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17. Using a suitable siphon tool, siphon fuel out of the
fuel tank and into a gasoline storage tank.
18. When the fuel tank is empty, remove the airbox (Fig-
ure 1). Remove the drain screw (Figure 4) on each carbu-
retor and drain the carburetors. Wipe up spilled gasoline
immediately.
19. Protect all glossy surfaces on the chassis, hood and
dash with an automotive type wax.
20. Raise the track off the ground with wooden blocks.
Make sure the snowmobile is secure.
2 1. Cover the snowmobile with a heavy cover that pro-
vides adequate protection from dust and damage. Do not
cover the snowmobile with plastic as moisture can collect
and cause rusting. If the snowmobile has to be stored out-
side, place the entire vehicle off the ground on blocks.
Removal From Storage
Preparing the snowmobile for use after storage should
be relatively easy if proper storage procedures were fol-
lowed.
1. Remove the plug from the end of the muffler.
2. Adjust track tension as described in Chapter Three.
3. Inspect the d r i ~ e belt for cracks or other abnormal con-
ditions. Reinstall the drive belt as described in Chapter
Ten.
Check the chaincase oil level. Refill it as described in
4.
Chapter Three. If the oil was not changed before storage,
change the oil as described in Chapter Three.
5. Cheek and adjust drive belt tension.
6. Check the coolant level and refill if necessary.
7. Check all the control cables for proper operation. Ad-
just them as described in Chapter Three.
8. Fill the oil injection tank. If the tank was dry or if a
hose was disconnected, bleed the oil pump as described in
Chapter Seven.
9. On electric start models check the battery electrolyte
level and fill with distilled water as necessary. Make sure
the battery has a full charge (recharge if necessary). Clean
the battery terminals and install the battery. Connect the
cable to the positive terminal first, then the ground cable
to the negative terminal of the battery. Apply petroleum
jelly to the battery terminals.
10. Perform an engine tune-up as described in Chapter
Three.
11. Check the fuel system. Refill the tank with fresh gas-
oline.
12. Make a thorough check of the snowmobile for loose
or missing nuts, bolts or screws.
13. Start the engine and check for fuel or exhaust leaks.
Make sure the lights and all switches work properly. Stop
the engine.
WARNING
The exhaust gases are poisonous. Do
run the engine in a closed area. Make sure
there is plenty o f ventilation.
14. After initially running the engine for a period of time,
install new spark plugs as described in Chapter Three.
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