User manual YAMAHA VENTURE 600-2001

[. . . ] È. ) 2 The engine number is stamped in the location as shown. Ê. ) Also, record and keep the ID numbers in a separate place in case the snowmobile is stolen. ESU00001 2- INTRODUCTION Congratulations!Your choice of a Yamaha snowmobile assures you of the highest quality and dependability. Your Yamaha snowmobile is manufactured by a company well-known for excellence in the field of snowmobiles. [. . . ] To prevent the drive track and slide runners from overheating, avoid sustained highspeed usage in areas such as icy trails, frozen lakes and rivers that have minimal snow coverage. An overheated track will be weakened internally, which may cause failure or damage. Off-trail riding Avoid off-trail riding until there is sufficient snow coverage. It generally takes several feet of snow to provide a good overall base to properly cover debris, such as rocks, logs, etc. If snow coverage is not sufficient, stay on trails to avoid impact damage to the drive track. Studded track In general, track life will be shortened when studs are installed. Drilling stud holes into the drive track will cut the internal fibers, which weakens the track. Studs may catch on an object and pull out of the track, leaving tears and damage around the already weakened area. To minimize possible damage, consult your stud manufacturer for installation and stud pattern recommendations. Yamaha does not recommend track studding. 7-9 ESU00245 Strap For MM700 The strap 1 should be used only by experienced operators to assist them when traverse (side-hill) riding. WARNING @ Improper use of the strap on the handlebar can result in severe injury or death. G Use the strap only as an operator grip point when needed to shift weight uphill to maintain balance during traverse (side-hill) riding. Make sure that the key is removed from the main switch whenever the operator leaves the snowmobile, to prevent accidental starting. @ 7-12 ESU00138 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trailer or in a truck, observe the following recommendations to help protect it from damage: G G G Make sure that the fuel level in the fuel tank is lower than the bottom of the carburetors. Otherwise, the vibration and bumps from the road surface could make it possible for fuel to flow through the carburetors into the crankcase. This can result in "hydrostatic lock, " a condition where the engine cannot rotate because of fuel accumulated in the engine. Severe engine damage can result from hydrostatic lock. When possible, the fuel tank should be empty during transportation, especially if the trip will be longer than 30 minutes. If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck, put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile. A cover specifically designed for your snowmobile is best. This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents in the shroud, and also help protect the snowmobile against damage from debris on the road. If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck in areas where road salt is used, coat metal suspension surfaces lightly with oil or other protectant. This will help protect against corrosion. Be sure to clean the snowmobile when you get to your destination to remove any corrosive salts. 7-13 ESU00139 8- PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ESU00140 Periodic maintenance chart Regular maintenance is most important for best performance and safe operation. CD-01E Item Remarks Preoperation check (Daily) Initial 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) Every Seasonally or 3, 200 km (2, 000 mi) (160 hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. [. . . ] Ask a Yamaha dealer if further information is needed. Engine Proper storage of the engine is essential to prevent costly rust and corrosion damage to internal engine components. This is more important in areas where oxygenated fuel (gasohol) is used, because the alcohol content in the fuel increases the chance for water to enter the engine. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to protect both the combustion chamber and crankshaft from corrosion. [. . . ]