OPERATION

Towing

For your safety, the proper function of a tow hitch must be understood before attempting its use.

WARNING

DO NOT tow toboggans, sleds, saucers, or any type of vehicle with a rope. No braking power can be applied to an object being towed with a rope.

Only a stiff metal pole connecting the towed object and tow hitch on the snowmobile should be used. If passengers are to be towed on a toboggan or sled, make sure the pole is at least four feet (1.2 meters) long to prevent any possibility of contact between the vehicle track and a person riding in the towed object.

Braking distances increase when towing loads. Slow down to maintain control. Tip-over can result in serious injury or death.

If the snowmobile is inoperable and must be towed, and if it isn’t possible to use a rigid tow bar, attach the tow rope to the ski spindles (not the ski loops) to prevent damage to the steering components. Have a rider on the snowmobile to operate the brake and steering when necessary.

CAUTION

To prevent serious damage to the engine and drive system, always remove the drive belt from a disabled snowmobile before towing.

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