Ski-Doo Mini Z Manual

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Mini Z

The following are trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
BOMBARDIER®
MINI Z*
Litho’d in Canada
®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
All rights reserved © Bombardier Inc. 1997 (MMO-9803 PS)
SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions
contained in this
Operator’s Guide , or on-product labels could
cause injury, including the possibility of death.
This
Operator’s Guide handbook should remain with the snow-
mobile at all time.
AFTER SALES SERVICE
BOMBARDIER INC.
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
You are invited to contact our customer service staff at 1-514-532-
5000 should you experience problems which cannot be resolved by
your dealer.
Vehicle Model
Number
A00K03A
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.
Before allowing children to ride 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.
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 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 .................................................................. 8
LIMITED WARRANTY:
1998 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE .............................................. 10
LIST OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS OFFICES........................... 12
AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS .......................................... 12
CHILD’S SECTION .................................................................... 13
SNOWMOBILE DESCRIPTION................................................. 14
CLOTHING ................................................................................ 15
SNOWMOBILE CONTROLS..................................................... 16
1) Throttle Lever....................................................................... 17
2) Brake Lever.......................................................................... 17
3) Ignition Switch ..................................................................... 17
4) Tether Cut-out Switch.......................................................... 18
5) Emergency Cut-out Switch .................................................. 19
6) Rewind Starter Handle......................................................... 19
7) Choke Button ....................................................................... 20
8) Hood Latches....................................................................... 20
BEFORE YOU START ............................................................... 21
Throttle....................................................................................... 21
Brake.......................................................................................... 21
Visual Inspection........................................................................ 22
Track .......................................................................................... 23
HOW TO START ....................................................................... 24
HOW TO STOP ......................................................................... 28
EMERGENCY STOP.................................................................. 29
FIRST RIDE................................................................................ 30
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HOW TO RIDE .......................................................................... 32
Sitting ........................................................................................ 32
Kneeling..................................................................................... 33
Standing .................................................................................... 34
Passenger.................................................................................. 35
People at Front.......................................................................... 36
SIGNALS .................................................................................. 37
Stop........................................................................................... 37
Left Turn.................................................................................... 38
Right Turn.................................................................................. 39
AFTER USE............................................................................... 39
PARENT’S SECTION................................................................ 40
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ............................ 41
Vehicle Serial Number Location ................................................ 41
Engine Serial Number Location ................................................. 42
ON-VEHICLE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 43
Chain Guard............................................................................... 43
Hood (above footrest)................................................................ 43
BREAK-IN PERIOD ................................................................... 44
Engine ....................................................................................... 44
10-Hour Inspection.................................................................... 44
BEFORE YOU START............................................................... 45
PRE-START CHECK.................................................................. 46
Check Points ............................................................................. 46
STARTING PROCEDURE ......................................................... 46
Manual Starting ......................................................................... 46
FUEL AND OIL.......................................................................... 47
Recommended Fuel .................................................................. 47
Recommended Oil .................................................................... 48
Engine Oil Level ........................................................................ 49
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE................................................. 52
Chain Guard Removal and Installation....................................... 52
Clutch Axle and Drive Chain Lubrication ................................... 53
Drive Chain Tension .................................................................. 54
Brake Condition......................................................................... 54
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Brake Adjustment ...................................................................... 55
Rear Suspension Condition........................................................ 57
Suspension Stopper Straps Condition ....................................... 57
Track Condition .......................................................................... 57
Track Tension and Alignment..................................................... 57
Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism.............................. 61
Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners .................................. 62
Exhaust System ......................................................................... 62
Bulb Replacement...................................................................... 62
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.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully com-
plete an instruction.
◆WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, could cause
serious personal injuries including possibility of death.
-CAUTION
Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could severely
damage snowmobile components.
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;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 oper-
ate the snowmobile.
;Use of snowmobile should be limited to daylight operation
only, in areas clear of obstacles and on adequate snow cov-
ered terrain. Ensure children do not operate the snowmobile
on frozen bodies of water, or on snowmobile or ATV recre-
ational trails or near streets, roadways, driveways or side-
walks.
;Make sure area is free of wire fencing, tree stumps or other
hazards.
;Always make sure children wear all appropriate protective
clothing including an approved safety helmet.
;Always keep the snowmobile well serviced and maintained.
Respect and comply with the manufacturer‘s recommended
instructions as to the maintenance, service and storage of the
snowmobile.
;Do not modify or alter the snowmobile and/or any compo-
nent. Ensure the hood is always closed and all guards are in
place.
Do not allow children to refuel the snowmobile or attempt any
repairs or servicing.
◆WARNING
This snowmobile is classified as a children smowmobile. It is not
designed to exceed speeds of 13 km/h (8 MPH), nor to carry pas-
senger(s), cargo, pull a sleigh, toboggan or any object 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 veri-
fied compliance with the SSCC safety standards. Other important
labels on the vehicle are WARNING or CAUTION labels relating to
maintenance and/or snowmobile operation. Ensure all such labeling
is retained on the vehicle and its content is followed by vehicle oper-
ators.
Observe the Following Warnings:
;This snowmobile is classified as a children snowmobile only.
;Children should only be allowed to use the snowmobile in the
presence or under the supervision of an adult.
;Do not allow children to refuel the snowmobile or attempt any
repairs or servicing.
;Always make sure that children wear all appropriate protec-
tive clothing including an approved safety helmet.
;Securely attach the tether cord to the child‘s body prior to
starting the engine.
;Snowmobile use should be limited to daylight operation only
and on adequate snow covered terrain.
;Ensure that children do not operate snowmobile on frozen
bodies of water.
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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;Ensure that children do not operate snowmobile on snowmo-
bile 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
before starting engine.
;The snowmobile engine can be stopped by activating the
emergency 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.
Running 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.
;Do not lubricate throttle and/or brake cables and housings.
;Only perform procedures as detailed in this guide. Unless oth-
erwise specified, engine should be turned OFF and cold for all
lubrication 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 di-
mensioned in the metric system. Most fasteners are metric and
must not be replaced by customary fasteners or vice versa.
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LIMITED WARRANTY:
1998 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE
1. WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD
BOMBARDIER INC. (“Bombardier”), as manufacturer, warrants
FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY TO THE FIRST CONSUMER that
each 1998 SKI-DOO snowmobile sold, as NEW and UNUSED and
PREDELIVERED by an authorized North American SKI-DOO snow-
mobile dealer, will be free from any defects in material and/or work-
manship for a period of TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS.
The warranty coverage period on a snowmobile delivered between
June 1st and December 1st of a given year will expire December 1st
of the following year.
All genuine Bombardier accessories, installed by an authorized SKI- DOO
dealer at the time of delivery of the new and unused SKI-DOO, carry the
same Warranty Coverage Period as for the SKI-DOO snowmobile.
2. WHAT BOMBARDIER WILL DO
BOMBARDIER will repair or replace, at its option, all genuine BOM-
BARDIER part found defective in material and/or workmanship, un-
der normal use, maintenance and service, with a genuine
BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor, at any autho-
rized SKI-DOO dealer during the Warranty Coverage Period.
3. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED
The customer must notify an authorized SKI-DOO dealer within two
(2) days of the appearance of a defect in material and/or workman-
ship and present to the servicing authorized SKI-DOO dealer the SKI-
DOO Warranty Registration Card or a proof of purchase of the NEW
and UNUSED 1998 SKI-DOO snowmobile and must sign the re-
pair/work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate a
warranty repair. All parts replaced under this limited warranty be-
come the property of BOMBARDIER.
4. EXCLUSIONS ARE NOT WARRANTED
• Normal wear and tear items;
• Labor, parts and lubricant costs of all maintenance services;
• Damage caused by failure to provide proper maintenance and/or stor-
age, as described in the “1998 SKI-DOO snowmobile Operator's
Guide”;
• Damage resulting from improper repairs, modifications or use of
non approved parts or, repairs done by a non authorized SKI-DOO
dealer;
• Damage resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, racing or using
the SKI-DOO snowmobile on surfaces other than snow;
• Damage resulting from accident, fire, theft, vandalism or any act of God;
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• Incidental or consequential damages, or damages of any kind as
but not limited to towing charges, telephone calls or taxi; and
• Damages resulting from improper service or maintenance.
5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have
other legal rights which may vary from state to state, or prov-
ince to province. WHERE APPLICABLE, THIS WARRANTY IS EX-
PRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILI-
TY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Neither the distributor, any authorized SKI-DOO dealer nor any
other person has been authorized to make any affirmation, rep-
resentation or warranty other than those contained in this war-
ranty, and if made, such affirmation, representation or warranty
shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER or any other person.
In no event shall BOMBARDIER be liable for special, consequen-
tial or incidental damages, including but not limited to loss of
use and transportation costs. Some states or provinces do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply.
BOMBARDIER reserves the right to modify this warranty at any
time, being understood that such modification will not alter the
warranty conditions applicable to the SKI-DOO snowmobile
sold while this warranty is in effect.
6. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
a. In the event of a controversy or a dispute arising in connection
with this BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY, BOMBARDIER
suggests that you try to resolve the issue at the dealership level.
We recommend discussing the issue with the authorized dealer's
service manager or owner.
b. If further assistance is required, the DISTRIBUTOR's Service De-
partment should be contacted in order to resolve the matter.
c. If the issue has still not been resolved, please submit in writing
your complaint to:
In Canada: In USA:
BOMBARDIER INC. BOMBARDIER MOTOR
SEA-DOO/SKI-DOO Division CORPORATION OF AMERICA
Customer Assistance Center SEA-DOO/SKI-DOO Division
Valcourt QC J0E 2L0 Customer Assistance Center
Tel: [phone] P.O. Box 8035
7575 Bombardier Court
Wausau Wi 54402 8035
Tel: [phone]
BOMBARDIER INC.
SEA-DOO/SKI-DOO Division
December 1996
® Trademark of Bombardier Inc. and/or affiliates.
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LIST OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS OFFICES
AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS
For North-America Only
To find the nearest authorized ski-doo dealer, dial: 1-800-375-4366.
CANADA
BOMBARDIER INC.
726 St-Joseph Street
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada
J0E 2L0
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: (514): 532-6313
USA
BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA
7575 Bombardier Court
P.O. Box 8035, Wausau, WI
54402-8035. USA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: (715): 848-4975
OTHER COUNTRIES
For customer relations, contact your local distributor.
Your local dealer can provide distributor contact information.
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CHILD’S SECTION
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SNOWMOBILE DESCRIPTION
1. Handlebar
2. Windshield
3. Hood
4. Skis
5. Track
6. Snow guard
7. Rear bumper
8. Seat
A31H09B
234187
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CLOTHING
Always wear all appropriate protective clothing including an ap-
proved safety helmet.
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-up pants
6. Jacket
1
A31A01A
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5
4
3
2
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SNOWMOBILE CONTROLS
1. Throttle 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
2
A31H01B
48518
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1) Throttle Lever
Squeezing the lever with your thumb will make the snowmobile go
faster. Releasing the lever slows the snowmobile.
2) Brake Lever
Squeezing the brake lever toward the handlebar slows and stops the
snowmobile. The throttle lever should also be released to bring the
snowmobile to a complete halt.
3) Ignition Switch
The lights come ON automatically whenever the engine is running.
Manual Starting
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.
◆WARNING
Test the throttle lever operation each time you want to start
the engine. This must be done before starting. The lever must
return to its original position once released.
-CAUTION
Do not apply throttle and brake at the same time.
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1. ON
2. OFF
4) Tether Cut-out Switch
When the tether cord is pulled off its switch, the engine stops and
prevents the snowmobile from running away if a throttle problem
occurs or you fall off while riding. Always clip the tether cord to your
clothing and the tether cut-out switch before starting the engine.
Leave it attached during your ride.
A31E09A
1
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