User manual YAMAHA VK540E-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. ESU00011 2- INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Yamaha snowmobile. This model is the result of Yamaha's vast experience in the production of fine sporting and touring snowmobiles. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in these fields. [. . . ] Also apply the brake frequently, with light pressure. downhill leg on the seat and the foot of your uphill leg on the running board. This position will make it easier for you to shift your body weight as needed. Snow and ice are slippery, so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could begin to slip sideways on the slope. If this happens, steer in the direction of the slide if there are no obstacles in your path. As you regain proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel. If your snowmobile starts to tip, steer down the hill to regain balance. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. Excessive braking will cause the drive track to lock, causing a loss of control. @ If you are unable to maintain correct balance, and your snowmobile is going to tip over, dismount your snowmobile immediately on the uphill side. @ Ice or icy surface Operating on ice or icy surfaces can be very dangerous. Traction for turning, stopping, and starting is much less than that on snow. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you have to operate on ice or icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. Avoid accelerating, turning, and braking rapidly. Steering is minimal and uncontrolled spins are an ever-present danger. @ Traversing slopes is not recommended for a novice snowmobiler. @ Traversing a slope requires you to properly position your weight to maintain proper balance. As you travel across the slope, lean your body to position your weight towards the uphill side. 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. 7-7 ESU02450 Strap 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. Only experienced operators should traverse slopes steep enough to require strap use. G Keep the right hand on the right handlebar grip for steering, and grip the strap with the left hand to shift weight uphill for balance during traverse riding. G Ride cautiously while using the strap. Do not accelerate or decelerate abruptly while holding onto the strap. G Do not use the strap to lift the snowmobile. [. . . ] Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to protect both the com- bustion chamber and crankshaft from corrosion. An alternate method is to remove the carburetor silencer and squirt oil into the carburetor throats while the engine is running. CAUTION: @ Do not attempt to store the snowmobile by simply starting the engine occasionally during the storage period. Moisture and acids form during combustion which can actually increase the chance for corrosion damage during the storage period. @ 5. Surface protection Apply a coat of wax to painted surfaces. [. . . ]