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STORAGE

Long-term storage requires some preven-

tive procedures to guard against deteriora-

tion.

1. Cleaning

Thoroughly clean the snowmobile, inside

and out, to remove the corrosive salts and

acids that can accumulate. Use Yamaha

Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an

equivalent product, to loosen mud, grease,

and grime. Wash with mild soap, then rinse

and dry completely.

2. Lubrication

Lubricate moving parts, suspension link-

age, and pivot points. Use the grease or

lubricant specified in the MAINTENANCE

section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general-pur-

pose lubricant. Proper lubrication fights

corrosion while it reduces friction.

3. Fuel system preparation

Add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Condi-

tioner, or an equivalent stabilizer, to the

fuel tank to help prevent fuel oxidation and

gum and varnish deposits, and to inhibit

corrosion in the fuel system and carbure-

tor. In areas where oxygenated fuel (gaso-

hol) is used, completely drain the fuel

system. Ask a Yamaha dealer if further

information is needed.

4. Engine

Proper storage of the engine is essential to

prevent costly rust and corrosion damage

to internal engine components. This is

more important in areas where oxygenated

fuel (gasohol) is used, because the alcohol

content in the fuel increases the chance for

water to enter the engine. Use Yamaha

Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equiva-

lent fogging oil, to protect both the com-

bustion chamber and crankshaft from

corrosion. An alternate method is to

remove the carburetor silencer and squirt

oil into the carburetor throats while the

engine is running.

CAUTION

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Do not attempt to store the snowmobile

by simply starting the engine occasion-

ally during the storage period. This can

cause more harm than good! Moisture

and acids form during combustion

which can actually increase the chance

for corrosion damage during the stor-

age period.

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5. Protection

Apply a coat of wax to painted surfaces.

Apply suitable protectants to the exterior of

the engine, drive track, and to other metal,

plastic, and rubber parts.

6. Battery

Remove the battery from the snowmobile.

Store it in a cool, dry place that is above

0 °C (32 °F), but less than 30 °C (90 °F).

Check the condition of the battery once a

month, and charge it as necessary.

WARNING

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●

Never smoke around the battery

while it is being charged. Sparks

may ignite the hydrogen gas created

by the battery.

●

Never connect the battery to or dis-

connect it from the snowmobile

while it is being charged. Sparks

may ignite the hydrogen gas created

by the battery.

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Make sure that the battery terminals

are tight.

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