Arctic Cat Alterra 90 Operator'S Manual Download Page 4

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Table of Contents

Division I - Rider Awareness/

Responsibility

Foreword..........................................................................................................1
ATV Safety Alert ..............................................................................................5
Rider Training Course ....................................................................................6
Hangtag............................................................................................................7
Warning Labels ...............................................................................................8
Warnings.................................................................................................... 9-15
Prevention 
............................................................................................... 16-19

Clothing and Gear ............................................................................... 16
Condition of the ATV
............................................................................ 17
First Aid and Survival 
.......................................................................... 18

Active Riding .................................................................................................20
Sound Judgment
..................................................................................... 21-22

Those Around You ............................................................................... 21
Environment 
........................................................................................ 21
Equipment 
........................................................................................... 22
Personal Choices 
................................................................................ 22
Load Capacity Ratings Chart 
.............................................................. 22

Supervision ...................................................................................................24

Taking Responsibility ........................................................................... 24

Inexperienced Riders.................................................................... 24
Experienced Riders ...................................................................... 24

Division II - Operation/Maintenance

Parts and Accessories ...................................................................................1
ATV Specifications........................................................................................25
Location of Controls
.....................................................................................25
ATV Operation 
......................................................................................... 26-31

Basic Operating Maneuvers ................................................................ 26

Starting the Engine ....................................................................... 26
Starting A Cold Engine 
................................................................. 26

Handling the ATV (Active Riding Techniques) ..................................... 27
Tips
...................................................................................................... 28

General Information ................................................................................32-37

Control Locations and Functions..........................................................32
Shift Lever 
............................................................................................34
Carburetor Float Bowl Drain 
.................................................................34
Oil Level Stick
.......................................................................................34
Seat Lock 
.............................................................................................35
Safety Flag/Bracket 
..............................................................................35
Transporting ATV 
..................................................................................35
Gasoline-Oil-Lubricant 
.........................................................................36
Engine Break-In 
...................................................................................37

General Maintenance ..............................................................................38-48

Maintenance Schedule.........................................................................38
Shock Absorbers 
..................................................................................39
General Lubrication 
..............................................................................39
Hand Brake System 
.............................................................................40
Adjusting Brakes 
..................................................................................40
Gas/Vent Hoses 
...................................................................................41
Protective Rubber Boots 
......................................................................41
Battery
..................................................................................................42
Spark Plug
............................................................................................45
Engine Idle RPM Adjustment 
...............................................................45
Throttle Cable Adjustment
....................................................................45
Air Filter 
................................................................................................46
Tires 
.....................................................................................................46
Wheels 
.................................................................................................47
Bulb Replacement 
................................................................................47
Fuse 
.....................................................................................................48
Storage
.................................................................................................48

Preparation For Storage .............................................................................. 49
Preparation After Storage
............................................................................ 50
Limited Warranty 
.......................................................................................... 51
Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility....
............................................ 52
Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty
............................ 53
U.S. EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage - ATV 

(U.S. Only) ................................................................................................. 54

Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................... 57
Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer ............................. 57
Maintenance Record 
.................................................................................... 55
Identification Numbers Record 
........................................ Inside Back Cover

Summary of Contents for Alterra 90

Page 1: ...RRA 90 www arcticcat com Do not remove this Operator s Manual from this ATV according to the guidelines and agreement with the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission Read this manual carefully It cont...

Page 2: ...ould supervise their child s use of the ATV at all times Parents should permit continued use only if they determine that the child has the ability to operate the ATV safely For your safety it is impor...

Page 3: ...ed You have chosen a quality Arctic Cat ATV designed and manufactured to give dependable service Be sure as the owner operator of an Arctic Cat ATV to become thoroughly familiar with its basic operati...

Page 4: ...ion 32 37 Control Locations and Functions 32 Shift Lever 34 Carburetor Float Bowl Drain 34 Oil Level Stick 34 Seat Lock 35 Safety Flag Bracket 35 Transporting ATV 35 Gasoline Oil Lubricant 36 Engine B...

Page 5: ...perating this ATV Never operate at excessive speeds Always travel at a speed which is proper for the terrain visibility and operating conditions and your experience Never attempt wheelies jumps or oth...

Page 6: ...ast flowing water or in water deeper than the footrests Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping capa bility Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them lightly several time...

Page 7: ...PROPER INSTRUCTION TAKE A TRAINING COURSE BEGINNERS SHOULD COM PLETE THE TRAINING COURSE DESCRIBED ON PAGE 6 NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER OR RIDE AS A PASSENGER ON AN ATV CARRYING A PASSENGER MAY UPSET THE...

Page 8: ...after completing the training course U S owners only one incentive Arctic Cat provides free rider training courses to appropriate immediate family members per ATV purchase Others can take the training...

Page 9: ...tion which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Hangtag Your Arctic Cat ATV comes with a hangtag containing important safety information Anyone who rides the ATV should read and unde...

Page 10: ...rmation Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this information before riding The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the ATV If a label comes off or becomes hard to read co...

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