20
Operating Instructions
Starting and Stopping
Engine
It is imperative that the brake system be
checked for wear and proper operation and
that all safety checks found in the accompa-
nying Snowmobile Safety Handbook be
performed before attempting to start the
engine.
Also, on the 2000 models, be sure
the correct carburetor main jets for the
operating temperature, altitude, and gas-
oline are being used.
After the engine has
been started, check the headlights (high and
low beam), taillight, and brakelight to be
sure they are working properly and adjusted
correctly. Make sure all lights are clean to
provide maximum illumination. The head-
light and taillight must be clean and must be
illuminated whenever the engine is running.
1. Test the operation of the brake system
by compressing the brake lever. The
brake lever must feel firm when com-
pressed; then while holding the brake
lever in the compressed position, mea-
sure the distance between the brake
lever and the handlebar. The distance
must be greater than 2.54 cm (1 in.).
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2. Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The brake fluid level must be visible
in the sight glass. Add Arctic Cat
approved brake fluid as necessary.
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 releas-
ing 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 position.
6. On the 2000 models for a cold
engine, move the choke lever to the
full-choke position. If the engine is
warm, choking is normally not nec-
essary.
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NOTE: On the 2000 models when
the engine is being started with aid
of the choke, DO NOT COMPRESS
THE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER. If
the throttle control lever is com-
pressed, the engine will not start
because the gas/air mixture will be
too lean. To start a warm engine,
however, the throttle control lever
may have to be compressed slightly.
NOTE: On the 5000 models when a
cold engine is being started, DO NOT
COMPRESS THE THROTTLE CON-
TROL LEVER. If the throttle control
lever is compressed, the engine will
not start because the fuel/air mixture
will be too lean.
7. On the 2000 models if using the recoil,
pull the recoil handle slowly until resis-
tance is felt; then give a short quick
pull. Repeat until the engine starts.
! WARNING
Do not start the engine if the brake sys-
tem is not functioning properly. Service
the brake system or have it properly
repaired prior to operating the snowmo-
bile. Serious personal injury or even
death may occur if the brake system is
not operating properly.
CAUTION
On the 5000 models, always check
the coolant level before starting the
engine.
