John Deere Snowmobile Operators Manual

SPITFIRE®

Snowmobile

(Serial No. 155,001-

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MANUAL.

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This operator's manual contains Sl Metric equivalents which follow immediately after the U.S. customary units of measure.

When in need of major parts or service, be prepared to provide your John Deere dealer with both the machine and engine serial numbers. Record these serial numbers in the space below.

This operator's manual is prepared for: John Deere SPITFIRE Snowmobiles (Serial No. J34AK 155001

).

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symbol

messages

symbol,

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that

follows.

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identifies

impor-

manual. When

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Snowmobile Serial Number

Engine Serial Number

JOHN DEERE SPITFIRE SNOWMOBILE

Machine Serial No.

Engine Serial No.

Date

of

Purchase

(To be filled

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in

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purchaser)

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UNPACK COMPONENTS

1.

Skis.

2. Windshield.

3. Operator's manual.

4. Bag of parts.

ASSEMBLE COMPONENTS

Install Skis

1.

Remove ski bolts, washers, lock nuts and cotter pins from bag of parts.

2. Insert bushing into spindle. Use Never-Seez on

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bushing.

3. Position ski under ski saddle.

4. Install ski bolt with head of bolt facing out.

Assembly

5. Install washer and lock nut. Torque nut to 39 ft-lbs

(52 Nm).

6.

Install cotter pin through ski bolt.

Install Windshield

1.

Remove washers, screws, J-clip and retaining nuts from bag of parts.

2.

Use screws and washers to secure windshield to hood.

NOTE: Install J-clip behind screw "A". Place headlight

in

wiring harness behind screw "8".

J-clip. Install hood lanyard

PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST

CAUTION: When starting snowmobile, support machine so track ground. Check throttle for proper operation.

1. Align skis and check steering linkage.

2.

Check track tension and align.

3.

Check brakes. Adjust if necessary.

4.

Check operation of choke and throttle. Adjust if necessary.

5. Fill fuel tank with 40:1 mix.

6. Start engine and check idle speed.

7. Check emergency stop and key switch.

8. Check operation of all lights.

9. Aim and adjust headlight.

10. Test drive or dynamometer test snowmobile.

11. Install accessories desired by customer.

is

clear of

DELIVERY CHECK LIST

1. Explain operator 's manual to customer.

2. Instruct customer about snowmobile operat i

NOTE: BREAK-IN PERIOD:

Do

not

25

miles (40 km), throttle in deep snow. An occasional burst power on hard-packed snow will ful.

3. Explain fuel-oil mixture. Use regular leaded or nonleaded gasoline with an anti-knock index of 88 or higher. Use a 40:1 ratio for first tank of fuel and a 50:1

ratio thereafter.

NOTE: Regular (leaded) gasoline is preferred

non-leaded gasoline is acceptable .

4. Tell customer about 10-hour or 200 mile check up.

on

.

exceed 30 mph (48 kml h) for the first

or

force the machine

not

at

full

of

be harm-

but

PERFORM THESE 10 HOUR OR 200 MILE CHECKS

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The following inspection must be performed on your new John Deere snowmobile. This should be done at approximately the first 10 hours or 200 miles of operation . It will help assure you of top performance and avoid premature faiiure of critical components . Your John Deere dealer

Contact your dealer to arrange for an appointment. You are obligated to deliver the snowmobile to the dealer. Any normal maintenance or repair work required, not covered by warranty, will be charged to you should you decide to have the work done.

The inspection check list is as follows:

NEEDS

OKAY

REPAIR

1.

Track tension.

2. Drive belt, drive, and driven sheaves.

3. Carburetor adjustment.

4. Carburetor mounting hardware.

5. Operation and adjustment of brake, throttle, and choke lever controls.

6. Condition of ski wear rods.

7.

Suspension hardware.

is

qualified to perform this inspection.

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DEALER COMMENTS:

Dealer Name

Town

Date

8. Suspension slide wear bars.

9. Ski

10. Operation of headlight, stop-taillight, dimmer switch, and emergency stop

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12. Steering component hardware.

al

ignment.

switch.

. Engine head bolts and exhaust manifold nuts.

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Contents

Page

Safety Identification

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Service

Trouble Shooting . .... . . . .

Specifications . . .

Accessories

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Mix Fuel Fill Fuel Tank

Before Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Start Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Stop Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Li

ghts Clearing Track Towing . Dressing For The Weather

Service Interval Chart

Spark Plugs . . . .

Carburetor

Choke System Adjusting Choke Adjusting Carbu retor .

Checking Float L Main In

-Line Fuel Filter ........

Air Intake Silencer

Drive

Replacing Drive Belt . . . .

Adjusting Brake Slide Suspension

Replacing Wear Bars ......

Adjusting Track Ten sion .

Adjusting Suspension Springs Skis .

Replace Ski Wear Rods .

Replace Ski Wear Plates . .

Aligning Skis . . .

Eliminating Loose Steering . . . .

Lighting System

Adjusting Headlight.

Replacing Headlight

Replacing Stop-Taillight . .

Tightening Hardware and Components . .

Storage . . .

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Safety

M23365

CAUTION: DO

A

proper use or maintenance by the operator can result in injury. Follow these safety suggestions.

NOT

carry a passenger.

Im-

Preparation

Before starting the engine, read your operator's ual from cover to cover. Knowledge can prevent accidents.

Always operate

times before you start th e engine. Stuck or frozen controls could cause serious injury or damage.

Know

your

gency.

Know

your

pertaining to snowmobiling. Respect property of others. Don't spoil this fine winter sport by creating a bad

im

age.

Never ning

clean fuel of the proper mixture. See page 6.

frostbite . Never wear scarves, loose belts, or clothes that could catch on moving parts

Always wear

against injury.

add

. Use a safe gasoline container. Always use fresh,

Wear clothing designed for snowmobiling .

your

throttle

controls. Learn how to stop in

state, provincial, federal

fuel when smoking

eye

and

brake controls several )

and

or

while engine is

or

tree limbs.

headgear protection to guard

man-

an

emer-

local laws

run-

..

avoid

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment

or

loss

of

hearing. Wear earplugs

hearing protective device that is comfortable when wearing a snowmobile helmet to protect against jectionable an approved helmet to guard against head injury.

Avoid sun blindness. Wear properly tinted goggles or face shield. Never wear yellow eye protection in the bright sun .

Do

not

proper instructions. Take proper precautions before allowing young operators to drive.

Always use the "buddy " system. Remember you can drive farther in 30 minutes than you can walk in a day.

Carry adequate tools and repair items for emergency ) field repairs.

Don 't overload

provisions.

or

uncomfortable loud noises. Always wear

allow anyone to operate snowmobile witho

your

snowmobile .

or

any suitable

..

use sleds to carry

ob-

ut

Always carry emergency survival supplies when going on long trips. Let friends and relatives know your destination and expected arrival time.

Operation

Safety

3

Give complete

snowmobile .

Do

not

operate snowmobile in crowded areas or

steer the machine toward persons.

Do

not

operate snowmobile too close to avalanche

or

areas, occur.

Observe

lations, especially those with regard to operating on

stre ets and highways.

When cross ing highways (where permitted

a

lw

degree angle. Post guards when crossing in groups.

Do

tr

acks. Trains cannot always be heard above sound of

snowm obile engine .

tw

een tracks.

Skiers

hillsides. Avoid ski slopes.

Never operate snowmobile

first checking thickness don't panic. Conserve energy.

on other unsafe terrain where spills could

all

ays stop, look both directions, and cross at a

not

operate snowmobiles

and

undivided attention to

..

don't be a show-off.

state, provincial, federal

on

..

it is difficult to escape from be-

snowmobi

les

don't

on

rivers

of

ice. If you go through the ice,

and

local regu-

or

near

mix

on the same

or

lakes without

your

by

law)

90-

railroad

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Never operate snowmobile

Keep headlight and taillight areas free of snow.

Keep

all

shields in place . . . all guards and protective

hoods.

Never open

trails. Unseen barbed wire serious injury

Always use both hands for steering. Avo

id

Always be aware of terrain.

If

thrott

switch on the right-hand handlebar. See page 8.

ys

Alwa

ground cover conditions. Remember, ice requires a greater stopping distance. apply brakes rapidly on ice.

Ice

or

ity as snow. Drive slower on these surfaces. Do not

accelerate rapidly.

new

trails

or

death.

operating snowmobile

le

sticks, don't panic. Turn emergency stop

allow adequate stopping distance based on

hard

surfaces

do

at

night without lights.

at

night. Follow established

or

guy

wires can cause

at

excessive

To

avoid skidding, don't

not

provide the

speed

same

stabil-

M23364

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M23366

4 Safety

box

Be sure tool

could cause interference with steering or possible co

ntact with the throttle lever producing un expected

acceleration.

Do

not

speed through wooded areas. Hidden obstruc- )

tions, hanging limbs, unseen ditches, and even wild animals can cause accidents.

lid is closed

at

all times. An open lid

Do not tailgate when riding trails. Rear end collisions

can cause injury and machine damage.

Don't mix alcoholic beverages with snowmobiling.

Keep feet on footrests

to hang over sides. Do not attempt to stabilize machine with feet when making turns Broken limbs could result.

Select a riding position

you'

re

operating. Do not stand on seat, stunt, or

show-off.

Do

not jump snowmobile. Operator injury or machine

damage could result.

Keep

hands and

cially careful when freeing your snowmobile from deep snow.

feet

at

all times. Do not permit them

or

in near-spill situations.

sui

ted to the terrain upon which )

out

of

the track area .

..

be espe-

When towing a sled, use a solid towbar. Do not use

ropes or other flexible tow straps. See page 9.

Observe fuel supply regularly. Do not travel farther

than your fuel will permit you to return.

Remove

machine unattended.

Never drive

Winch it on.

Always secure snowmobile firmly to trail

trail

key

from switch whenever you leave your

your

snowmobile onto a tilt-bed trailer.

er

lights are operative.

er

. Be sure

Maintenance and Storage

Check

vent many problems from occurring.

Do

while engine is running.

Keep matches

fuel tank. Avoid possible explosions.

Check skis

they are in good condition. Keep all hardware tight.

Never lift the rear

Chunks machine on one footrest when clearing track keep all persons clear clear of track.

over

your

snowmobile regularly. This will pre-

not

attempt to make repairs to your snowmobi le

away

and

do

not

smoke while filling the

and

steering components frequently to see

of

the snowmobile to clear the track.

of

ice or rocks may be thrown rearward. Tilt

of

area. Keep hands and feet

...

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5

Identification

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A-Shock B-Skis C-Front D-Hood E-Headlight F

-Winds

G-Brake

H-Seat

I

-Rear

J-Track

K-Pan

L-Ski

A-Snow B-Rear C-StopD-Seat E-Fuel FG-Hood H-Ski 1-Ski J

K-Serial l-Track

Bumper

hield

Bumper

Spring

Bumper Taillight

Tank

Throttle

Handle

-Recoil

Absorbers

Control

M26719

Flap

Control

Start

Number

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