Every Season Products SnoCobra Ski System, User Manual

Page 1: ...SnoCobra Ski System User s Manual Every Season Products 1 866 377 0045 PO Box 236 697 Kelly Ave Dresser WI 54009 www snocobra com...

Page 2: ...t indicates that if a hazard is not avoided minor to moderate injury or damage to the vehicle and the SnoCobra Ski System CAN occur NOTICE This signal word indicates the chance or property damage if t...

Page 3: ...nary Warnings ii Welcome 1 General Information 2 Warnings 3 Installation Handling Removal 3 Operation Ski 4 Operation Vehicle 4 Towing 6 Illustrated Parts Breakdown 7 Ski Adjustment Instructions 8 Sec...

Page 4: ...nce 19 Maintenance Schedule 19 Replacing Parts 19 Composite Ski Care 19 Washing the Skis 21 Storage 20 Break In Period 17 Torque Specifications 21 Warranty SnoCobra 22 Limited Warranty 22 Customer Rem...

Page 5: ...Ski System is built for high performance on snow To keep the skis in great condition only use them on snow or ice SnoCobra Skis are not designed to be operated on anything other than snow or ice Oper...

Page 6: ...hicle will differ depending on the diameter width and tread of the front tire Read and follow all the precautionary warnings in this manual Renderings and photos in this manual are for general referen...

Page 7: ...int by the cam lever Doing so could result in pinched fingers Do not operate without a properly installed strapping system on each front tire Do not operate without properly mounted and adjusted saddl...

Page 8: ...precautions until you are familiar with its operation This includes driving at slower speeds avoiding hazardous terrain and being aware of any changes in vehicle or SnoCobra ski system performance Do...

Page 9: ...upwards and into the vehicle It is not advised to attempt driving down steep descents When coming down a steep descent you have very limited braking power available Only your rear tracks will have the...

Page 10: ...ems and immobilize the vehicle The best option is to bypass this type of obstacle If this is not possible insert a log or a stone near the obstacle to make slowly driving over it easier and safer A ve...

Page 11: ...Breakdown 1 Ski 2 Left Hand Side Saddle 3 Right Hand Side Saddle 4 Tire Strap 5 Front Cross Plate 6 Ski Handle 7 Locking Collars 8 Cam Lever 9 Wear Pads 10 Wear Bars 11 Rear Cross Plate 12 Locking Pin...

Page 12: ...ifferent depending on the diameter width wear tread pattern and manufacturer The Saddles are made to adjust from 6 11 width tire size 1 Determine Tire Width 2 Loosen a Loosen Cam Lever Collars A b Loo...

Page 13: ...rear of saddle Value X d Verify saddle is centered on ski Outside of LHS and RHS should be equal distance from edges of the ski Value Y 4 Temporarily tighten Saddle mounting nuts a Lightly tighten the...

Page 14: ...the slots in the cross plate c Tighten the cross plate nuts B to 120 in lbs 6 Tighten Saddle mounting nuts a Tighten the saddle mounting nuts A to 80 in lbs 7 Cam Lever Collars a Slide the cam lever...

Page 15: ...t a Saddles are proper width Value X and centered on the ski Value Y b Saddle mounting nuts are torqued to 80 in lbs B c Cross plate nuts are torqued to 120 in lbs C d Set screw on cam lever collars a...

Page 16: ...entered over the tire 3 Lift the cam lever up and place the Cam Pin in the top Cam Pin seat Adjust the strap Adjustment Buckle towards cam pin for larger tire away for smaller so that the cam lever is...

Page 17: ...Section A b Verify SnoCobra Ski system settings are adjusted to proper tire size section B c For components identification see section A 1 Place ONE ski in front of passenger s side tire with strappin...

Page 18: ...r foot on the cam lever arm CAUTION Do not place fingers on or around the cam lever or around the pinch point by the cam lever Fingers can be pinched 6 Verify that a Saddle plates are the correct widt...

Page 19: ...vehicle is stopped and in the Park position on snow or ice and is on level ground 2 Both skis should be taken off at the same time This prevents one ski from going in reverse that might cause damage t...

Page 20: ...tension and alignment are correct 4 Check to make sure cam lever is locked with safety pin in place 5 Check to see that skis are clear of debris 6 Follow you vehicle Owner s Manual check list for pre...

Page 21: ...ances of an accident DO NOT attempt jumps or stunts Operating in Ruts Whenever possible avoid operating in ruts created by snow or ice Try to straddle ruts to avoid excess side pressure or side load o...

Page 22: ...void climbing or descending steep hills Do not operate your vehicle beyond your abilities or the abilities of the vehicle Follow your vehicle owner s manual regarding proper safe operation on hills Tu...

Page 23: ...pressure than is recommended in the installation settings of the installation instructions 3 Is stored in such a manner that does not cause damage or cutting of the strapping system Saddle Brackets If...

Page 24: ...rdware components nuts bolt washers etc become worn cross threaded or corroded they must be replaced For a complete list of replacement parts visit your local SnoCobra dealer or call Every Season Prod...

Page 25: ...washing the skis garden hose pressure should not cause any concerns If you are using a pressure washer take special care not to wash off the labels or damage the skis with high pressure water jets Not...

Page 26: ...warranty claim shall be subject to receipt of prior authorization and shipping instructions from the dealer from whom the product was purchased and return of the product freight paid together with an...

Page 27: ...Products Customer Support at 866 377 0045 ex 2 and we will provide you with a shipping label to return the item s Customer pays for return shipping charges All items shipped back must be in original p...

Page 28: ...24 Technical Support Every Season Products PO Box 236 Dresser WI 54009 Phone 1 866 377 0045 Fax 1 866 377 0045 www snocobra com...