Ski-Doo NORDIK User manual

1982
OPERATOR6S
MANUAL
NORDIK*
SKANDIC*
®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
Litho'd in Canada All rights
reserved ©BombardierInc.
414472700

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
TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS
AFTER SALES SERVICE
BOMBARDIER INC.
VALCOURT, QUEBEC
CANADA, JOE2LO
The following are trademarks of Bom-
bardier Inc.
BOMBARDIER EVEREST
SKI-DOO CITATION
ALPINE OLYMPIQUE
BLIZZARD
T'NT
CARRY-BOOSE NORDIK
ELAN SKANDIC
ELITE
GRAND PRIX SPECIAL

FOREWORD
The Operator Manual and the Snow-
mobile Safety handbook have been
prepared to acquaint the owner / oper-
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. .
• 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.
Most specifications are given in both metric and customary units. Where precise
accuracy is not required, some conversions are rounded to even numbers for
easier use.
A shop manual can be obtained for complete service, maintenance and repair in-
formation.

SAFETY IN MAINTENANCE
Observe the following
precautions:
•Throttle mechanism should be
checked for free movement before
starting engine.
• 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 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.
• 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
severelyaffect the stability and safe-
ty of your vehicle. Avoid adding on
accessories that alter the basic ve-
hicle configuration.
• The snowmobile engine can be
stopped by activating the emergen-
cy cut-out switch, tether switch or
by turning
off the key.
• 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.
• Clean and check operation of the
headlight, taillight and brake light.
•
PLEASE READAND UNDERSTAND
ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
IN THIS
MANUAL AND ON THE
VEHICLE.
This vehicle isbuiltwith parts dimensioned inthe metric system. All fasteners are
metric and must not be replaced by customary fasteners. Mismatched or incor-
rect fasteners could cause damage to the vehicle orpossible personal injury.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD REMAIN WITH THE VEHICLE AT
THE TIME OF RESALE.
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INDEX
THE 1982 "LIMITED WARRANTY" ............. .. .4
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS 8
LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS 8
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ....................... .. ..9
CONTROLs/INSTRUMENTS
Throttle lever, brake lever, parking brake, ignition light switch, headlamp dimmer
switch, emergency cut-out switch, manual starter, handle, primer, tether cut-out
switch, speedometer, trip meter, reset button, horn, hood opening, tool box, fuel
gauge, spark plug holder! spare drive belt, hitch, ski tie
down. ...... .. . ... .10
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Break-in! inspection 10-hourjinspection checklist. . ... ... . .. .... .13
FUEL
Recommended gasoline! recommended oil, fuel mixture ratio, fuel mixing proce-
dure,
fuelloil mixing chart. . .. .15
PRE-START CHECK
Check points 17
STARTING PROCEDURE
Manual starting, emergency starting. . . . . . . . . . .. .... . . . . . .. .... . ... 17
LUBRICATION
Frequency, steering mechanism, chaincase oil level, drive axle, suspension. .19
MAINTENANCE
Chart, drive belt, new drive belt, pulley guard removal, drive belt removal &in-
stallation, brake condition, brake adjustment, brake light switch adjustment,
spark pluqts), track condition, track tension and alignment, suspension condi-
tion, suspension adjustment, drive pulley, steering mechanism, steering adjust-
ment, muffler
attachment carburetor adjustment, fan belt engine head nuts, en-
gine
mount nuts, headlamp beam aiming, bulb replacement, general inspec-
tion. ........ .. .21
STORAGE
Track! suspension, skis, controls, chaincase, drive pulley, fuel tank and carbure-
tor, cylinder lubrication, chassis, general inspection 30
PRE-SEASON PREPARATION
Pre-season preparation chart 32
TROUBLE
SHOOTING GUIDE 34
TOOLS 38
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . .. .37
WIRING DIAGRAMS. ................................... .. .39
SI
METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE ...... .. ... 40
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OF OWNERSHIP 41
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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 1982SKI-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® 5500MX 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 service,) with a genuine
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
Presentto 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 ownertsl 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.
• A sulphated battery.
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• 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 otherin-
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.
8.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. Whereap-
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; othe ....
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
210
January 1981
Bombardier Inc.
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada,·JOE
210
"Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
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OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Why must 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 REGISTRATION FORM.
Q: I bought my snowmobile in O'King County but I snowmobile 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 registration card is presented.
Q: Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snow-
mobile?
A. In this Operator Manual provided 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 cannot be "Voided" or "Cencetted".
However,
if aparticular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other
than is shown in the OperatorManual, THATfailure 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 causedby 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 collision 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: Thesatisfaction and goodwill of the owners of Bombardierproducts are of
primary concern to your dealer and Bombardier Inc. Normal/y, any problems
that arise in connection with the sales transaction or the operation
of your
snowmobile will be handled by 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 your problem with a member
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, V1T 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
8
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,
N~w 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
The main components of your snow-
mobile (engine, track and frame) are
identified by differentserial numbers. It
may sometimes become necessary to
locate these numbers for warranty pur-
poses or to trace your snowmobile in
the event of theft.
ONOTE: 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 a snowmobile is stolen.
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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
A) Throttle Control Lever
BJ Brake Control Lever
CJ Parking Brake Lever (Skendic)
DJ
Ignition/Light Switch
EJ Headlamp Dimmer Switch
FJ Emergency Cut-Out Switch
A) Throttle 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 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 and to the type of
terrain and it's snow coverage.
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GJ Manual Starter Handle
H) Primer
/) Tether Cut-Out
Switch
J) Speedometer
KJ Trip Meter Reset Button
LJ Horn (Skendic)
C) Parking Brake (Skandic
only)
Located on the right side of the handle-
bar. To immobilize vehicle, compress
brake lever and turn clockwise the hex-
agonal lock until lever is blocked. To
disengage the parking brake, compress
lever! turn counter-clockwise the lock
and
release lever.
., CAUTION: Always ensure that
"Y the parking brake is fully disen-
gaged prior to ride the vehicle.

D} Ignition/Light Switch
OFF
Key operated, 2 position 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.
...... WARNING: If the switch has
"'been used in an emergency situa-
tion the source of malfunction should
be determined and corrected before re-
starting engine.
G) Manual Starter Handle
Auto rewind type located on right hand
side of vehicle. For proper operation I
refer to Starting Procedure p. 16.
H) Primer
A push-pull button. Pull and push but-
ton (2-3 times) to activate primer. The
primer should always be used for cold
engine starts. After engine is warm
however, it is not necessary to use
primer when starting.
I} Tether Cut-Out Switch
Attach tether cord to wrist or other
convenient location then snap tether
cut-out cap over receptacle before
starting engine.
I
Attach to
wrist -
1J~
If emergency engine "shut off" is re-
quired, completely pull cap from safety
switch and engine power will be auto-
matically shut
/I off".
ONOTE: The cap must be installed
on the safety switch at all times in
order to operate the vehicle.
...... WARNING: If the switch is used
... in an emergency situation the
sourceof malfunction should be deter-
mined and corrected before restarting
engine.
" ON
E} Headlamp Dimmer Switch
The dimmer switch, located on left
side of handlebarIallows correct selec-
tion of headlamp beam. To obtain high
or low beam simply flick switch.
F) Emergency Cut-Out Switch
A 3 position switch located on the right
side of the handlebar. To stop the en-
gine in an emergency, flick the lever to
either upper or lower HOFF" position.
To start engine, lever must be in mid-
dle HaN" position.
...... WARNING: For safety reasons,
. ... the emergency cut-off switch is
easily accessible; be careful not to
operate it inadvertently.
The driver of this vehicle should fami-
liarize himself with the function of this
device by using it several times on first
outing. Thereby being mentally pre-
pared for emergency situations re-
quiring its use.
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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.
K) Trip Meter Reset Button
To reset trip meter to zero, turn button
counter-clockwise until all numbers
read zero.
U Horn (Skandic only)
Located on the left side of the handle-
bar. Press firmly to operate.
Hood Opening
Pull down the latches to unlock the
hood from the anchor.
ONOTE: Always lift hood gently up
until stopped by restraining de-
vice.
•WARNING: It isdangerous to run
an engine
with the hood open un-
fastened or removed. Personal injury
could result.
ToolBox
Located under the hood. To gain ac-
cess, tilt hood. Ideal location for spare
rope, first aid kit, flash-light, etc...
Spark Plug Holder
Spare spark plugs can be carried in the
special holes in the air silencer.
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Fuel Gauge
Unscrew fuel tank cap and withdraw
dipstick to check fuel level.
•WARNING: Never use a lit match
or open flame to check fuel level.
Spare Drive Belt
Can be installed in belly pan clip.
•WARNING: Always be careful not
to burn yourself on the exhaust
system when removing or installing
drive belt.
Hitch
Fixed on the rear bumper, the hitch has
two attachment points. A hook type
and a plate type. A hair pin is supplied
to lock the hook type attachment.
•WARNING: When towing a sled
or trailer, always ensure to lock
the hook or plate type attachment
with
the hair pin.

Trailers or sleds towed behind a snow-
mobile should always be loaded with
the lowest possible center of gravity.
Use a rigid
tow bar when pulling a tow
sled behind your snowmobile. When
you are pulling passengers in a trailer
or
tow sled, use moderate speed and
avoid rough terrain for their safety.
Also, have all passengers get out of a
towed vehicle and walk across all
roads. Eachtowed vehicle should have
reflectorized material on each side and
on the rear.
Skis Tie Down (Skandic Only)
Two straps are fixed on each side of
the frame above the footboard to se-
curely attach a pair of skis.
· ........ -~"Skis tie down -- ... ...-
-...:'
BREAK-IN PERIOD
Break-in
With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile
engines, a break-in period is required
before running the vehicle at full throt-
tle. Engine manufacturer recommen-
dation is 10 to 15 operating hours.
Maximum throttle should not exceed
3/4, however, brief full acceleration
and speed variations contribute to a
good break-in. Continued wide open
throttle accelerations, prolonged cruis-
ing speeds, and lugging are detrimen-
tal during the break-in period.
ONOTE: A new drive belt requires
a break-in period of 15-25km (10-
15 miles).
10-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, that your vehicle be check-
ed by your dealer. This inspection will
give you the opportunity to discuss the
unanswered questions you may have
encountered during the first hours of
operation.
The 10 hours inspection is at the ex-
pense of the vehicle owner.
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10·HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST
.f
Engine timing
Fan belt tension
Spark plug(s) condition: (Remove and clean)
Carburetor adjustment
Engine head nuts
Engine mount nuts
Muffler attachment
Chaincase oil level
Brake operation and lining condition
Ski alignment (runner condition)
Steering arm, retorque to 42 N-m (31 ft-lbs)
Handlebar bolts, retorque to 26 N-m (19 ft-Ibs)
Pulley alignment and drive belt condition
Track condition, tension and alignment
Lubrication (steering, suspension, drive axle)
Electrical wiring (loose connections, stripped wires, damaged insula-
tion), tighten
aU loose bolts, nuts and linkage
Operation of lighting system (HI / LO beam, brake light, etc.), test
operation of emergency cut-out switch and tether switch
We recommend that you have your dealer sign this inspection.
Date of 10 hour inspection
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Dealer signature

FUEL MIXING
Oil must be added to the gasoline in
pre-measured amounts then both oil
and gasoline should be thoroughly
mixed together before fueling the tank.
Recommended Gasoline
Use regular leaded or unleaded gaso-
line available from all service stations.
... CAUTION: Neverexperimentwith
.. different fuel or fuel ratios. Never
use naphtha, methanol, gasohol or
similar products.
Recommended Oil
Use concentrated Bombardier snow-
mobile oil available from your dealer.
This type of oil has specially formu-
lated oil bases to meet the lubrication
requirements of the Bombardier-Rotax
engine.
If Bombardier snowmobile oil is un-
available, substitute with a high-quality
2cyclesnowmobile oil. Seeoil manufac-
turer recommendations on container.
... CAUTION: Never use outboard
.. or straight mineral oils.
Fuel Mixture Ratio
The importance of using the correct
fuel mixture cannot be overstressed.
An incorrect fuel ratio results in serious
engine damage. Recommended fuel ra-
tio is 50/1 (40/1 during break-in
ad),
SI UNITS
500 mL oil to 25 liters = 50/1
IMPERIAL UNITS
1can 16oz oil to 5 imp. gals=50/1
or
1can 5CX) mL oil to 51/2 imp. gals= 50/1
U.S. UNITS
1can 12oz oil to 5U.S. gals= 50/1
ONOTE: To facilitate fuel mixing oil
should be kept at room tempera-
ture.
Fuel Mixing Procedure
To mix the gasoline and oil always use
a separate clean container. Never mix
directly in your snowmobile tank. For
best results, acquire
two containers,
either plastic or metal. Draw from one
until empty then use the second one.
+WARNING: Gasoline is flamma-
ble and explosive under certain
conditions. Always manipulate in a
well ventilated area. Do not smoke or
allow open flames or sparks in the vici-
nity. If gasoline fumes are noticed
while driving, the cause should be de-
termined and corrected
without delay.
Never add fuel while the engine is run-
ning. Avoid skin contact
with fuel at
below freezing temperatures.
1. Pour approximately one gallon of
gasoline into a clean container.
2. Add the full amount of oil.
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3. Replace the container cap and
shake the container thoroughly.
FUEUOIL MIXING CHARTS
(50 to 1ratio)
10
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4. Add the remainder of the gasoline.
6. Once again thoroughly agitate the
container. Then using a funnel with
a fine mesh screen to prevent the
entry of water and foreign particles,
transfer mixture from container into
the snowmobile tank.
a
NOTE: When using pre-mixed
fuel, always shake the container
thoroughly as the oil has a tendency to
settle.
+WARNING: Never 'top up' gas
tank before placing the vehicle in
a warm area. At certain temperatures,
gasoline will expand and overflow.
Always wipe off any gasoline spillage
from the snowmobile.
USE BOMBARDIER CONCENTRATED OIL
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PRE-START CHECK STARTING PROCEDURE
Check Points
•Activate the throttle control lever
several times to check that it oper-
ates easily and smoothly. The throt-
tle control lever must return to idle
position when released.
• Check fuel level.
• Check that the skis and the track are
not frozen to the ground or snow
surface and that steering operates
freely.
•Activate the brake control lever and
make sure the brake fully applies be-
fore the brake control lever touches
the handlebar grip.
• Verify that the path ahead of the ve-
hicle is clear of bystanders and ob-
stacles.
•WARNING: Onlystart your snow-
mobile once all components are
checked and functioning properly.
Manual Starting
1. Insert the key in the ignition switch
and turn to ON position.
2. TEST THROTTLE CONTROL LEV-
ER.
3. Activate the primer (2 or 3 times).
ONOTE: The use of the primer is
not necessary when the en-
gine is warm.
4. Make sure that the tether cut-out
cap is in position and
that the cord is
attached to your clothing. Check
that the emergency cut-out switch
is in the center ON position.
OFF
5. Grasp manual starter handle firmly
and pull slowly until a resistance is
felt then pull vigorously. Slowly re-
lease the rewind starter handle.
•
WARNING: Do not apply throttle
while starting.
6. Check the operation of the emer-
gency cut-out switch and the tether
switch. Restart the engine.
•
WARNING: If engine does not
shut-off when applying the emer-
gency cut-out switch and pulling the
tether cut-out cap, stop the engine by
turning off the ignition key. Do not
operate the vehicle further, see your
dealer.
7. Allow the engine to warm before
operating at full throttle.
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Emergency Starting
Should the rewind starter rope fray and
break, the engine can be started with
an emergency starter rope.
•
WARNING: Do not start the ve-
hicle by the drive pulley unless it
is a true emergency situation, have the
vehicle repaired as soon as possible.
Remove the pulley guard from vehicle.
Refer to pulley guard removal proce-
dure page 22.
Assemble the emergency starting han-
dle to the emergency starting rope and
wind the emergency rope tight around
the drive pulley between the sliding
half and the roller guard. Start the en-
gine as per usual manual starting pro-
cedure.
Roller
guard
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•
WARNING: When starting the
vehicle in an emergency situation
by the drive pulley, do not make a knot
at the end of the emergency rope and
do not reinstall the pulley guard. Do
not wind starting rope around your
hand. Hold rope by the handle only.