BOMBARDIER EVEREST Operator's Manual page 33

Track
Inspect the track for wear, cuts, miss-
ing track guides and broken rods.
Make any necessary replacement.
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W A RNING: Do not operate a
snowmobile with a cut, torn or
damage track.
Lift the rear of vehicle until track is
clear of the ground then support with a
brace or trestle. The snowmobile should
be stored in such a way that the track
does not stay in contact with the ce-
ment floor or bare ground.
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NOTE: The track should be rotat-
ed periodically, (every 40 days).
Do not release track tension.
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CAUTION: To prevent track dam-
... age, temperature in the storage
area must not exceed 38°C (100°F).
Slide Suspension
Remove any dirt or rust: Grease idler
wheels at grease fittings. Wipe off sur-
plus. Replace worn slider shoes.
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Ski
Wash or brush all dirt or rust accumu-
lation from the skis and springs.
Grease the ski legs at the grease fit-
tings. Check the condition of the skis,
ski runners and leaf springs. Replace if
weak or worn more than half.
Controls
Lubricate the steering mechanism. In-
spect all components for tightness,
(spring coupler bolts, steering arm
locking bolts, tie rods, ball joints, etc.).
Tighten if necessary. Oil moving joints
of the brake mechanism.
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W A RNING: Do not lubricate the
throttle and/or brake cables and
housings. Avoid getting oil on the
brake pads.
Coat all electrical connections and
switches with a greaseless metal pro-
tector. If unavailable, use petroleum jel-
ly.
Chaincase
Drain the chaincase and refill to proper
level, using fresh chaincase oil, To
drain, remove the chaincase cover.
Fuel Tank
Remove the cap then using a syphon,
remove the gasoline from tank.
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WARNING: Gasoline is flamma-
ble and explosive under certain
conditions. Always manipulate in a
well ventilated area. Do not smoke or
allow open flames or sparks in the vici-
nity.
Carburetor
Carburetor must be dried out comple-
tely to prevent gum formation during
the storage period.
Once the fuel tank is emptied, remove
the float chamber drain plug on each
carburetor. Drain carburetor.
Re-install plug and connect fuel line.
Check all fuel lines, replace if neces-
sary.
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