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Starting A Cold Engine
1. Turn off all electrical acces-
sories (lights, etc.); then rotate
the ignition switch key to the
fi rst position(ON) leaving the
headlights
OFF.
Note that the Neutral light is
illuminated.
2. Push the choke lever to the left.
3. Press on the starter button for a maximum eight seconds.
4. When the engine starts, move the choke lever to the mid-position.
5. Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2-2 1/2 minutes;
then move the choke lever to the OFF position. Do not touch the
throttle lever until the engine has run for at least 3 minutes.
6. Run the engine for at least 10 minutes so it is thoroughly warmed
up. If the engine is run for a shorter period of time, the spark plug
may not have reached a high enough temperature to burn off the
excess fuel in the combustion chamber.
Varying Temperature Adjustments
To ensure proper starting and operating performance, the following
adjustments should be made for varying ambient temperatures.
0° C (32° F) - Use 5W-30 Arctic Cat 4-Cycle Engine Oil (p/n 0436-
003).
Active Riding
ACTIVE RIDIN
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! CAUTION
Engaging the starter motor for longer than eight seconds at a time
can damage the ATV. The starter motor and wiring harness may
overheat. If the engine does not start after several attempts, check
the fuel supply and ignition system.
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Note:
If the engine RPM starts to decrease or if the engine starts to stall,
move the choke lever to the left until RPM increases; then as the RPM
stabilizes, move the choke lever to the OFF position.
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Note:
These recommended adjustments are the owner’s responsibility.
