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Arctic Cat BEARCAT 2015, Operator'S Manual

The Arctic Cat BEARCAT 2015 is a powerful snowmobile designed for rugged terrain. To operate this machine safely and efficiently, make sure to download the free Operator's Manual from manualshive.com. This comprehensive manual provides essential instructions and maintenance tips for your Arctic Cat BEARCAT 2015.

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Snowmobile Safety Rules

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Page 1: ...O P E R A T O R S M A N U A L www arcticcat com BEARCAT LYNX...

Page 2: ...snow conditions without proper lubrication or additional idler wheels and the following parts Fuel Filter Light Bulbs Windshield Drive Belt Torn or Punctured Upholstery Wear Bars Brake Pads Spark Plu...

Page 3: ...arcat XT GS 19 Towing 19 Operating Instructions 20 24 Starting and Stopping Engine 20 Braking 22 Emergency Stopping 23 Throttle Ignition Monitor Switch 23 Varying Altitude Operation 24 Lubrication 25...

Page 4: ...l and Safety Handbook Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury to yourself or others Personal Injury To avoid injury to yourself and others NEVER operate the snowmobile without f...

Page 5: ...or service is ever required contact an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for professional service At the time of publication all information and illustrations were technically cor rect Some illu...

Page 6: ...Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Type of Equipment Snowmobile Model Numbers Brand Name Arctic Cat S2015BCDFCUSL S2015BCDWTOSO S2015BCNWGUSO S2015BCNWTUSL S2015BCDWEOSB S2015BCDWTUSL S2015BCNWLOSB S2015L...

Page 7: ...3 Snowmobile Safety Rules...

Page 8: ...anty will be allowed by Arctic Cat Inc if the engine serial number or VIN is removed or mutilated in any way Always provide the snowmobile name VIN and ESN when contacting an autho rized Arctic Cat Sn...

Page 9: ...n requirements of the Arctic Cat snowmobile engine Recommended Engine Oil 5000 The recommended oil to use is C TEC4 Synthetic Oil p n 6639 524 qt or p n 6639 525 gal After the engine break in period t...

Page 10: ...elines will be beneficial With occasional full throttle operation To ensure proper engine break in Arctic Cat recommends that the engine oil and filter be changed after 500 miles This service is at th...

Page 11: ...rning icon and the TEMP display will go out Speedometer Tachometer Indicator Icons These snowmobiles are equipped with different speedometer tachometer styles Determine which style your model is equip...

Page 12: ...snowmobile Once the Low Oil Warning Icon illuminates during operation of the snowmobile the operator must periodi cally monitor the level of oil in the reser voir and must fill the reservoir the next...

Page 13: ...ys illuminated or it illuminates while the engine is running the battery is not being charged and the snowmobile is running on battery reserve power only If the Charging System Warning Icon illuminate...

Page 14: ...t select is pushed within a 5 second time period the clock setting mode will be exited with changes saved NOTE The altimeter readout is based off barometric pressure and may require calibration as wea...

Page 15: ...the snowmobile owner E Charging System Warning Icon 5000 This icon is designed to warn the operator if the battery charging system is not func tioning The icon should illuminate each time the key is...

Page 16: ...allows air to enter the brake system Code Trouble 1 Failure in the fuel system 2 Failure in injector PTO 3 Failure in injector MAG 4 Failure in barometric pressure sensor 5 Open or short circuit in i...

Page 17: ...it may be necessary to jump start a snowmobile If so use the following procedure to carefully and safely complete this procedure 1 On the snowmobile to be jump started slide any terminal boots away 2...

Page 18: ...with the good battery Allow the vehicle to run for several minutes applying some charge to the dead battery 9 Start the snowmobile with the dead battery and allow it to run for several minutes before...

Page 19: ...wmobile owner NOTE When the snowmobile is operated in extremely cold weather 23 C 10 F or colder a small amount of leakage may be present Unless the leakage is excessive replacement is not necessary S...

Page 20: ...e as it will tend to dig the skis deeper into the snow Always use minimal speed when operating in reverse and come to a com plete stop before shifting from either for ward to reverse or reverse to for...

Page 21: ...en the snowmobile is operated in reverse Adjustable Movable Backrest Bearcat Lynx 2000 LT The backrest is designed for maximum comfort and safety When riding double the backrest must be in the passeng...

Page 22: ...ward allow it to settle into posi tion and release the latch to lock the seat securely Bearcat XT These snowmobiles are equipped with a removable rear seat and on the LTD a removable third seat to all...

Page 23: ...This snowmobile is equipped with a winch There are two mounting locations The front mounting location is for actual use of the winch see the winch guide and should not remain in this location when ope...

Page 24: ...e 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...

Page 25: ...set of properly gapped recommended spark plugs 11 Flooding On the 5000 models if the engine does not start but seems ready to start engage the brake lever lock then compress the throttle con trol leve...

Page 26: ...the brake pads to drag on the disc and may overheat the brake fluid 4 The brake lever lock is not a parking brake and should not be applied for periods exceeding 5 minutes NEVER OPERATE THE SNOW MOBIL...

Page 27: ...operates properly rotate the ignition key to the RUN position and go through normal starting procedures NOTE On the 2000 models if the throttle control lever operates prop erly and the engine does not...

Page 28: ...tion com ponents 2000 The altitude information decal is located on the belt guard of the snowmobile Lynx 2000 On the Bearcat 2000 LT Lynx 2000 LT the information is incorpo rated into the Carburetor J...

Page 29: ...empty less than 1 4 full when tipping the snowmo bile 4 Remove the drain plug from the gear case then install a drain adapter fit ting with hose into the drain plug hole 0743 456 0741 334 NOTE To aid...

Page 30: ...check fill plug 20 Pour the exact amount of Arctic Cat Synthetic ACT Gear Case Fluid into the check fill hole then install the plug Tighten securely 21 Install the driven clutch then install the driv...

Page 31: ...rs NOTE Arctic Cat recommends that Arctic Cat All Temp Grease p n 4639 365 be used for this proce dure 1 Shut engine off and wait for all mov ing parts to stop 2 With the gas tank nearly empty less th...

Page 32: ...Electrical Wiring Weekly Check for wear damage and tight connections Exhaust System Weekly 13 Check for damage leakage and obstructions Nuts Bolts Fasteners Weekly Check tightness Recoil Starter Weekl...

Page 33: ...d Filters are available from an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer 3 Install the new in line fuel filter if necessary in the fuel hose so the arrow on the filter points toward the fuel pump Make...

Page 34: ...e is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner Checking Engine Oil Level 5000 1 Park the snowmobile on a level sur face then start the engine and allow it to warm up for 5 10 minutes or if...

Page 35: ...n the air bleed bolt located on the oil pump beneath the coolant tank to purge air from the oil hose ZJ004A NOTE When air can no longer be heard purging from oil pump bleed tighten the bleed bolt to 7...

Page 36: ...1 Be sure the ignition switch key is in the OFF position and the brake lever lock is set 2 Slide the insulators away from the adjusters then loosen the jam nut securing each choke cable adjuster Rotat...

Page 37: ...steps 2 5 6 With the piston valves synchronized tighten the adjuster jam nuts securely then slide the insulators onto the adjusters NOTE There must be free play in the throttle lever 7 In turn on each...

Page 38: ...ce The carburetor main jets must be changed in conjunction with changes in operating altitude oxygenated gasoline usage and temperature Also the pilot jets and jet needle E clip positions may have to...

Page 39: ...service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner 2000 NOTE Always use the recom mended spark plugs in the engine See the appropriate specifications sheet for correct spark plug gap Va...

Page 40: ...ided with battery char gers and battery products NOTE Battery maintenance may be done by the snowmobile owner if qualified to do so If the owner does not feel qualified take the snowmo bile to an auth...

Page 41: ...uld continue to charge If the charger cuts off replace the battery 7 After charging the battery for the specified time remove the battery charger and allow the battery to sit for 1 2 hours 8 Connect t...

Page 42: ...the suspected fuse 3 Look through the clear side of the fuse to see if the element inside is burned or separated If it is the fuse is blown and should be replaced with a fuse of the correct amperage r...

Page 43: ...Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner Checking Brake Lever Travel Before each use check the brake lever travel using the followi...

Page 44: ...s The condition of the brake pads must be checked daily and changed if worn or damaged To check and change the brake pads use the following procedure NOTE The brake pads may be changed by the snowmobi...

Page 45: ...of two drive belt specifications are essential 1 Measure the outside circumference of the drive belt The belt should be within the recommended range in circumference see appropriate spec ifications sh...

Page 46: ...hanging a drive belt can be done 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 Snowmobile dealer for this service...

Page 47: ...a shielded safety stand high enough to use a spring scale 3 At mid point of the track on the bot tom side hook a spring scale around a track clip then pull down on the scale to the recommended pressu...

Page 48: ...e of the skid frame 2 Position the tips of the skis against a wall then using a shielded safety stand raise the rear of the snowmo bile off the floor making sure the track is free to rotate 3 Start th...

Page 49: ...e of the operator The front shock springs determine the amount of ski pressure and the reaction of the front suspension to rough terrain The amount of ski pressure can also be changed by adjusting the...

Page 50: ...oth straps equally and do not over adjust the limiter straps to adversely affect steering and operator control of the snowmobile Some experimentation may be required until the proper adjustment for th...

Page 51: ...ad springs be engaged whenever a load on the snowmobile operator passenger cargo exceeds 136 kg 300 lb To either engage or disengage the spring tension blocks use a spark plug socket and a screwdriver...

Page 52: ...e front seat away then disconnect the taillight harness connector 743 444A 4 Loosen but do not remove the three right side seat Speedrack mount cap screws 5 Carefully route the harness connec tor thro...

Page 53: ...dlight Bulb NOTE The bulb portion of headlight is fragile HANDLE WITH CARE When replacing the headlight bulb the bulb assembly must first be removed from the housing Do not touch the glass portion of...

Page 54: ...rom an aiming surface wall or similar surface NOTE There should be an aver age operating load on the snowmo bile when adjusting headlight aim 2 Measure the distance from the floor to midpoint of the h...

Page 55: ...and or reg ulations when adjusting ski stance NOTE Ski stance can be increased decreased by 6 3 cm 2 5 in 1 Place the front of the snowmobile on a support stand 2 Remove the cotter pin then remove the...

Page 56: ...immediately drive into deep snow and allow the wear strips to cool Repeat the procedure warming up the wear strips then cooling them down two or three times NOTE The rail wear strips will wear rapidly...

Page 57: ...e the belt guard then use the fol lowing procedure NOTE It may be necessary to remove a shim washer from between the driven clutch sheaves to allow the driven clutch to close tighter Adding shim washe...

Page 58: ...maximum 0 060 in clearance at point C At this point measurement between points A and C should be 1 507 in with a maximum 0 060 in clear ance If the bar either will not clear the inside edge or is mor...

Page 59: ...lutely necessary to obtain peak perfor mance Since ambient temperature and operating altitude both affect the main jet size needed for optimum engine perfor mance the main jets MUST be changed wheneve...

Page 60: ...the plugs connect them to the leads and ground them on the cylinder heads B Pour 29 5 ml 1 fl oz of SAE 30 petroleum based oil into each spark plug hole and pull the recoil starter handle slowly about...

Page 61: ...owmobile with a machine cover or a heavy tarpaulin to protect it from dirt and dust 17 If the snowmobile must be stored out doors position the snowmobile out of direct sunlight then block the entire s...

Page 62: ...n system to ensure proper lubri cation 6 On the 2000 models inspect the spark plugs Replace gap or clean as necessary 7 Verify the condition of and the adjustment of the carburetors and choke cable on...

Page 63: ...r local authorized Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer WARRANTY PERIOD The emission warranty period for this snowmobile begins on the same date as the standard warranty coverage and continues for 30 months o...

Page 64: ...60 NOTES...

Page 65: ...ly then return a copy of this form to Arctic Cat Inc Arctic Cat will then process the application and issue warranty for the balance of the time remaining of the original warranty Warranty coverage is...

Page 66: ...Fold Back Once CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 Place Stamp Here...

Page 67: ...ou are in a location away from your selling dealer warranty may be performed by any authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo bile dealer The authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer will examine the snowmobile or...

Page 68: ...Printed in U S A Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc Thief River Falls MN 56701 p n 2260 225 Phone 218 681 9851 U S 204 982 1656 Canada TM...

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