980 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Litho'd in Canada
model V.I.N. purchase date _ warranty expiry date DEALER IMPRINT AREA Text by: The following are trademarks of Bombardier Limited.
INDEX 2 3 FOREWORD SAFETY IN MAINTENANCE CONTROUINSTRUMENTS Throttle lever, brake lever, ignition/light switch, headlamp dimmer switch, emergency cut-out switch, manual starter handle, primer, speedometer, tether cut-out switch, cab opening, tool box, fuel gauge 5 BREAK-IN PERIOD Break-in, inspection, inspection checklist . 8 FUEL MIXING Recommended gasoline, recommended oil, fuel mixture ratio, fuel mixing procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOREWORD CONGRATULATIONS ... You are now the proud owner of a new 1980 Bombardier snowmobile. This vehicle is the result of incomparable teamwork between Bombardier designers, engineers and technicians. Consequently, this vehicle is designed and engineered with safety, handling, comfort and quietness in mind.
SAFETY IN MAINTENANCE Observe the following precautions: • Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement before starting engine. • Engine should be running only when pulley guard is secured in place. • Never run engine without drive belt installed. Running an unloaded enqine can prove to be dangerous. • Never run engine when the track of the vehicle is raised off the ground. • It can be dangerous to run engine with the cab removed. • Gasoline is flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS E A B -w---t---F c lrJollll-lr---tf--- G «5) o~ e (Q> (Q> . J/~f r A) Throttle Control Lever BJ Brake Control Lever C) Ignition/Light Switch D) Headlamp Dimmer Switch EJ Emergency Cut-Out Switch A) Throttle Control Lever Located on right side of handlebar. When compressed, it controls the engine speed and the engagement of the transmission. When released, engine speed returns automatically to idle.
D) Headlamp Dimmer Switch I) Tether Cut-Out Switch The dimmer switch, located on left side of handlebar allows correct selection of headlamp beam. To obtain high or low beam simply depress switch. Attach tether cord to wrist or other convenient location then snap tether cut-out cap over receptacle before starting engine. If emergency engine "shut-off" is required completely pull cap from safety switch and engine power will be automatically shut off" .
BREAK-IN PERIOD ToolBox Located under the cab. To gain access, tilt cab. Ideal location for spare plugs, belt, rope, etc. Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge is located on the left side of the fuel tank. The gauge functions on the principle of communicating vessels, so the fuel level inside the tank is directly related with the level indicated on the gauge. With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile engines, a break-in period is required before running the vehicle at full throttle.
1G-HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST Engine timing J Fan belt tension Spark plug condition Carburetor adjustment Engine head nuts Engine mount nuts Muffler attachment Chaincase oil Jevel Brake operation and lining condition Ski alignment (runner condition) Pulley alignment and drive belt condition Track condition, tension and alignment Lubrication (steering) Electrical wiring (loose connections, stripped wires, damaged insulation), tighten all loose bolts, nuts and linkage Operation of lighting system (HI / LO b
FUEL MIXING Oil must be added to the gasoline in pre-measured amounts then both oil and gasoline should be thoroughly mixed together before fueling the tank. Recommended Gasoline Use regular leaded gasoline available from all service stations. _ CAUTION: Never experiment . . with different fuel or fuel ratios. Never use naphtha, methanol or similar products. Recommended Oil Use concentrated Bombardier snowmobile oil available from your dealer.
PRE-START CHECK 3. Replace the container cap and shake the container thoroughly. Check Points • Activate the throttle control lever several times to check that it operates easily and smoothly. The throttle control lever must return to idle position when released. • Check fuel level. • Check that the skis and the track are not frozen to the grou nd or snow surface and that the steering operates freely. 4. Add the remainder of the gasoline.
STARTING PROCEDURE Upper position before starting engine. Lower position to stop engine. Emergency Starting Should the rewind starter rope fray and break, the engine can be started with an emergency starter rope. WARNING: Do not start the vehicle by the drive pulley unless it is a true emergency situation, have the vehicle repaired as soon as possible. Remove the pulley guard from the vehicle and wind the emergency rope tight around the drive pulley between the sliding half and the roller guard.
LUBRICATION Frequency Drive Belt Removal Routine maintenance is necessary for all mechanized products, and the snowmobile is no exception. A weekly vehicle inspection contributes to the life span of the snowmobile as well as retains safe and dependable operation. It is recommended that the steering system and suspension be lubricated monthly or every 40 hours of operation. If the vehicle is operated in wet snow or in severe conditions these items should be lubricated more frequently . . . .
MAINTENANCE Steering Mechanism .... WARNING: Do not lubricate .",. throttle and/or brake cables and housings. Lubricate the ski legs at grease fittings until new grease appears at joints. Oil spring coupler bolts. The following Maintenance Chart indicates regular servicing schedules to be performed by you or your servici ng dealer. If these services are performed as suggested, your snowmobile will give you many years of low-cost use. .... WARNING: Only perform such .",.
• A light grey insulator tip indicates a lean mixture caused by; carburetor high speed mixture adjusted too lean, wrong spark plug heat range, incorrect fuel mixture ratio, or a leaking seal or gasket. (W4) Track Tension and Alignment The suspension is adjustable, the front adjustment for surface condition, the rear for driver's weight. When the front adjuster blocks are at the lowest elevation more weight is distributed on the skis. At the highest position the weight is transferred to the track.
If necessary to adjust, loosen the rear idler wheel retaining screw and then loosen or tighten the adjuster bolts located on the inner side of the rear idler wheels. If correct tension is unattainable. Contact your dealer. O NOTE: Track tension and alignment are inter-related. Do not adjust one without the other. Tighten the lock nuts and recheck the alignment. Ensure to retighten the idler wheel retaining screws. \. \ Idler wheel ~, retaining screw Adjuster~-....~).
By turning the cable adjuster, adjust the carburetor slide cut away so that it is flush with the top of the carburetor bore. Tighten the cable adjuster jam nut. Repeat for the other carburetor. ~ Throttle cable adjuster Air Silencer The air intake silencer elbow must always be turned to the front of the vehicle when operated in cold or warm temperature. If the vehicle is to be operated in deep powdered snow it is recommended to turn the elbow towards the rear of the vehicle. Front of vehicle ....
(WI) Drive Pulley (M2) Steering Adjustment Inspect the Duralon bushing condition by checking the free-play of the sliding half pulley. This is achieved by restraining the inner half and checking if the sliding half moves in the direction of the arrows more than 3 mm (1/8 If so contact your dealer. Skis should have a toe out of3 mm To check, measure the distance between each ski at the front and rear of the leaf springs.
(M3) Engine Head Nuts (MS) Fan Belt With the engine cold, check that the engine head nuts are tight and equally torqued to 20 N.m (15 ft-Ibs). IMPORTANT: The engine head nut torque should be checked after the first 5 hours of operation. (M4) Engine Mount Nuts Check the engine mount nuts for tightness. Retighten if necessary. (MS) Muffler Attachment The engine/muffler attaching parts are vital toward efficient muffler function. Check all attachments. Replace the springs and/or tighten if necessary.
STORAGE With the suspension correctly adjusted, the rider seated on the vehicle and the high beam ON check that the center of high intensity zone of high beam is 50 mm (2") below horizontal line of headlamp height. Center line intensity zone To adjust, remove headlamp chrome ring, turn upper or lower adjusting screws to obtain desired beam position. Bulb Replacement If the headlamp bulb is burnt tilt cab, unplug the connector from the headlamp. Remove the rubber boot and unfasten bulb retainer clips.
Ski Wash or brush all dirt or rust accumulation from the skis and springs. Grease the ski legs at the grease fittings. Check the condition of the skis, ski runners and leaf springs. Replace if worn or weak. Once the fuel tank is emptied, remove the float chamber drain plug on each carburetor. Drain carburetors. Controls Re-install plug and connect fuel line. Lubricate the steering mechanism.
Chassis Clean the vehicle thoroughly, removing all dirt and grease accumulation. _ CAUTION: Plastic alloy compo... nents such as fuel tank, windshield, etc., can be cleaned using mild detergents or isopropyl alcohol. Do not use strong soaps, degreasing solvents, abrasive cleaners, paint thinners, etc. Inspect the cab and repair any damage. Repair kits are available at your authorized dealer. Clean the frame. For the aluminum portion use only Aluminum cleaner" and follow instructions on the container.
PRE-SEASON PREPARATION Snow is falling and you are now anticipating the next snowmobile safari. If you have observed and adhered to the storage procedures outlined in this manual, your vehicle preparation becomes a relatively easy task. To simplify the pre-season preparation we have drawn up a small chart. The chart indicates servicing points to be performed by you and your servicing dealer. If these services are performed as suggested, your vehicle will give you many hours of fun and low cost use.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Engine turns over but fails to start or starts with difficulty 1. No fuel to the engine Check the tank level and fill up with correct gas-oil mixture. Check for possible clogging of fuel line, item 5. 2. Spark plug Check for fouled or defective spark plug. Disconnect spark plug wire, unscrew plug and remove from cylinder head. Reconnect wire and ground exposed plug on engine cowl, being careful to hold away from spark plug hole.
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Engine will not turn manually 1. Seized engine In the case of a seized engine contact your dealer. Seizure is direct result of poor lubrieation Engine lacks acceleration or power 1. Fouled or defective spark Check item 2 of "Engine turns over but fails to start or starts with difficulty" plug 2. Clogged fuel line (water or dirt) Engine continually backfires Snowmobile cannot reach full speed Check fuel line condition.
TOOLS As standard equipment each new snowmobile is supplied with a basic tool kit such as screwdriver, wrenches, emergency starter rope, etc ... Standard Tools G o () A. Screwdriver E. Starter rope B. Socket 10/13 mm F. Socket 21/26 mm C. Open end wrench 10/13 mm G. Suspension adjustment key D.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE No. of cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Compression ratio (corrected) Carburetor type Carburetor adjustment - air screw - idle speed Engine head nuts (torque) Fan belt free-play CHASSIS Overall length Overall width Overall height Ski stance (center to center) Ski alignment (toe outl Mass (weight) Bearing area Ground pressure 2 72 mm (2.834") 61 mm (2.401") 496.7 cm3 (30.31 in. 3 ) 6.2:1 2 x VM 34-203 1 1/2 turn + 1/8 1500·2000 R. P.M. 20 N.
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5.1.* METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE BASE UNITS DESCRIPTION UNIT length mass liquid temperatu re pressure torque speed meter kilogram liter celsius kilopascal Newton meter kilometer per hour SYMBOL m kg L °C kPa N-m km/h PREFIXES PREFIX kilo centi milli SYMBOL MEANING VALUE k c m one thousand one hundredth of a one thousandth of a 1,000 0.01 0.001 *THE INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF UNITS (SYSTEME INTERNATIONAL) ABREVIATES "SI" IN ALL LANGUAGES.
LIMITED WARRANTY SKI-DOO~ SNOWMOBILES 1980 BOMBARDIER Limited as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF FIRST CONSUMER SALE, every 1980 Ski-Doo® snowmobile, sold as NEW AND UNUSED, by an authorized SKI-DOO dealer, subject to the following limitations and conditions, for a period of: • two (2) seasons maximum for models: Elan® , Citation*, Everest® , Elite® r Warranty STARTS on the date of sale to the first consumer and ENDS the SECOND APRIL 30TH following the date warranty coverage started.
EXCLUSIONS Items and components: Any of the following expendable items and/or components that are damaged or worn due to normal use: variable speed drive belt, windshield, filters, ignition breaker points, condensers, spark plugs, light bulbs, protective lenses, brake linings, ski runner shoes, slider shoes on suspension and variable speed pulleys, labels, soft trim, appearance items, lubricants and paints and all tune-ups, seized, melted or holed piston and adjustments required.
Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED Present, to the servicing dealer, the hard copy of the BOMBARDIER Customer Registration card given by the selling dealer at time of purchase.
Bombardier Limited reserves the right to modify its warranty policy at any time, being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to vehicles sold while the above warranty is in effect.
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Why must my snowmobile be registered? After alii do have my original invoice as proof of when I purchased my snowmobile. A: The information provided by the Customer Warranty Registration card is computerized, and a/l warranty claims thereafter, are processed by the computer. Without this valuable information on the Warranty Registration Card, we cannot acknowledge warranty or notify owners of a possible recall.
Q: What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? A: The customer's responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accidents and collision damage, as well as oils, and spark plugs. Q: Are "Genuine" Bombardier replacement parts used in warranty repairs covered by warranty? A: Yes. When installed by an authorized dealer, any "qenuine" Bombardier part used in warranty repairs assumes the remaining warranty that exists on the machine.
CONSUMER GUIDE WHEN YOU BUY... our product you will receive: SERVICE - from the product itself. SERVICE from the dealer who sells the product. If, however, the service or product is unsatisfactory, Return to your dealer's service department and discuss the details of the problem with the manager. He isin a position to helpyouwith all maintenance and service needs. If the matter cannot be resolved, he may want to bring the sales manager or the general manager into the discussion.
LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS AMERICAN DISTRIBUTORS ALPINE DISTRIBUTORS LIMITED Kalamalka Lake Road P.O. Box 159 6M2 Vernon, British Columbia, (6041 545-1314 British Columbia BOMBARDIER CORPORATION 4505 West Superior Street P.O. Box 6106 Duluth, Minnesota 55806 vn (218) 628-2881 BOMBARDIER LIMITED EASTERN CANADA DISTRIBUTION DIVISION Atlantic Branch P.O.
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE The main components of your snowmobile (engine, track and frame) are identified by different serial numbers. It may sometimes become necessary to locate these numbers for warranty purposes or to trace your snowmobile in the event of theft. TRACK SERIAL NUMBER ........_VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER O NOTE: We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND OWNERSHIP Any change in address or ownership should be brought to the attention of the manufacturer by completing and sending out the card supplied below. This will help us to maintain our files up-to-date. : ~ : CHANGE OF ADDRESS ··. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - : VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER : OLD ADDRESS: ···· ····· ···· ·· ···: NEW ADDRESS: ··· ····· ··· ·· NAME NO CITY APT. STREET ZIP I POSTAL CODE STATE NAME NO APT. STREET :..•....
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