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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Avalanches
Snowmobilers should always be properly
trained and equipped before traveling in
mountainous terrain:
S Take an avalanche class
S Travel with experienced people
S Travel on designated trails
S Make sure each person is equipped with
a shovel, probe and avalanche beacon.
You don’t have to be snowmobiling on a slope for an avalanche to
occur. Be aware that all of the snow is connected. You may be riding
on a flat slope or snow covered road, but if the snowpack above is
unstable enough you can trigger an avalanche on a steeper slope above
you. Always be aware of snow conditions above you as you travel in
mountainous terrain.
Before riding in mountainous terrain, call or log on to your local
avalanche advisory to get current weather and snow stability
information.
For more information about avalanche training and avalanche
conditions, contact local law enforcement in your area, or visit the
American and Canadian online avalanche centers at
www.avalanche.org.
Ice and Snow Build-up
WARNING
Ice and snow build-up may interfere with the steering of your machine,
resulting in serious injury or death. Keep the underhood area free of
snow and ice.
Before driving, manually turn the skis to t he left and right to be sure
ice and snow are not interfering with full left and right steering. If
difficulty is encountered, remove ice and snow build-up that may be
obstructing the steering linkage.