Ski-Doo Mini Z Manual

415 1199 00
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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