re-
spect and comply with the manufacturer‘s recommended in-
structions as to the maintenance, service and storage of the
snowmobile.
Do not modify or alter the snowmobile and/or any component.
Ensure the hood is always closed and all guards are in place.
mWARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, could cause
serious personal injuries including possibility of death.
mWARNING
This snowmobile is classified as a children smowmobile. It is
not designed to exceed speeds of 13 km/h (8 MPH), nor to
carry passenger(s), cargo, pull a sleigh, toboggan or any ob-
ject of similar nature.
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SAFETY LABELING
Safety standards for snowmobiles have been adopted by the Snow-
mobile Safety and Certification Committee of which Bombardier is a
proud participating member. Assurance that your snowmobile meets
these standards is easily checked by locating the Certification Label
on a right vertical portion of the vehicle.
This label signifies that an independent testing laboratory has verified
compliance with the SSCC safety standards. Other important labels
on the vehicle are WARNING or CAUTION labels relating to mainte-
nance and/or snowmobile operation. Ensure all such labeling is re-
tained on the vehicle and its content is followed by vehicle operators.
Observe the Following Warnings:
Do not allow children to refuel the snowmobile or attempt any
repairs or servicing.
Securely attach the tether cord to the child‘s body prior to start-
ing the engine.
Ensure that children do not operate snowmobile on snowmobile
or ATV recreationals trails or near streets, roadways, 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 stopped by activating the emer-
gency cut-out switch, pulling the tether cord or turning off the
key.
Engine should be running only when chain guard is secured in
place. Never run the engine without drive chain installed. Run-
ning an unloaded engine can prove to be dangerous.
Never run the engine when the track is raised off the ground or
with the hood opened or removed.
Maintain the snowmobile in top mechanical condition at all
times.
CE MODÈLE A ÉTÉ ÉVALUÉ
PAR UN LABORATOIRE
D'ESSAIS INDÉPENDANT
ET SATISFAIT TOUTES LES
NORMES DE SÉCURITÉ DU
SSCC EN VIGUEUR À LA
DATE DE FABRICATION.
PARRAINÉ PAR LE COMITÉ DE
SÉCURITÉ DE CERTIFICATION
DE LA MOTONEIGE, INC.
THIS MODEL HAS BEEN
EVALUATED BY AN INDE-
PENDENT TESTING LABOR-
ATORY AND IT MEETS ALL
SSCC SAFETY STANDARDS
IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF
ITS MANUFACTURE.
SPONSORED BY THE SNOWMO-
BILE SAFETY AND CERTIFICA-
TION COMMITTEE, INC.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
CERTIFIED
CERTIFIÉ
A00A1MA
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Do not lubricate throttle and/or brake cables and housings.
Only perform procedures as detailed in this guide. Unless other-
wise specified, engine should be turned OFF and cold for all lu-
brication and maintenance procedures.
This snowmobile 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.
Most components of this snowmobile are built with parts dimen-
sioned in the metric system. Most fasteners are metric and must
not be replaced by customary fasteners or vice versa.
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