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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING AND 

STOPPING ENGINE

It is imperative that the brake system
be checked for wear and proper opera-
tion and that all safety checks found in
the accompanying Snowmobile Safety
Handbook

be

performed

before

attempting to start the engine. After the
engine has been started, check the
headlights (high and low beam), tail-
light, and brakelight to be sure they are
working properly and adjusted cor-
rectly. Make sure all lights are clean to
provide maximum illumination. The
headlight and taillight must be clean
and must be illuminated whenever the
engine is running.

1. Test the operation of the brake sys-

tem by compressing the brake
lever. The brake lever must feel
firm when compressed; then while
holding the brake lever in the com-
pressed position, measure the dis-
tance between the brake lever and
the handlebar. The distance must
be greater than 2.54 cm (1 in.).

741-328C

2. Check the fluid level in the reser-

voir. The brake fluid level must be
visible in the sight glass. Add Arc-
tic Cat approved brake fluid as
necessary.

741-328A

NOTE: If the sight glass appears

dark, there is a sufficient amount
of fluid in the reservoir.

3. Test the throttle control lever by

completely

compressing

and

releasing it several times. The
lever MUST return to the idle
position quickly and completely.

4. Move the emergency stop switch

to the UP or RUN position.

5. Insert key into ignition switch;

then rotate key to the RUN posi-
tion.

NOTE: When a cold engine is

being started, DO NOT COMPRESS

THE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER.

If the throttle control lever is com-
pressed, the engine will not start
because the fuel/air mixture will be
too lean.

! WARNING

Do not start the engine if the brake
system is not functioning properly.
Service the brake system or have it
properly repaired prior to operat-
ing the snowmobile. Serious per-
sonal injury or even death may
occur if the brake system is not
operating properly.

CAUTION

Always check the coolant level
before starting the engine.

Summary of Contents for 2010 Crossfire 600

Page 1: ...Operator sManual SHARE OUR PASSION TM 2010 2010 Crossfire600 Crossfire800 SnoPro LE M6 M8 SnoPro LE M8HCR M1000SnoPro Mountain Crossover Models...

Page 2: ...sale of snowmobile on Arctic Cat supplied batteries 4 THIRTY 30 DAYS from date of sale for all dealer installed genuine Arctic Cat service parts and accessories 5 UNTIL EXPIRATION OF THE NEW PRODUCT W...

Page 3: ...e 600 800 cc STD Models 16 Towing 16 Arctic Power Valve APV System 16 Exhaust Controlled Timing ECT System 17 Operating Instructions 18 22 Starting and Stopping Engine 18 Braking 19 Emergency Stopping...

Page 4: ...and Safety Handbook Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury to yourself or others PERSONAL INJURY To avoid injury to yourself and others NEVER operate the snowmobile without fi...

Page 5: ...r or service is ever required contact an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for professional service At the time of publication all information and illustrations were technically cor rect Some il...

Page 6: ...Model Numbers S2010M6D3EUSG S2010M8H3EUSG S2010M8HSPUSW S2010M8HLEUSB S2010M8HEKUSG S2010M8HSEUSW S2010M8HHCUSG S2010M1LSEUSW S2010CFD1EUSG S2010CFH1EUSG S2010CFHSPUSW S2010CFHLEUSB Standards to whic...

Page 7: ...SNOWMOBILE SAFETY RULES 3 SNOWMOBILE SAFETY RULES...

Page 8: ...n any way Always provide the snowmobile name VIN and ESN when contacting an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for parts service accessories or warranty If the complete engine must be replaced as...

Page 9: ...its rated capacity only Expan sion room must be maintained in the tank particularly if the tank is filled with cold gasoline and then moved to a warm area Also if the snowmobile is to remain on a trai...

Page 10: ...en to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for a checkup This checkup is at the discretion and the expense of the snowmobile owner DRIVE BELT BREAK IN Drive belts require a break in period of ap...

Page 11: ...appears With RPM displayed on the readout screen by pushing and holding the left button maximum RPM will be dis played on the readout screen The max imum RPM readout will reset when the right button...

Page 12: ...within the speedometer tachometer Also incorporated into the speedometer tachometer is a digital readout screen FZ001E A High Beam B Oil Pressure Low Oil C Coolant Temperature D Increment Button E Sel...

Page 13: ...out with the maximum altimeter dis played push and hold the select button for a minimum of two seconds Service Icon The icon should briefly illuminate each time the engine is started then it should go...

Page 14: ...ed take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service If not under warranty this service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmo bile owner Additional codes are displ...

Page 15: ...duce noise and to improve the total performance of the engine If any exhaust system component is removed from the engine and the engine is run severe engine damage will result AIR INTAKE SILENCER Used...

Page 16: ...at the end of the snowmobiling season whichever occurs first This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner When operating the snowmobile at high altitudes it may be necessary...

Page 17: ...he snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner Kits are available to either stiffen or soften gas sh...

Page 18: ...ommended that whenever studs are installed on a track carbide wear bars should be installed on the skis Carbide wear bars complement the track studs to balance steering con trol under these conditions...

Page 19: ...peed is above 4000 RPM NOTE If attempting to shift into reverse at too high engine RPM above 4000 RPM the reverse function will be cancelled and the coolant temperature warning icon will flash This in...

Page 20: ...re 1 Slide the front of the seat into position on the tunnel then lower the rear of the seat onto the lock ing pins 2 Press down on the rear of the seat until the retaining clips snap into place on th...

Page 21: ...may also be sticking NOTE APV cleaning may be done by the snowmobile owner if qualified to do so If the owner does not feel qualified take the snowmobile to an authorized Arc tic Cat Snowmobile deale...

Page 22: ...2 54 cm 1 in 741 328C 2 Check the fluid level in the reser voir The brake fluid level must be visible in the sight glass Add Arc tic Cat approved brake fluid as necessary 741 328A NOTE If the sight g...

Page 23: ...tion key to the OFF position or push the emergency stop switch to the DOWN position BRAKING The following items are items that the operator must be familiar with when operating this snowmobile and its...

Page 24: ...g the brake lever more than twice is nec essary to obtain the necessary stopping power immediately take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service If not under warranty t...

Page 25: ...it sev eral times The lever MUST return to the idle position quickly and completely NOTE If the throttle control lever operates properly and the engine does not start compress the throt tle lever sli...

Page 26: ...These changes affect drive train components The altitude information decal is located beneath the hood of the snow mobile NOTE Just as important as cali brating the snowmobile for higher altitudes is...

Page 27: ...side and place a piece of cardboard underneath to protect the finish on the hood and belly pan NOTE It is recommended that the gas tank be nearly empty less than 1 4 full when tipping the snowmobile...

Page 28: ...r enough to allow the flush fluid to drain from the gear case into the drain pan 18 Secure the snowmobile in this position until the flush fluid is completely drained 19 When the fluid has completely...

Page 29: ...to the upper steering shaft grease fitting located on each side of the snowmobile directly below the inner cap screw securing the upper A arm to the chassis until grease is noted coming out of the bot...

Page 30: ...operation throttle cable tension and wear Drive Belt Daily Monthly 32 Check for wear cracks and fraying Check length and width dimensions Ski Wear Bars Daily 42 Check for wear and damage Electrical W...

Page 31: ...lways use the recom mended spark plugs in the engine See the appropriate specifications chart for correct spark plug gap Varying terrain conditions and operat ing usage may require spark plugs of a di...

Page 32: ...mance or engine damage CHECKING ADJUSTING APV CABLES Proper cable adjustment is critical to the operation of the APV system Although inspecting cable adjustment is recommended every 1000 2000 miles th...

Page 33: ...ements to the APV Cable Length chart NOTE The measurements must be within the specifications from the chart If the measurements are within specifications no adjust ment is necessary proceed to step 8...

Page 34: ...service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner Checking Brake Lever Travel Before each use check the brake lever travel using the following procedure 1 Compress the brake lever full...

Page 35: ...lows free of air bubbles NOTE It may be necessary to refill the reservoir during the bleeding process 5 When the brake fluid is free of all air and the brake lever feels firm when compressed fill the...

Page 36: ...aining fluid then fill the reservoir with fresh fluid and install the cover 9 Pump the brake lever to ensure correct positioning of the brake pads then release 10 Remove the reservoir cover and fill t...

Page 37: ...1 Place a straightedge on the top of the drive belt The straightedge should reach from the drive clutch to the top of the driven pulley NOTE Make sure the drive belt is all the way out in the driven...

Page 38: ...turn the adjuster around reverse it and insert the cap screw into the adjuster 0744 551 6 Install the sheave adjuster and cap screw onto the driven pulley then tighten the cap screw until the movable...

Page 39: ...the track on the bottom side hook a spring scale around a track clip then pull down on the scale to the recommended pressure Measure the deflection distance between the bottom of the wear strip and t...

Page 40: ...whenever the track tension is adjusted Checking Track Alignment 1 Remove excess ice and snow buildup from the track track drive sprockets and the inside of the skid frame 2 Position the tips of the s...

Page 41: ...inue adjustment until proper alignment is obtained NOTE Make sure correct track tension is maintained after adjust ing track alignment see Track Ten sion sub section 3 After proper track alignment is...

Page 42: ...spring ten sion on the side that is pitching If both sides are pitching relax the spring ten sion on both sides 734 501B 734 500B Adjusting Shocks Fox Air Shocks NOTE It is recommended to monitor the...

Page 43: ...loss is from the pump hose not from the shock 6 Install the air valve cap onto the shock Skid Frame Front Arm NOTE On some models the front arm limiter straps are not adjustable The skid frame front a...

Page 44: ...tool kit Rotate the wrench until the cam is in the desired position To stiffen the ride rotate the cam so as to raise the spring end Make the appropriate adjustment on the other cam LIGHTS For the cor...

Page 45: ...torx head screws securing the air silencer plenum to the hood 3 Open the hood then remove the O rings securing the air silencer plenum to the hood and remove the air silencer plenum to access the bulb...

Page 46: ...t the headlight using the adjustment knobs until correct aim is obtained Shut the engine off then disengage the brake lever lock SKI WEAR BARS The ski wear bar is a replaceable bar attached to the und...

Page 47: ...rubber damper inserts and washers NOTE Install the cap screw so the slotted nut will be located to the inside of the ski 6 Apply red Loctite 271 to the threads of the cap screw then tighten the nut t...

Page 48: ...TE The rail wear strips will wear rapidly if the snowmobile is operated on terrain on which the snow cover is minimal Loose snow is required to cool and lubri cate the wear strips and prevent accelera...

Page 49: ...he part number can be read will ensure that the drive belt is always run the same direction DRIVE BELT DEFLECTION Drive belt length condition and deflection are all important for peak performance To c...

Page 50: ...ced or if the drive belt turns over offset must be checked Also offset must be checked whenever either the drive clutch or driven pulley is serviced NOTE For checking offset it is necessary to use Clu...

Page 51: ...utch driven pulley using the par allelism bar and reference points X and Y with the parallelism bar between the driven sheaves Using a caliper or a machinist s scale measure X and Y from the back side...

Page 52: ...ension leads from the spark plugs then remove the plugs connect them to the leads and ground them on the cylinder heads B Pour 29 5 ml 1 fl oz of SAE 30 petroleum based oil into each spark plug hole a...

Page 53: ...ing bolts to reduce track tension Cover the snowmobile with a machine cover or a heavy tarpaulin to protect it from dirt and dust 16 If the snowmobile must be stored outdoors position the snowmo bile...

Page 54: ...s for deterioration or cracks replace if necessary Make sure all connec tions are tight then on 2 stroke models fill the oil injection reser voir with the recommended 2 cycle oil see Gasoline Oil sub...

Page 55: ...rd warranty coverage and continues for 30 months or 2500 miles whichever comes first COMPONENTS COVERED The emissions warranty covers major emissions control components and emission related components...

Page 56: ...52 NOTES...

Page 57: ...sfer the unused portion of the original warranty to a second party In order to transfer warranty fill out this form completely then return a copy of this form to Arctic Cat Inc Arctic Cat will then pr...

Page 58: ...Fold Back Once CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 Place Stamp Here...

Page 59: ...m your selling dealer warranty may be performed by any authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer The authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer will examine the snowmobile or part to determine if in his op...

Page 60: ...Printed in U S A Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc Thief River Falls MN 56701 p n 2258 698 Phone 218 681 9851 U S 204 982 1772 Canada TM ARCTIC CAT...

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