Arctic Cat 2012 700 i Cruiser, Operator'S Manual

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Sound Judgment
Other Vehicles
Depending on where you’re riding, you
might encounter other ATV’s, bikes, or
motor vehicles on public lands. Respect
the presence of cars if you’re crossing
roads or riding in public areas and make
yourself be seen. If you can’t see other
vehicles coming, that means you’re
invisible, too.
Hikers
With the renewed interest in hiking,
camping, and other outdoor activities,
people can show up in remote areas
where you would never expect them. For
their sake, keep your eyes open.
Animals and Nature
Respect the outdoors that you love. Don’t
use your ATV to chase animals or birds.
Drive around young trees rather than
over them. Keep clear of streams and
ditches with standing water.
Tread Lightly
and leave it as you
found it.
The last thing you expected was that your
ATV would break down in the middle of
the field... it’s usually so reliable that
sometimes you forget the ATV has its
limits.
ATV Maintenance
You have to maintain your ATV. The Gen-
eral Maintenance section of this Opera-
tor’s Manual tells you about taking care of
your ATV. If, at any time, abnormal noises,
vibrations, or improper functioning of any
component of this ATV is detected, DO
NOT OPERATE THE ATV. Take the ATV
to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for
inspection and adjustment or repair.
Cargo Limitations
One reason why passengers are prohibited
on this ATV is because their presence
throws off the weight and balance of the
ATV. Cargo can do the same. Limit the
ATV to the specified load capacity rating.
The combined weight limit, including you
and your personal items, is a specified
amount, so consult the Load Capacity Rat-
ings Chart and monitor it carefully.
Extra weight on the ATV will also throw
you off balance if it’s not distributed evenly.
Load Capacity Ratings
Chart
Max Load Capacity - Total weight of
operator, accessories, tongue weight,
and cargo on front and rear racks.
Tongue Weight - Weight on trailer
tongue.
Rear Rack and Tongue Weight -
Total weight on trailer tongue and
rear rack.
Equipment
TESTIMONIAL
DOCUMENT#: N380310A1
CITY/STATE: NEW CUMBERLAND, WV
SEX: M
AGE: 18
BODY PART: HEAD
DATE ACCIDENT: 7-30-93
DISPOSITION: DOA
SYNOPSIS: An 18 year old male died as
the result of injuries which he
sustained in an accident while
driving a 4-wheel ATV on a gravel
public road. The victim lost control
of the ATV when he suddenly applied
the brakes to avoid a dog crossing
the road. During the accident, the
ATV’s brake lever penetrated the
victim’s brain through his right eye
resulting in death. The victim was
not wearing a helmet.
Arctic Cat ATV Load Capacity Ratings
Item Specifications
(lb) (kg)
Max Load Capacity
(Utility)
(DVX)
400
250 181
113
Front Rack (max) (Utility) 50 23
Rear Rack (max) (Utility) 100 45
Tongue Weight 35 16
Rear Rack and Tongue
Weight (max) 100 45
Towing Capacity (Utility) 500 227
Think about these when dealing
with weight:
1. Weight distribution
2. ATV speed
2012 300