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NOTE: Stud installation can be per-
formed by the snowmobile owner if
qualified to do so. If the owner does
not feel qualified, take the snowmo-
bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow-
mobile dealer for this service. This
service is at the discretion and
expense of the snowmobile owner.
For proper installation, use the following
procedure:
1. Using a Stud Template, mark the
desired stud pattern to be used.
2. Using the proper-sized stud hole
drill bit, drill out the stud holes.
3. Push the stud through the hole from
inside the track; then place the
domed support plate and lock nut on
the exposed stud.
4. Using a wrench to secure the stud,
tighten the lock nut on the exposed stud.
It is also recommended 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 control under
these conditions. The length of the car-
bide on the wear bars should be propor-
tionate to the number of track studs (i.e.
small number of track studs — short
length of carbide...many track studs —
long length of carbide). The proper pro-
portion between the number of studs and
carbide length on the wear bar will main-
tain steering balance.
Reverse Operation
The reverse function offers the operator the
convenience of being able to back up the
snowmobile rather than having to turn the
snowmobile around by hand.
Shifting Into Reverse
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1. Move the gear shift knob into the
neutral (center) position; then pull
back on the knob and move it to the
reverse position.
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2. After shifting into reverse, apply the
throttle slowly and evenly to allow
the clutches to engage properly.
! WARNING
When installing studs on a single-ply
track, it is important to use Arctic Cat-
approved studs (proper head diame-
ter). If approved studs (proper head
diameter) are not used, studs could
tear free of the track causing possible
injury or even death. Consult an
authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile
dealer for information.
! WARNING
Always balance the snowmobile with
the proper proportion between the
number of studs and carbide length
on the wear bars. Do not “over drive”
conditions; use common sense in all
operating conditions.
CAUTION
Do not use studs that are more than
9.525 mm (0.375 in.) longer than the
track lug height.
! WARNING
Do not operate a snowmobile with
loose studs as they may be thrown
from the track. Always use a shielded
safety stand whenever performing
any maintenance or adjustments.
! WARNING
DO NOT stand behind the snowmo-
bile or near the rotating track. NEVER
run the track at high speed when the
track is suspended.
CAUTION
Shift only when the vehicle is
stopped and the engine is at idle or
severe transmission damage may
occur.
! WARNING
Do not use high speed when backing
up. Control could be lost and injury
could occur.
