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- Page 2 FOREWORD Congratulations on your purchase of a new SKI-DOO snowmobile. Your Skandic WT LC is backed by the Bombardier warranty and a network of authorized Ski-Doo snowmobile dealers ready to provide the parts, service or accessories you may require. Your dealer is committed to your satisfaction. He has taken training...
- Page 4 NOTICE The Operator’s Guide and the Snowmobiler’s Safety Handbook have been prepared to acquaint the owner/operator or passenger of a new snowmobile with the various snowmobile controls, maintenance and safe operating instructions. Each is indispensable for the prop- er use of the product. These guides use the following symbols.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: ® 1997 SKI-DOO SNOWMOBILE..........OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS........... LIST OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS OFFICES ......AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS ......... HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ......Vehicle Serial Number Location ..........Engine Serial Number Location ..........CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS ..........1) Throttle Lever .............. - Page 6 FUEL AND OIL ................Recommended Fuel..............Recommended Oil ..............Oil Injection System ..............BREAK-IN PERIOD ..............Engine ..................Belt..................... 10-Hour Inspection..............Break-in Fuel/Oil Ratio..............PRE-START CHECK ..............Check Points ................STARTING PROCEDURE............Manual Starting ................Electric Starting ................Before Riding ................Emergency Starting ..............
- Page 7 Track Tension and Alignment ............ Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism ......Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners........Exhaust System ................ High Altitude Kit ................ Bulb Replacement ..............STORAGE ................. TROUBLESHOOTING .............. SPECIFICATIONS ..............OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE........CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP ......Refer to 1997 Operator’s Guide (P/N 415 0326 00)
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Page 8: Safety Measures
® be used on other models. Use of Rotax snowmobile engines in other than Ski-Doo snowmobiles is not recommended or autho- rized by Bombardier Inc. Most components of this snowmobile are built with parts dimen- sioned in the metric system. Most fasteners are metric and must... -
Page 9: How To Identify Your Snowmobile
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE The main components of your snowmobile (engine and frame) are identified by different serial numbers. It may sometimes become necessary to locate these numbers for warranty purposes or to trace your snowmobile in the event of loss. These numbers are required by the dealer to complete warranty claims properly. -
Page 10: Engine Serial Number Location
Engine Serial Number Location A03C1FA TYPICAL 1. Serial number... -
Page 11: Controls/Instruments
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 100 120 A29H03A TYPICAL 1) Throttle Lever Located on the right side of handlebar. When compressed, it controls the engine speed and the engagement of the transmission. When released, engine speed returns automatically to idle. 2) Brake Lever Located on the left side of handlebar. When compressed, the brake is applied. -
Page 12: Parking Brake Button
3) Parking Brake Button Located on left side of handlebar. Parking brake should be used whenever snowmobile is parked. Whenever parking brake is applied and engine is running, injection oil level pilot lamp lights up to remind you that it is engaged. CAUTION Make sure parking brake is fully disengaged before operating the snowmobile. -
Page 13: Gear Shift Lever
4) Gear Shift Lever NOTE : A warning buzzer will sound when the shift lever is in reverse gear position. Skandic WT A 4-position lever: A22H08A 1. 1 gear 2. 2 gear 3. Gear shift lever 4. Neutral 5. Reverse... -
Page 14: Ignition Switch
Shifting Procedure CAUTION Bring snowmobile to a complete stop before changing from forward to reverse or vice-versa. Do not force lever. If unable to shift, apply throttle to move snowmo- bile and try again. WARNING These snowmobiles are capable of a fast reverse. Always re- main seated and apply the brake before shifting. -
Page 15: Tether Cut-Out Switch
Electric Starting Key operated, 3-position switch. To start engine, turn key to START position and hold. See illustration above. CAUTION Do not hold key at START position more than 30 seconds. A rest period should be observed between the cranking cycles to let starter cool down. -
Page 16: Emergency Cut-Out Switch
If emergency engine shut off is required, completely pull cap from safety switch. A06H1XA TYPICAL 7) Emergency Cut-Out Switch A push-pull type switch located on the right side of the handlebar. To stop the engine in an emergency, push the button to the lower OFF position and simultaneously apply the brake. - Page 17 A17G1DA TYPICAL 1. ON 2. OFF All drivers of the snowmobile should familiarize themselves with the function of this device by using it several times on first outing and to stop the engine there after. Thereby being mentally prepared for emergency situations requiring its use.
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Page 18: Headlamp Dimmer Switch
8) Headlamp Dimmer Switch Located on left side of handlebar, allows selection of headlamp beam. A29H04A 9) Rewind Starter Handle Auto-rewind type located on right hand side of snowmobile. To en- gage mechanism, pull handle slowly until a resistance is felt then pull vigorously. -
Page 19: Choke Lever
11) Choke lever This device features a 3-position lever to facilitate cold start. A06H1KA 1. OFF 2. Position 1 3. Position 2 Initial Cold Starting NOTE : Do not operate the throttle lever with the choke lever Move the choke lever to position 2 and start the engine. As soon as the engine starts move the lever to position 1. -
Page 20: Trip Meter
13) Trip Meter Records distance travelled in kilometers or miles until it is reset. It can be used to record a fuel tank range or distance between 2 relays for instance. 60 70 80 000000 0 0 0 0 A06H1FA TYPICAL 1. -
Page 21: Injection Oil Level Pilot Lamp (Red)
17) Injection Oil Level Pilot Lamp (Red) Lights when injection oil level is low. Check oil level and replenish as soon as possible. Also lights when parking brake is applied (with en- gine running). CAUTION Do not run engine out of oil. Serious engine damage will occur. NOTE : Whenever brake lever is actuated, oil injection level pi- lot lamp should light up when engine is running. -
Page 22: Fuses
WARNING It is dangerous to run an engine with the hood opened, un- fastened or removed. Fuses CAUTION Do not use a higher rated fuse as this can cause severe dam- age to electric components. Starting System Fuse Starting system is protected with a 30 ampere rated fuse. See fol- lowing illustration for fuse holder location. -
Page 23: Front Bumper
A29H05A 1. Fuse holder Front Bumper To be used whenever front of snowmobile requires lifting. CAUTION Do not use skis to pull or lift snowmobile. Do not tow vehicle using front bumper. -
Page 24: Storage Compartment/Tool Kit
Storage Compartment/Tool Kit A storage compartment is provided under seat. A tool kit containing tools for basic maintenance can be found there. To open storage compartment, lift seat latch then tip seat over. A22H0JA 1. Lift seat latch... -
Page 25: Lubrication And Maintenance Chart
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART Refer to LUBRICATION and MAINTENANCE section of Shop Manual for more details. 10-HOUR OR 500 km (300 mi) INSPECTION (To be performed by dealer) WEEKLY OR EVERY 240 km (150 mi) MONTHLY OR EVERY 800 km (500 mi) ONCE A YEAR OR EVERY 3200 km (2000 mi) STORAGE (To be performed by dealer) PRE-SEASON PREPARATION (To be performed by dealer) - Page 26 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART Gearbox Oil Change Chaincase/Gearbox Oil Level Lubrication of Drive Axle and Bearing Handlebar Bolts, Retorque to 26 N•m (19 lbf•ft) Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners Steering Adjustment Suspension Adjustments AS REQUIRED Suspension Lubrication Suspension Condition...
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Page 27: Fluid Levels
FLUID LEVELS Brake System Check brake fluid (DOT 4) in reservoir for proper level. Add fluid (DOT 4) as required. CAUTION Use only (DOT 4) brake fluid from a sealed container. A29H04B TYPICAL 1. Min. -
Page 28: Gearbox Oil Level
Gearbox Oil Level To check, pull dipstick. Oil should reach level mark. To fill, remove fillet plug from top of transmission. Refill as required using Bombardier synthetic chaincase oil (P/N 413 8033 00 - 250 mL). CAUTION Do not use other types of oil when servicing. Do not mix this synthetic oil with other types of oil. -
Page 29: Oil Injection System
Oil Injection System Always maintain a sufficient amount of BOMBARDIER Snowmobile Injection Oil in the injection oil reservoir. CAUTION Never allow oil level to drop more than 2/3. Check level and refill every time you refuel. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spill- age. -
Page 30: Cooling System
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Models Only Check coolant level. At room temperature, liquid should be up to fill- er neck. NOTE : When checking level at low temperature it may be slight lower than mark. If additional coolant is necessary or if entire system has to be refilled, refer to an authorized dealer. - Page 31 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SKANDIC WT LC Engine – Maximum power engine speed 6800 Drive belt – Number 414 6338 00 – New belt width mm (in) 34.5 (1-3/8) – Wear limit width mm (in) 32.0 (1-1/4) Spark plug – Type NGK BR 9 ES –...
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