Arctic Cat ATV 2005, Operator'S Manual

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! WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
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AN ATV IS NOT A TOY AND CAN BE
HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
• Always go slowly and be extra careful
when operating on unfamiliar terrain.
Always be alert to changing terrain con-
ditions when operating the ATV.
• Never operate on excessively rough,
slippery, or loose terrain.
• Always follow proper procedures for turn-
ing as described in this manual. Practice
turning at slow speeds before attempting
to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at
excessive speed.
• Always have the ATV checked by an
authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer if it has
been involved in an accident.
• Never operate the ATV on hills too steep
for the ATV or for your abilities. Practice
on smaller hills before attempting larger
hills.
• Always follow proper procedures for
climbing hills as described in this man-
ual. Check the terrain carefully before
you start up any hill. Never climb hills
with slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your
weight forward. Never open the throttle
suddenly or make sudden gear changes.
Never go over the top of any hill at high
speed.
• Always follow proper procedures for
going down hills and for braking on hills
as described in this manual. Check the
terrain carefully before you start down
any hill. Shift your weight backward.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
Avoid going down a hill at an angle which
would cause the ATV to lean sharply to
one side. Go straight down the hill where
possible.
• Always follow proper procedures for
crossing the side of a hill as described in
this manual. Avoid hills with slippery or
loose surfaces. Shift your weight to the
uphill side of the ATV. Never attempt to
turn the ATV around on any hill until you
have mastered the turning techniques
described in this manual on level ground.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.
• Always use proper procedures if you stall
or roll backward when climbing a hill. To
avoid stalling, maintain a steady speed
when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll
backwards, follow the special procedure
for braking described in this manual. Dis-
mount on the uphill side or to either side
if pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV
around and mount following the proce-
dure described in this manual.
• Always check for obstacles before oper-
ating in a new area. Never attempt to
operate over large obstacles, such as
large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow
proper procedures when operating over
obstacles as described in this manual.
• Always be careful of skidding or sliding.
On slippery surfaces, such as ice, go
slowly and be very cautious in order to
reduce the chance of skidding or sliding
out of control.
• Never operate an ATV in fast flowing
water or in water deeper than the foot-
rests. Remember that wet brakes may
have reduced stopping capability. Test
your brakes after leaving water. If neces-
sary, apply them lightly several times to
let friction dry out the pads.
• Always be sure there are no obstacles or
people behind you when you operate in
reverse. When it is safe to proceed in
reverse, go slowly. Avoid turning at sharp
angles in reverse.
• Always use the size and type tires speci-
fied in this manual. Always maintain
proper tire pressure as described in this
manual.
• Never improperly install or improperly
use accessories on this ATV.
• Never install a twist grip throttle on this
ATV.
• Never exceed the stated load capacity
for an ATV. Cargo should be properly dis-
tributed and securely attached. Reduce
speed and follow instructions in this
manual for carrying cargo or pulling a
trailer and allow greater distance for
braking.