General Inspection - BOMBARDIER Safari 377 1988 Operator's Manual

General Inspection
Check the electrical wiring and compo-
nents, retighten loose connections. Check
for stripped wires or damaged insulation.
Thoroughly inspect the vehicle and tight-
en loose bolts, nuts and linkage. Inspect
skis and ski runners for wear.
STORAGE ____________________ _
It is during summer, or when a vehicle
is not in use for any length of time that
proper storage is a necessity. Storage of
the snowmobile during long periods of
inactivity consists of checking and replac-
ing missing, broken or worn parts, proper
lubrication and treatment to insure that
parts do not become rusted; cleaning
items such as carburetor, to prevent gum
and varnish formation within the carbu-
retor, and in general, preparing the vehicle
so that when the time comes to use the
snowmobile again it will be in top con-
dition .
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WARNING: Only perform such pro-
cedures as detailed in this manual.
It is recommended that dealer assis-
tance be periodically obtained on other
components/systems not covered in
this manual. Unless otherwise speci-
fied, engine should be turned OFF. For
all lubrication and maintenance proce-
dures.
Track
Inspect the track for wear, cuts, missing
track guides and broken rods. Make any
necessary replacement.
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WARNING: Do not operate a
snowmobile with a cut, torn or
damaged track.
Lift the rear of vehicle until track is clear
of the ground then support with a brace
or trestle. The snowmobile should be stor-
ed in such a way that the track does not
stay in contact with the cement floor or
bare ground.
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NOTE: The track should be rotated
periodically, (every forty (40) days).
Do not release track tension.
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age, temperature in the storage
area must not exceed 38°C (100°F).
Suspension
Remove any dirt or rust. Lubricate sus-
pension. Wipe off surplus. (Replace worn
slider shoes).
Skis
Wash or brush all dirt or rust accumula-
tion from the skis and springs. Lubricate
steering system.
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WARNING: Check the condition
of the skis, ski runners and leaf
springs. Replace if weak or worn more
than half.
Controls
Inspect all components for tightness,
steering arm locking bolts, tie rods, ball
joints, etc.). Tighten if necessary. Oil mov-
ing joints of the brake mechanism.
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WARNING: Do not lubricate the
throttle and/or brake cables and
housings. Avoid getting oil on the brake
pads.
Coat all electrical connections and swit-
ches with a greaseless metal protector.
If unavailable, use petroleum jelly.