Pre-Ride Check
As the adult, you must teach the child the proper and safe way to ride a snowmobile. Set boundaries and adhere to them, keeping the child's safety foremost in your mind. Never allow the child to operate this vehicle without adult supervision.
WARNING
Serious injury or death could result if the vehicle
is not inspected properly before operation. Teach all operators to
perform the following Pre-Ride Check before each use of the snowmobile.
Inspect all items on the checklist for proper operation or condition before each use of the snowmobile. Procedures are outlined on the referenced pages. These checks should become automatic for the child before each ride. As the adult teacher, you must instill in all riders the importance of performing this Pre-Ride Check before they operate the snowmobile.
| Item | Description | See Page |
|---|---|---|
| Throttle | Check for proper operation | Check throttle for proper operation |
| Brake | Check for proper operation | Check brake for proper operation |
| Steering System | Check for proper operation | Check for proper operation of steering system |
| Throttle Safety Switch | Check for proper operation | Check throttle safety switch |
| Engine Stop Switch | Verify that engine stops immediately | Engine Stop Switch |
| Tether Switch | Verify that engine stops immediately | Tether Strap/Switch |
| Track | Check for damage | Inspect the track |
| Seat | Make sure seat is securely attached | - |
| Hood Straps | Make sure straps are securely latched | - |
| Track and Skis | Make sure they are not frozen to ground | - |
| Gas and Oil | Check levels and add as needed | - |
| Lights | Check for proper operation of headlight and taillight | - |