Pre-Operation Check - BOMBARDIER rally 200 Operator's Manual

Pre-Operation Check

WARNING
The pre-operation check is very important
prior to operating the vehicle. Always
check the proper operation of critical con-
trols, safety features and mechanical com-
ponents before starting. If not done, se-
vere injury or death might occur.
Before using this vehicle, the operator should
always:
a) Remove vehicle lock.
b) Apply parking brake and check if it oper-
ates properly.
c) Check tire pressure and condition.
d) Check wheels and bearings for wear and
damage.
e) Check location of controls and ensure they
work properly.
f) Verify if steering operates freely.
g) Activate throttle control lever several times
to ensure it operates freely. It must return
to idle position when released.
h) Activate the brake lever and brake pedal
to make sure the brakes fully apply. They
must fully return when released.
i) Ensure transmission lever is working then
reset in PARK position.
j) Check fuel, oil and coolant levels.
k) Check for oil leaks on the engine transmis-
sion and drive train component.
l) Ensure fuel valve is in fully open position
(ON).
m) Clean headlamp, direction indicator lamps
and brake lamp
n) Ensure front access compartment cover
and rear storage cover compartment are
properly latched.
o) Ensure seat is properly latched.
p) If you transport cargo, respect load capac-
ity. Ensure cargo is properly secured to the
racks.
q) If you are pulling a trailer or other equip-
ment, ensure it respects the tongue capac-
ity and towing capacity. Ensure trailer is
properly secured to hitch.
r) Look and feel for loose parts while engine
is off. Check fasteners.
s) Ensure the path of travel is free of persons
and obstacles.
t) Check operation of ignition switch, start
button, engine stop switch, headlamp and
direction switches as well as hazard warn-
ing button.
u) Start engine, remove parking brake and
drive forward slowly a few feet then apply
all brakes individually to test them.
Correct any problem you may have found be-
fore riding. See an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer as necessary.
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