Ski-Doo 1982 Blizzard 5500 MX User manual

1982
OPERATOR1S
MANUAL
@ "Lr suernarks ot Bombardier Inc.
Litho'd in Canada All
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model
V.I.N.
purchase date _
warranty expiry date
To be completed by dealer at time of sale.
DEALER IMPRINT AREA
MOTO-SKI
FUTURA
SPIRIT
NUVIK
MIRAGE
SUPER SONIC
ULTRA SONIC
SONIC
EVEREST
CITATION
OLYMPIQUE
T'NT
NORDIK
SKANDIC
The following are trademarks of Bom-
bardier Inc.
BOMBARDIER
SKI-DOO
ALPINE
BLIZZARD
CARRY-BOOSE
ELAN
ELITE
GRAND PRIX SPECIAL
TECHNICAL PUBLICA
nONS
AFTER SALES SERVICE DEPARTMENT
BOMBARDIER INC.
VALCOURT, QUEBEC
CANADA, JOE2LO

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FOREWORD
The Operator Manual and the Snow-
mobile Safety handbook have been
prepared to acquaint the owner Ioper-
ator of a new snowmobile with the var-
ious vehicle controls maintenance and
safe operating instructions. Each is in-
dispensable for the 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 uses the following sym-
bols.
A WARNING: Identifies an instruc-
".. tion which, if not followed, could
cause personal injury.
... CAUTION: Denotes an instruc-
,.. tion which, if not followed, could
severely damage vehicle components.
ONOTE: Indicates supplementary
information needed to fully com-
plete an instruction.
Although the mere reading of such in-
formation does not eliminate the haz-
ard, your understanding of the infor-
mation will promote its correct use.

SAFETY IN MAINTENANCE
Observe the following
precautions:
• Throttle mechanismshould becheck-
ed for free movement before starting
engine.
• The snowmobile engine can be
stopped by activating the emergen-
cy cut-out or tether switches or turn-
ing
off the key.
• Clean and check operation of the
headlight tail light and brake light.
• Engineshould be running only when
pulley guard is secured in place.
• Never run the engine
without drive
belt installed. Running an unloaded
engine can prove to be dangerous.
• Never run the engine when the track
is raised
off the ground.
• It can be dangerous to run engine
with the hood removed.
• Gasoline is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Always
manipulate in a well 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 determined and
corrected
without delay.
• Maintain your vehicle in top mechan-
ical condition "atall 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.
• Your snowmobile is not designed to
be operated on public streets, road
or highways. In most States and
Provinces, it is considered an illegal
operation.
•Installation of other than standard
equipment, including ski-spreaders,
bumpers, pack racks, etc., could
severely affect the stability and safe-
ty of your vehicle. Avoid adding on
accessories that alter the basic ve-
hicle configuration.
• Whenever the vehicle is parked out-
doors, overnight or for a long peri-
od, it issuggestedto protect it against
the inclemency of the weather with
asnowmobile cover.
• Do not lubricate throttle
and/or
brake cables and housings.
• Only perform procedures as detailed
in this manual. Unless otherwise
specified, engine should be turned
OFF for all lubrication and mainte-
nance procedures.
• This vehicle is designed for the
driver only. No provisions have been
made for a passenger.
•
PLEASE READAND UNDERSTAND
ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
IN THIS
MANUAL AND ON THE
VEHICLE.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD REMAIN WITH THE VEHICLE AT
THE TIME OF RESALE.
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INDEX
THE 1982 uLIMITED WARRANTY 4
OFTEN ASKED QUESTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .6
LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS ,.8
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE , ." 9
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
Throttle lever, brake lever, ignition/light switch, high beam indicator, emergency
cut-out switch, headlamp dimmer switch, rewind starter handle, primer, speed-
ometer, tether cut-out switch, oil level indicator, fuel gauge, fuel tank cap, hood
latch, adjustable steering handle, tool box
... , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ... . . .10
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Break-in, inspection! inspection checklist , , 13
FUEL
Recommended gasoline, recommended injection oil 15
PRE-START CHECK
Check points. . , , ,........... .15
STARTING PROCEDURE
Manual starting! emergency starting, before riding. . . . . . . . . . . . .. .... . .. .16
LUBRICATION
Frequency, steering mechanism, chaincase oil level, oil injection system, drive
axle, slide suspension ,. .17
MAINTENANCE
Belt guard removal, drive belt removal! drive belt condition, new drive belt, drive
pulley! brake condition, brake adjustment, suspension condition, suspension ad-
justment, track condition, track tension and alignment, steering mechanism,
steering adjustment, spark plugs, engine head nuts, engine mount nuts, muffler
attachment, carburetor adjustment, oil injection pump adjustment, fan belt,
headlamp beam aiming! bulb replacement, general inspection .19
STORAGE
Track, suspension! skis, controls, chaincase, fuel tank, carburetor, cylinder lubri-
cation, chassis, general inspection
.. , . . . . . . . .. .28
PRE-SEASON PREPARATION
Pre-seasonpreparation chart " . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 31
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 32
TOOLS
.. , , 34
SPECIFICATIONS , , 35
WIRING DIAGRAM , . , , . .. . 37
SI
METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE 38
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP. . .. .39
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LIMITED WARRANTY 1982 SKI .. DOO~ SNOWMOBILES
1 .. PERIOD
BOMBARDIER@ INC. as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF FIRST
CONSUMER SALES, every 1982
SKI-DOO@ snowmobile, sold as NEW AND UN-
USED, by an authorized SKI-DOO dealer,
for periods of:
• 12 consecutive
months for ELAN®, CITATION*, EVEREST®, ELlTE®,
ALPINE® models.
• 90 consecutive days
for NORDIK*, SKANDIC*, BLiZZARD® 5500 MX and 9500
models subject to the following:
1. If delivery is made after the 31st day of March
of a given year and before the 1st
day of December
of the same year, the above 90 day warranty will start on De-
cember 1st.
2. If delivery is made
on/or after the 2nd day of January of a given year but before
the 31st day
of March of the same year, all the unused portion of the 90 day pe-
riod will be carried over to the
next winter and start again on the 1st day of De-
cember
of the same year.
2 .. WHAT BOMBARDIER. WILL DO
BOMBARDIER will repair and/or replace, at its option, components defective in
material
and/or workmanship (under normal use and servlce.) with agenuine
BOMBARDIER component
without charge for parts or labour, at any authorized
SKI-DOO dealer during said warranty period.
3 .. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED
Present to the servicing dealer, the hard copy of the BOMBARDIER Customer Re-
gistration card received by the customer
from the selling dealer at time of pur-
chase.
4 .. WARRANTY TRANSFER
This warranty is transferable to subsequent owner(s) for remainder of warranty pe-
riod
from original date of sale.
5 .. EXCLUSIONS .. ARE NOT WARRANTED
•Normal wear on all items such as, but not limited to:
- drive belts
slider shoes
- spark plugs
-breaker points
-runners on skis
•Replacement parts
and/or accessories which are not genuine BOMBARDIER
parts
and/or accessories.
• Damage resulting
from installation of parts other than genuine BOMBARDIER
parts.
• Damage caused by failure to provide proper maintenance as detailed in the
Operator Manual. The labour, parts and lubricants costs
of all maintenance ser-
vices, including tune-ups and adjustments will be charged to the owner.
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• A sulphated battery.
• Vehicles used
for racing purposes.
• All optional accessories installed on the vehicle.
(The normal warranty policy
for parts and accessories, if any, applies).
• Damage resulting from accident, fire or other casualty, misuse, abuse or ne-
glect.
• Damage resulting from modification to the snowmobile
not approved in writing
by BOMBARDIER.
• Losses incurred by the snowmobile owner other than parts and labour, such as,
but not limited to, transportation, towing, telephone calls, taxis, or any other in-
cidental or consequential damages.
Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inciden-
tal or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply.
6• EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other legal
rights which
may vary from state to state, or province to province. Where ap-.
plicable this warranty is expressly in lieu of all other expressed or implied
warranties
of BOMBARDIER, its distributors and the selling dealer, including
any warranty of merchantability of fitness for any particular purpose; other-
wise the implied warranty is limited to the duration of this warranty.
How-
ever, some states or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an im-
plied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply.
Neither the distributor, the selling dealer, nor any other person has been
authorized to
make any affirmation, representation or warranty other than
those contained in this warranty, and if made, such affirmation, representa-
tion or warranty shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER or any other
person.
BOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to modify its warranty policy at any
time, being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty
conditions applicable to vehicles sold while the above warranty is in effect.
7.CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
If a servicing problem or other difficulty occurs, we suggest the following:
1. Try to resolve the problem at the dealership
with the Service Manager or
Owner.
2. If this fails, contact your area distributor listed in the Operator Manual.
3. Then if your grievance still remains unsolved, you may write to us:
Bombardier Inc.
Service Department
Recreational Products
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada, JOE 2LO
January
1981
Bombardier Inc.
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada, JOE 2LO
"Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
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OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Why rnust my snowmobile be registered? After alii do have my original invoice
as
proof of when I purchased my snowmobile.
A: Your warranty is valid at any authorized dealer of the product. Your regis-
tration is the key element in providing the servicing dealer with the necessary
data to complete warranty claim forms. This information is also used to
notify
owners in the event of asafety recall.
Q: How do I know my vehicle has been registered at the factory?
A: When you bought yoursnowmobile the dealer shouldhave completed, and
forwarded us the manufacturer's copy of the Customer Warranty Registra-
tion. YOUR DEALER SHOULD HA VEGIVEN YOU THE
HARD COPY OF THE
WARRANTY REGISTRA T/ON FORM.
Q: I bought my snowmobile in O'Kinq County but Isnowmobile in Washington
County. Can the dealer in Washington County accept to perform warranty
work
on my snowmobile?
A: Yes, any authorizeddealer in North America can perform warranty repairs,
providing the customer warranty reaistretion card is presented.
Q: Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snow-
mobile?
A: In this Operator Manualprovided with the vehicle at the time of first sale.
Q: Will the entire warranty be void or cancelled, if I do not operate or maintain my
new snowmobile exactly as specified in the Operator's Manual?
A: The warranty of the new snowmobile cannotbe "Voided" or "Cancelled".
However,
if aparticular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other
than is shown in the OperatorManual, THA Ttenure may not be coveredunder
warranty. This includes service work performed by the customer, especially
the critical adjustments to ignition, timing, carburation
and oil injection/or oil
mixture.
Q: Would you give some examples of abnormal use or strain/ neglect or abuse?
A: These terms are general and overlap each other in areas. Some specific ex-
amples may include: running the machine
out of oil, chain failure caused by a
lack
of lubrication, operating the machine with abroken or damaged part
which causes another part to fail, and so on. If you have any specific questions
on operation
or maintenance, please contact your dealer for advice.
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Q: What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period?
A: The customer's responsibility includes all costs of normalmaintenance ser-
vices, non-warranty repairs, accidents
and col/ision damage, as well as oils,
and spark plugs, and incidental or consequential damages costs as explained
in the warranty.
Q: Are "Genuine" Bombardier replacement parts used in warranty repairs covered
by warranty?
A: Yes. When installed by an authorized dealer, any "genuine" Bombardier
part used in warranty repairs assumes the remaining warranty that exists on
the machine.
Q: If I sell my snowmobile within the warranty period, will the new owner qualify
for the balance of the warranty?
A: Yes, provided the unit has already been registered with the manufacturer.
Note that the change
of ownership card in this manual should be completed
and sent to Bombardier Inc.
Q: How can I receive the best owner assistance?
A: The satisfaction and goodwill of the owners of Bombardierproductsare of
primary concern to your dealer and Bombardier Inc. Normally, any problems
that arise in connection with the sales transaction or the operation of your
snowmobile
will be handledby your Dealers Sales or Service Departments. It
is recognized, however,
that despite the best intentions of everyone concern-
ed, misunderstandings
will sometimes occur. If you have a problem that has
not been handled to your satisfaction through normal channels, we suggest
that you discuss yourproblem with amember
of dealership management. Fre-
quently, complaints are the result
of abreakdown in communications and can
quickly be resolved
by a member of the dealership management. If the prob-
lem already has been reviewed with the Sales Manager
or Service Manager,
contact the Dealer himself or the General Manager.
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LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS
CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS
ALPINE DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED
Kalamalka Lake Road
P.O. Box 159
Vernon, British Columbia,
Vl T 6M2
[phone]
British Columbia
BOMBARDIER INC.
EASTERN
CANADA DISTRIBUTION
DIVISION
Atlantic Branch
P.O. Box 670
Shediac,
New Brunswick, EOA 3GO
[phone]
Magdalen Island, Nova Scotia, New
Brunswick, Prince Edward Island
BOMBARDIER INC.
EASTERN
CANADA DISTRIBUTION
DIVISION
(Quebec Branch)
1350 Nobel Boulevard
Boucherville, Quebec, J4B 1A1
[phone] or 655-6121
Province of Quebec
BOMBARDIER INC.
EASTERN
CANADA DISTRIBUTION
DIVISION
Ontario Branch
230 Bayview Drive
Barrie, Ontario, L4N 4Y8
[phone]
Province of Ontario
BROOKS EQUIPMENT LIMITED
1616 King Edward Street
P.O. Box 985
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 2V8
[phone]
Manitoba, Saskatchewan
HUDSON'S BAY CO. LTD.
165 Hymus Blvd
Pointe-Claire, Quebec,
M4W 1A8
[phone]
North-West Territories, Franklin
District & Keewatin
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J.W. RANDALL LIMITED
West Street
P.O. Box 1050
Corner Brook, Newfoundland, A2H 6G7
[phone]
Newfoundland, Labrador
TRACT EQUIPMENT
14325, 114th Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta, T5M 2Y8
[phone]
Alberta, Dist. Mackenzie, Yukon,
N.W.T.
AMERICAN DISTRIBUTORS
BOMBARDIER CORPORATION
4505
West Superior Street
P.O. Box 6106
Duluth, Minnesota 55806
[phone]
North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin,
Illinois, Missouri, Michigan, Indiana,
Ohio (less eastern half), Tennessee,
Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia,
Northern Idaho, Northern Wyoming,
Montana, Iowa, Washington.
ELLIOTT &HUTCHINS INC.
East Main Street Road
Malone,
New York 12953
[phone]
New York, Massachusetts, Connec-
ticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania,
New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware,
District of Columbia, Eastern half of
Ohio, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont.
MILLER EQUIPMENT AND
RECREATIONAL CENTER
1049
Whitney Road
Anchorage, Alaska
99501
[phone]
Alaska

HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE
ENGINE
SERIAL
NUMBER
The main components of your snow-
mobile (engine, track and frame) are
identified by different serial numbers. It
may sometimes become necessary to
locate these numbers for warranty pur-
poses or to trace
your snowmobile in
the event of theft.
O
NOTE: We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers
on your vehicle and supply them to
your insurance company. It will surely
help in the event asnowmobile is stolen.
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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
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A) Throttle Control Lever
B) Brake Control Lever
C) Ignition/Light Switch
DJ Headlamp Dimmer Switch
EJ High Beam Indicator
F) Emergencv Cut-Out Switch
GJ Rewind Starter Handle
AI Throttle Control Lever
Located on right side of handlebar.
When compressed, it controls the en-
gine speed and the engagement of the
transmission. When released, engine
speed returns automatically to idle.
B) Brake Control Lever
Located on the left side of handlebar.
When compressed, the brake is ap-
plied. When released, it automatically
returns to its original position. Braking
effect is proportionate to the pressure
applied on the lever.
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H) Primer
I Tether Cut-Out Switch
J) Speedometer
K) Oil Level Indicator
L). Fuel Gauge
M) Fuel Tank Cap
NJ Hood Latch
C) Ignition/Light Switch
OFF
..ON
-"TEST"
Key operated, 3position switch. To
start engine, first turn key clockwise to
ON position. To stop engine, turn key
counter-clockwise to OFF position.
The lights are automatically ON when-
ever the engine is running.
To test oil level indicator bulb,
with en-
gine running, turn key to test position.
If bulb does not lite, replace.

D) Headlamp Dimmer Switch
Located on left side of handlebar, flick
switch to high or low beam.
E) High Beam Indicator
Lights up when headlamp is on high
beam.
F) Emergency Cut-Out Switch
A push pull type switch located on the
right side of the handlebar. To stop the
engine in an emergency, push the but-
ton to the lower
off position. To start
engine, button must be at the upper on
position.
tON +- OFF
Upper position Lower position
before starting engine to stop engine
The driver of this vehicle should fami-
liarize himself
with the function of this
device by using it several times on first
outing. Thereby bei0g mentally pre-
paredfor emergency Situations requiring
its use.
.... WARNING: If the switch has
..... been usedin an emergencysitua-
tion the source of malfunction should
bedetermined and corrected before re-'
starting engine.
G) Rewind Starter Handle
Auto rewind type located on right hand
side of vehicle. To engage mechanism,
pull handle.
H) Primer
A push-pull button located alongside
manual starter handle. Pull and push
button (2-3 times) to activate pnmer.
The primer should always be
us~d for
cold engine starts.
After engme IS
warm however, it is not necessary to
use primer when starting.
I) Tether Cut-Out Switch
A pull switch located below t~e
handlebar. Attach tether cord to Wrist
or other convenient location then snap
tether cut-out cap over receptacle be-
fore starting engine.
If emergency engine
"shut off" is re-
quired completely pull cap from safety
switch and engine power will be auto-
matically
shut" off".
ONOTE: The cap must be installed
on the safety switch at all times in
order to operate the vehicle.
.... WARNING: If. the s,,!itch.is used
..... in an emergency Situation the
source of malfuntion should be de-
termined and corrected before restart-
ing engine.
J) Speedometer
The speedometer is linked directly to
the drive axle. Direct-reading dial indi-
cates the speed of the vehicle. Odom-
eter records the total distance travelled
in kilometers.
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K) Oil Level Indicator
Will light up when injection oil level is
low. Check level and replenish as soon
as possible.
~ CAUTION: Do not run engine out
• of oil. Serious engine damage will
occur.
To test oil level indicator bulb, turn ig-
nition key (engine running) to
"test"
position. If light does not glow, replace
bulb.
UFuel Gauge
The fuel gauge is located on the left
side of the fuel tank. The gauge func-
tion on the principle of communicating
vessels, so the fuel level inside the tank
is directly related with the level indi-
cated on the gauge.
.&. WARNING: Neverusea lite match
Tor open flame to check fuel level.
M) Fuel Tank Cap
Accessible under fuel tank cover. Lift
cover, unscrew cap. Plastic retainer will
stop cap from falling.
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N) Hood Latch
Pull down the latch to unhook the
hood from the anchor.
ONOTE: Always lift hood gently up
until stopped by restraining de-
vice.
.&. WARNING: It isdangerous to run
Tan engine with the hood open or
removed. Personal injury could result.
~ CAUTION: Prior to re-securing
• the hood latch, position the bot-
tom edge of the hood into the hood
guide located on each side of the
frame.
Adjustable steering handle
- Remove steering pad.
- Loosen the four (4) retaining screws.
-Adjust the handle to the desired po-
sition.
.&. WARNING: Do not adjust too
Thigh as the brake lever may con-
tact the windshield when turning.
- Lock the steering handle in place by
tightening the four (4) retaining
screws to 26 Nsm (19 It-lbs).
- Reinstall steering pad.
ToolBox
Located under the hood. To gain ac-
cess, tilt hood. Ideal location for spare
plugs, rope, first aid
kit flashlight, etc.

BREAK-IN PERIOD
With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile
engines, a break-in period is required
before running the vehicle at full throt-
tle. Engine's manufacturer recommen-
dation is 10to 15operating hours. Dur-
ing this period, maximum throttle
should not exceed
3/4, however, brief
full acceleration and speed variations
contribute to a good break-in. Con-
tinued wide open throttle accelera-
tions, prolonged cruising speeds, and
lugging are detrimental during the
break-in period.
ONOTE: For the break-in period
only, 1 (16oz) can of Bombardier
50/1 engine oil should be added to t~e
first full fuel tank filling, at a 70/1 ratio.
This will assure additionnal protection
during the initial engine break-in.
.. CAUTION: Remove and clean
... spark plugsafter engine break-in.
ONOTE: A new drive belt requires
a break-in period of 15-25km (10-
15 miles).
1O-Hour Inspection
As with any precision piece of mechan-
ical equipement, we suggest that after
the first 10 hours of operation or 30
days after the purchase, whichever
comes first, your vehicle be checked
by your dealer. This inspection will give
you the opportunity to discuss the un-
answered questions you may have en-
countered 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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10·HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST J
Engine head nuts
Engine mount nuts
Muffler attachment
Engine timing
Spark plug condition
Oil injection pump adjustment
Carburetor adjustment
Brake operation and lining condition
Pulley alignment and drive belt condition
Ski alignment (runner condition)
Track condition, tension and alignment
Fan belt tension and condition
Chain tension
Chaincase, injection oil levels
Suspension and steering condition and lubrication
Electrical wiring (loose connections, stripped wires, damaged insula-
tion), tighten all loose bolts, nuts and linkage
Operation of lighting system (HI / LO beam, brake light, etc.). test
operation of emergency cut-out switch and tether cut-out switch
We recommend that you have your dealer sign this inspection .
Date of 10 hour inspection
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Dealer signature

FUEL PRE-START CHECK
Recommended Gasoline
Use regular leaded or unleaded gaso-
line available from all service stations.
~ CAUTION: Never experimentwith
,.. different fuel or fuel ratios. Never
usenaphtha, methanol, gasohol or sim-
ilar products.
ONOTE: For the break-in period
onlv, 1 (16 oz) can of Bombardier
snowmobile oil should be added to the
FIRST FULL FUEL tank filling, at a
70/1 ratio. This will assure additional
protection during the initial engine
break-in.
..... WARNING: Never "top up" the
..... gas tank before placing the vehi-
cle in a warm area.
At certain tempera-
tures, gasoline will expand and over-
flow.
Recommended Injection Oil
Use concentrated Bombardier snow-
mobile oil available from your dealer.
Check Points
•ACTIVATE THE THROTTLE CON-
TROL LEVER SEVERAL TIMES to
check that it operates easily and
smoothly. The throttle control lever
must return to idle position when re-
leased.
• Check that the skisand the track are
not frozen to the ground or snow
surface and that steering ooerates
freely.
•Activate the brake control lever and
make sure the brake fully applies be-
fore the brake control lever touches
the handlebar grip.
• Check fuel level.
• Check injection oil level.
• Verify that the path ahead of the ve-
hicle is clear of bystanders and ob-
stacles.
..... WARNING: Only start your snow-
..... mobile once alt components are
checked and functioning properly.
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STARTING PROCEDURE
Upperposition
before starting engine
Before riding
Emergency Starting
.... WARNING: Do not start the vehi-
.... cle by the drive pulley unless it is
a true emergency situation, have the
vehicle repaired as soon as possible.
Attach emergency rope to starter grip.
Remove the belt guard from the vehi-
cle and wind the emergency rope tight
around the drive pulley between the
sliding half and the roller guard. Start
the engine as per usual manual start-
ing.
.... WARNING: When starting the ve-
.... hiclein an emergency situation by
the drive pulley, do not make a knot at
the end of the emergency rope and do
not reinstall the belt
gU'ard.
Check operation of the emergency cut-
out switch, and tether switch. Restart
engine.
.... WARNING: If engine does not
.... shut-off when applying the emer-
gency cut-out switch and or when pull-
ing the tether cut-out cap, stop the en-
gine by turning off the ignition key. Do
not operate the vehicle further, see
your dealer.
Allow the engine to warm before oper-
ating at full throttle.
Snap over
receptacle
+-
ON
Ensurethe tether cut-out cap is in posi-
tion and that the cord is attached to
your clothing.
Activate the primer (2 or 3 times).
O
NOTE: Primer is not necessary
when the engine is warm.
Test throttle control lever.
Check that the emergency cut-out
switch is in the ON position.
Manual Starting
Insert the key in the ignition and turn to
ON position.
Grasp manual starter handle firmly and
pull slowly until a resistance is felt then
pull vigorously. Slowly release the re-
wind starter handle.
.... WARNING: Do not apply throttle
.... while starting.
Should the rewind starter rope fray and
break, the engine can be started
with
an emergency starter rope.
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LUBRICATION
Oil level
Cap plug
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Chaincase Oil Level
Check the oil level by removing the oil
level cap plug.
The oil should be level
with the bottom
of the oil level orifice.
ONOTE: The chaincase oil capacity
is approximately 200 mL (7 oz.I.
Oil Injection System
Check reservoir frequently. Replenish
as required, using Bombardier snow-
mobile oil, available from your dealer.
Frequency
Routine maintenance is necessary for
all mechanized products, and the snow-
mobile is no exception. A weekly vehi-
cle inspection contributes to the life
span of the snowmobile as well as re-
tains safe and dependable operation. It
is recommended that the steering sys-
tem and suspension be lubricated
monthly or every 40 hours of opera-
tion. If the vehicle is operated in wet
snow or in severe conditions these
items should be lubricated more fre-
quently.
..... WARNING: Only perform such
Tprocedures as detailed in this
manual. It is recommended
that dearer
assistance be periodically obtained on
other components/systems
not cov-
ered in this manual. Unless otherwise
specified, engine should be turned OFF
for all lubrication and maintenance pro-
cedures.
Steering Mechanism
..... WARNING: Do not lubricate throt-
Ttie and/or brake cables and hous-
ings.
Lubricate the ski legs and transverse
tube at grease fittings. Oil steering ball
joints.
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Drive Axle
Lubricate at grease fitting using low
temperature grease.
•CAUTION: When lubricating the
drive axle bearing, do not apply
excessive grease as the seal will be
pushed out of its housing. Check seal
position with finger.
Suspension Idler Wheels
Lubricate at grease fitting until grease
appears at joints. Use low temperature
grease only.
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