Yamaha PZ50RTD User manual

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MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
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PZ50RTD
PZ50GTD
PZ50MTD
PZ50VTD
PZ50MPD
8GK-28199-S6
DIC183

PRINTED IN JAPAN
2012.04-0.3×1 CR
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
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Read this manual carefully
before operating this vehicle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
PZ50RTD
PZ50GTD
PZ50MTD
PZ50VTD
PZ50MPD
8GK-28199-S6-E0
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Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual
should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
RPZ50M (PZ50MT) ( JYE8GP00∗DA013698- )
RPZ50MP (PZ50MP) ( JYE8GR00∗DA014039- )
RPZ50S (PZ50RT) ( JYE8GN00∗DA011357- )
RPZ50VT (PZ50VT) ( JYE8GJ00∗DA011421- )
EC Declaration of Conformity
conforming to Directive, 2006/42/EC
(Make, model)
to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health and safety
requirements of Directive, 2006/42/EC
and to the other relevant Directive of EEC
2004 / 108 / EC
(Title and
/ or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC)
(If applicable)
(If applicable)
To e ff ect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements
stated in the Directives of EEC, the following-standards and / or technical
specifications were consulted:
– – – – – –
(Title and
/ or number and date of issue of standards and / or specifications)
General Manager
RV Engineering Division
MC Operations
Signature
Date of Issue
Eiji Kato
18 October, 2011
YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.
Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
We,YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan,
declare in sole responsibility, that the product
Authorized Representative
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Introduction
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Congratulations on your purchase of a
Yamaha snowmobile. This model is the result
of Yamaha’s vast experience in the produc-
tion of fine sporting and touring snowmobiles.
It represents the high degree of craftsmanship
and reliability that have made Yamaha a lead-
er in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of
the operation, inspection, and basic mainte-
nance of this snowmobile. If you have any
questions concerning the operation or main-
tenance of your snowmobile, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in
product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product
information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between
your snowmobile and this manual. If there is
any question concerning this manual, please
consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
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Please read this manual carefully before
operating this snowmobile. Do not attempt
to operate this snowmobile until you have
attained adequate knowledge of its con-
trols and operating features.
Regular inspections and careful mainte-
nance, along with good operating tech-
niques, will help ensure that you safely
enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this
snowmobile.
PZ50RTD
PZ50GTD
PZ50MTD
PZ50VTD
PZ50MPD
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2012 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, March 2012
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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Important manual information
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Particularly important information is distin-
guished in this manual by the following nota-
tions.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
EWS00021
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
ECS00011
A NOTICE indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
snowmobile or other property.
TIP
A TIP provides key information to make pro-
cedures easier or clearer.
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Contents
Location of the important labels ..... 1
Safety information .......................... 16
Description ...................................... 19
Control functions ............................ 21
Main switch .................................. 21
Throttle lever ................................ 21
Throttle override system
(T.O.R.S.) .................................. 21
Multi-function meter unit ............... 22
High beam indicator light .............. 23
Low coolant temperature indicator
light ............................................ 23
Knock control system indicator
light ............................................ 24
Drive indicator light and reverse
indicator light ............................. 24
Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer
level indicator ............................ 24
Fuel level warning indicator .......... 26
Oil level/pressure warning
indicator ..................................... 26
Coolant temperature warning
indicator ..................................... 27
Self-diagnosis device ................... 27
Drive select switch ....................... 28
Engine stop switch ....................... 28
Headlight beam switch
“LIGHTS” ................................... 28
Grip/thumb warmer adjusting
switch ........................................ 29
Auxiliary DC jack
(PZ50VT / PZ50MP) .................. 29
Brake lever ................................... 29
Parking brake lever ...................... 30
Drive guard ................................... 30
V-belt holder
(PZ50VT / PZ50MP) .................. 31
Passenger grip warmer switch
[PZ50VT / PZ50MP (CAN)] ....... 31
Backrest (PZ50VT / PZ50MP) ..... 32
Storage pouch .............................. 32
Rear carrier
(PZ50VT / PZ50MP) ................. 33
Tow hitch [PZ50VT (CAN) /
PZ50MP (CAN)(RUS)]
and tow hitch bracket
[PZ50VT (FIN)(SWE) /
PZ50MP (FIN)(SWE)] ............... 33
Fuel .............................................. 34
Suspension .................................. 36
Pre-operation checks ..................... 45
Pre-operation check list ............... 45
Operation ......................................... 47
Starting the engine ....................... 47
Break-in ........................................ 48
Riding your snowmobile ............... 48
Maximizing drive track life ............ 52
Strap (PZ50MT) ........................... 53
Driving .......................................... 53
Stopping the engine ..................... 54
Transporting ................................. 54
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment....................................... 56
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ..... 57
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................ 58
Tool kit ......................................... 60
Recommended equipment ........... 60
Removing and installing
the shroud and covers .............. 60
Checking the spark plugs ............. 64
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 65
Adjusting the throttle lever free
play (PZ50RT / PZ50GT /
PZ50MT) ................................... 66
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Contents
Checking the throttle lever free
play (PZ50VT / PZ50MP) .......... 66
Checking the throttle override
system (T.O.R.S.) ..................... 66
Checking the air filter ................... 67
High-altitude settings .................... 68
Valve clearance ............................ 68
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 68
Cooling system ............................. 72
V-belt ............................................ 74
Drive chain housing ...................... 75
Brake and parking brake .............. 77
Skis and ski runners ..................... 79
Steering system ........................... 80
Drive track and slide runners ....... 80
High-profile pattern drive track ..... 83
Lubrication .................................... 84
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 84
Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 85
Fittings and fasteners ................... 86
Battery .......................................... 86
Replacing a fuse .......................... 87
Troubleshooting ............................. 89
Storage ............................................ 92
Specifications ................................. 94
Consumer information.................... 98
Identification number records ....... 98
Vehicle Emission Control
Information label (CANADA) ..... 98
WARRANTY.................................. 98
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Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for
safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label
becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha deal-
er.
For CANADA
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NOTICE
ATTENTION
• This snowmobile is originally equipped with a high-profile pattern
track of more than 38 mm (1.5 in.) for deep snow riding conditions.
• Operation on light snowfall, ice, hard-packed snow, dirt, etc.,
will result in rapid wear or damage to track and slide runners.
• Cette motoneige est équipée de série d'une chenillé à crampons
de plus de 38 mm (1,5 in.) pour la conduite sur neige profonde.
• La conduite sur de la neige peu profonde, de la glace, de
la neige tassée, de la saleté, etc. provoquera une usure rapide
ou l’endommagement de la chenille et des patins. 8JJ-2815M-E0
1 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
1 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
2 PZ50MT
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NOTICE
8ET-2815K-00
ATTENTION
8ET-2815K-10
8GC-2415E-E0
• PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE.
MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95)
• ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB.
INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
1.SPARK PLUG
2.SPARK PLUG GAP
3.IDLE SPEED
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
MOTEUR
1.TYPE DE BOUGIE
2.ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES
3.RÉGIME DE RALENTI
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.024 ~ 0.028 in)
1800 ± 100 r/min
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
1800 ± 100 r/min
8GC
8GC-1417E-01
3 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
4 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
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20kg {44lbs}
LOAD LIMIT / CHARGE LIMITE
8FM-24897-01
88C-77769-00
DRIVE
1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY
2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE
3. TRACK TENSION
* FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS
MODEL.
* SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
ENTRAÎNEMENT
1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
3. FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE
* POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL: VOIR LE MANUEL D’ATELIER
POUR CE MODÈLE.
* LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT
SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION
PRÉALABLE.
250 cm³ (8.5 oz)
GL-3 75W or 80W
30 ~ 35 mm (1.18 ~ 1.38 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
250 cm³
GL-3 75W or 80W
8ES-47578-00
30 ~ 35 mm/100 N (10 kg)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
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WARNING
This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explosion.
• Read owner’s manual for instructions.
• Do not incinerate, puncture or open.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cette unité contient de I’azote à haute pression.
Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d’explosion.
• Voir le manuel d’utilisateur pour les instructions.
• Ne pas brûler ni perforer ni ouvrir.
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This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule
respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
3JK-82377-10
MAX. TOWING FORCE
FORCE DE REMORQUAGE MAX.
1176 N (120 kgf), 264 lbf
MAX. VERTICAL FORCE
FORCE VERTICALE MAX.
147 N (15 kgf), 33 lbf
8GS-2817S-E0
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18 PZ50RT
19 PZ50GT
19 PZ50RT
20 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
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For EUROPE
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8GC-2415E-E0
• PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE.
MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95)
• ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB.
INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95)
VIKTIGT
MUISTA
• Snöskotern är originalutrustad med ett spårmönster med hög
profil på minst 38 mm (1,5 in) för körning i djup snö.
• Användning på tunt snöfall, is, hårdpackad snö, jord o.s.v. resulterar
i snabb förslitning eller skada på drivband och glidskenor.
• Tässä moottorikelkassa on vakiovarusteena yli 38 mm (1,5 in)
korkeaprofiilinen telamatto, joka on tarkoitettu syvässä lumessa ajoon.
• Käyttö vähäisessä lumessa, jäällä, kovalla hangella, likaisilla
pinnoilla jne. vahingoittaa raidetta tai sivuraiteita ja aiheuttaa
niiden nopean kulumisen. 8JJ-2815M-S0
2 PZ50MT
3 PZ50RT/PZ50MT
4 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
5 PZ50MT
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20kg {44lbs}
MAX.BELASTNING/RASKAIN TAAKKA
8FM-24897-11
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
1.SPARK PLUG
2.SPARK PLUG GAP
3.IDLE SPEED
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
MOTEUR
1.TYPE DE BOUGIE
2.ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES
3.RÉGIME DE RALENTI
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.024 ~ 0.028 in)
1800 ± 100 r/min
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
1800 ± 100 r/min
8GC
8GC-1417E-01
DRIVE
1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY
2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE
3. TRACK TENSION
* FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS
MODEL.
* SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
ENTRAÎNEMENT
1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
3. FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE
* POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL: VOIR LE MANUEL D’ATELIER
POUR CE MODÈLE.
* LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT
SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION
PRÉALABLE.
250 cm³ (8.5 oz)
GL-3 75W or 80W
30 ~ 35 mm (1.18 ~ 1.38 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
250 cm³
GL-3 75W or 80W
8ES-47578-00
30 ~ 35 mm/100 N (10 kg)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
< 1176 N
< 147 N
8HF-2817S-00
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10 PZ50VT/PZ50MP 11 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
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8GN-2156A-10
RPZ50S
58.8 kW 251 kg
8GP-2156A-10
RPZ50M
58.8 kW 263 kg
8GJ-2156A-10
RPZ50VT
58.8 kW 304 kg
8GR-2156A-10
RPZ50MP
58.8 kW 305 kg
8AC-2817L-00
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
2012
13 PZ50RT
13 PZ50MT
13 PZ50VT
13 PZ50MP
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WARNING
This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explosion.
• Read owner’s manual for instructions.
• Do not incinerate, puncture or open.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cette unité contient de I’azote à haute pression.
Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d’explosion.
• Voir le manuel d’utilisateur pour les instructions.
• Ne pas brûler ni perforer ni ouvrir.
8GT-22259-50
15 PZ50RT
14
15 PZ50MT/PZ50VT/PZ50MP
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Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text.
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
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Read the Owner’s manual.
This unit contains high-pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause an explosion. Do not incinerate,
puncture or open.
This pictogram shows the sled hitch tow weight limit
(combined weight of the sled and all cargo in the sled).
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
This pictogram shows the sled hitch tongue weight limit
(weight on the sled tongue).
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
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Model Name
Max. Power
Mass In Running Order
1Year of construction
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For RUSSIA
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