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BOMBARDIER ski-doo RV 340 L/C 1977 Operator's Manual page 7

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The dimmer switch, located on left side
of handlebar, allows correct selection
of headlamp beam. To obtain high or
low beam simply depress switch.
A push button switch located on right
side of handlebar. To stop the engine in
an emergency, press button down into
lower position. Before re-starting en-
gine always depress button into re-
leased upper position. The driver of
this vehicle should familiarize himself
with the function of this device by
using it several times on first outing.
Thereby being mentally prepared for
emergency situations requiring its use.
WARNING: If the button has
been used in an emergency situa-
tion the source of malfunction should
be determined and corrected before
restarting engine.
A pull switch located on the right side
of cab. Attach tether cord to wrist or
other convenient location before star-
ting engine then fully insert tether cut-
out cap on receptacle.
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NOTE: The cap must be used at
all time in order to operate the
vehicle.
If emergency engine "shut OFF" is
required, "pull" out completely the cap
from switch and engine power will
automatically be shut "off".
WARNING: If the switch is used
in an emergency situation the
source of malfunction should be de-
termined and corrected before re-
starting engine.
Auto rewind type located on right hand
side of vehicle. To start engine, pull
handle.
A push-pull button located alongside
manual starter handle. Pull and push
button (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.
The tachometer registers the impulses
of magneto. Direct-reading dial indi-
cates the number of revolutions per
minute (RPM) of the engine.
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CAUTION: The tachometer is
. . protected by a fuse, iftachometer
stops operating check fuse condition
and if necessary replace. The fuse is
0.1 amp. Do not use a higher rated fuse
as this can cause severe damage to
the tachometer.
The speedometer is linked directly to
drive axle. Direct-reading dial indicates
the speed of vehicle in miles per hours
(MPH), Odometer records the total
number of miles travelled. A tripodo-
meter is standard equipment. To reset,
turn knob counter-clockwise.
The gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature. Normal operating tem-
perature is 60° C (140° Fl. However,
coolant temperature can vary de-
pending on driving condition. If coolant
temperature exceeds 80° C (180° F)
reduce speed and run vehicle in loose
snow or stop engine immediately.
WARNING: Before removing the
cap always release the pressure
by placing a cloth over the cap and by
partially unscrewing it (first step). If
this is disregarded loss of fluid and
possibility of severe burns could occur.
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