- OWNER'S HUB
IN SPRINGTIME CONDITIONS
- OWNER'S HUB
IN SPRINGTIME CONDITIONS
When it comes to riding the WS250, it’s important to remember that it’s designed for off-trail riding in deep snow. While it’s still possible to ride it in low-snow conditions, it’s not ideal, as it can cause the engine to overheat.
That being said, here are some key points to keep in mind if you decide to ride your WS250 in low-snow conditions.
How the engine’s cooling works
The WS250 is equipped with a liquid-cooled engine, with the heat-exchanger positioned in front of the track. As you ride, snow is propelled onto the heat-exchanger, effectively cooling a liquid that circulates through the engine to keep it from overheating. The cooling liquid is housed in a reservoir on the right side of the vehicle.
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In low-snow conditions, it's important to keep an eye on your WS250’s engine temperature as there is less snow being propelled onto the heat exchanger, making it more likely for the engine to overheat.
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You can prevent engine overheating by adapting your riding style. Try to ride in as much snow as possible, and avoid going full throttle on hard, compact snow. When you stop, turn the engine off to avoid heat buildup.
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If you see an area with more snow, ride over it slowly and give a small blip of acceleration to propel snow onto the heat exchanger, helping to cool the engine.
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If the engine overheats, the engine temperature light on your cluster will go from blue to red and the WS250 will automatically shut off.
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If this happens, don’t worry, there is a quick solution. Remove the rear and right-side quick-access panels, take some snow, and place it onto the heat-exchanger. Be careful not to put snow on the transmission as this will affect the vehicle’s driveability. Wait a few minutes to let the engine cool down, and place the cover panel back. Start your WS250, and you should see the engine temperature indicator go back to blue.
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If after setting off, the engine temperature indicator turns red and the WS250 shuts off again, repeat the same procedure of removing the left-side cover panel and adding snow onto the heat exchanger.
By following these tips, you can safely and confidently ride your WS250 stand-up snowmobile in low-snow conditions. Remember to always keep an eye on your WS250’s engine temperature, and adapt your riding style to prevent engine overheating.
When it comes to riding the WS250, it’s important to remember that it’s designed for off-trail riding in deep snow. While it’s still possible to ride it in low-snow conditions, it’s not ideal, as it can cause the engine to overheat.
That being said, here are some key points to keep in mind if you decide to ride your WS250 in low-snow conditions.
How the engine’s cooling works
The WS250 is equipped with a liquid-cooled engine, with the heat-exchanger positioned in front of the track. As you ride, snow is propelled onto the heat-exchanger, effectively cooling a liquid that circulates through the engine to keep it from overheating. The cooling liquid is housed in a reservoir on the right side of the vehicle.
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In low-snow conditions, it's important to keep an eye on your WS250’s engine temperature as there is less snow being propelled onto the heat exchanger, making it more likely for the engine to overheat.
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You can prevent engine overheating by adapting your riding style. Try to ride in as much snow as possible, and avoid going full throttle on hard, compact snow. When you stop, turn the engine off to avoid heat buildup.
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If you see an area with more snow, ride over it slowly and give a small blip of acceleration to propel snow onto the heat exchanger, helping to cool the engine.
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If the engine overheats, the engine temperature light on your cluster will go from blue to red and the WS250 will automatically shut off.
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If this happens, don’t worry, there is a quick solution. Remove the rear and right-side quick-access panels, take some snow, and place it onto the heat-exchanger. Be careful not to put snow on the transmission as this will affect the vehicle’s driveability. Wait a few minutes to let the engine cool down, and place the cover panel back. Start your WS250, and you should see the engine temperature indicator go back to blue.
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If after setting off, the engine temperature indicator turns red and the WS250 shuts off again, repeat the same procedure of removing the left-side cover panel and adding snow onto the heat exchanger.
By following these tips, you can safely and confidently ride your WS250 stand-up snowmobile in low-snow conditions. Remember to always keep an eye on your WS250’s engine temperature, and adapt your riding style to prevent engine overheating.
