Operating Instructions; Operating During Break-In; Starting The Engine - Can-Am DS 250 Operator's Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Operating During Break-in

Brakes
WARNING
New brakes will not operate at
their maximum efficiency until af-
ter the initial break-in period. Brak-
ing performance may be reduced,
so use extra caution.
Engine
A break-in period of 10 operating hours
is required before running the vehicle
at sustained full throttle.
NOTICE
Never mix oil with fuel.
This vehicle has a 4-stroke engine.
Oil must be added to engine base
only.
During this period, maximum throttle
should not exceed 3/4. However, brief
full acceleration and speed variations
contribute to a good break-in. Contin-
ued wide open throttle accelerations,
prolonged cruising speeds and engine
overheating are detrimental during the
break-in period.
Belt
A new belt requires a break-in pe-
riod of 50 km (30 mi). Avoid strong
acceleration/deceleration,
load or high speed cruising.

Starting the Engine

Required Conditions to Allow
Engine Starting
Transmission lever must be on NEU-
TRAL to allow engine starting.
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To start engine, place the engine stop
switch to RUN position, insert key in ig-
nition switch and turn to the ON posi-
tion then press the engine start button.
Initial Cold Starting
Insert key in ignition switch and turn to
ON position.
NOTE: Do not forget, place the engine
stop switch to RUN position and apply
brakes (front or rear).
In cold weather, colder than 0°C (32°F),
place the choke lever to full choke posi-
tion.
FULL CHOKE POSITION
Press the engine start button and hold
until engine starts.
NOTICE
pulling a
start button more than 20 seconds.
A rest period should be observed
between the cranking cycles to let
starter cool down. Pay attention not
to discharge battery.
NOTE: Throttle assist may be use to
help engine starting faster. Press the
throttle lever slightly. If too much throt-
tle is used the choke system will not be
activated.
Do not hold the engine