Start The Day Right

Three Keys Before You Ride

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When you are getting ready to tart a machine that has sat overnight or out in the cold for some time, there are three basic startup procedures you should follow.

First, free the throttle. Before attempting to start your snowmobile, push the throttle lever to the handlebar wide open and then let it snap back. Repeat this process two or three times. This will knock ice or frost loose in the carburetor that could cause the throttle to stick wide open. You can tell if the throttle is free because the lever will snap back and you will also hear the slide snap

Second, free the skis. Lift the skis and drop them to make sure they're not frozen down. If there is snow or ice stuck to the bottom of the skis, scrape it off.

Third, free the track. Lift the back of the machine and drop it two or three times to make sure it is not frozen to the snow or the slide rails. This will also knock free chunks of snow or ice that may be frozen to the track and suspension.

Freeing the skis and the track prevents burning belts.

After everything is free from ice, you can start the snowmobile according to your normal starting procedures.

Snowmobiling Dos and Don'ts:

• Dress as though you might have to spend the night.

• Ride with at least one other snowmobiler.

• Carry extra spark plugs and a drive belt.

• Obey and respect trail signs and regulations.

• Ride within your ability.

• Anticipate other snowmobiles, wildlife and obstacles on the trail.

• Respect the terrain and the weather.

• Always keep a cool head about any situation which might occur. Remember, you're only limited by your ability to adapt.

• Don't leave litter on the trail.

• Don't park your sled facing uphill.

• Don't park in fresh snow (make a loop and park in your own trail).

• Don't park directly behind another snowmobile (if it's stuck or won't start, you're stuck).

• Don't drop down into deep bowls unless you're confident there's a way to get back out.

• Don't assume. Know your limitations and safely operate within your capability.

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