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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
accompanying Snowmobile Safety
Handbook be performed before attempt-
ing to start the engine. After the engine
has been started, check the headlights
(high and low beam), taillight, and brake-
light to be sure they are working properly
and adjusted correctly. Make sure all
lights are clean to provide maximum illu-
mination. The headlight and taillight
must be clean and must be illuminated
whenever the engine is running.
1. Test the operation of the brake sys-
tem by compressing the brake lever.
The brake lever must feel firm when
compressed; then while holding the
brake lever in the compressed posi-
tion, measure 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. With the brake fluid reservoir in a
level position and the cover
removed, check the fluid level. The
brake fluid level must be at the high
brake fluid mark in the reservoir.
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3. If the brake fluid is below the high
brake fluid mark, add Arctic Cat
approved DOT 4 brake fluid until
the fluid is at the recommended
level. Install and secure the reservoir
cover. Do not allow moisture to con-
taminate the brake system.
4. 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.
5. Move the emergency stop switch to
the UP or RUN position.
6. Insert key into ignition switch; then
rotate key to the RUN position.
NOTE: When a cold engine is being
started, DO NOT COMPRESS THE
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER. If the
throttle control lever is compressed,
the engine will not start because the
fuel/air mixture will be too lean.
7. On models with manual start, pull
the recoil handle slowly until resis-
tance is felt; then give a short quick
pull. Repeat until the engine starts.
CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do not
spill brake fluid on any surface of the
snowmobile.
! WARNING
Do not overfill the brake fluid reser-
voir. Overfilling the reservoir may
cause the brake system to hydrauli-
cally lock. Use only Arctic Cat
approved brake fluid.
! 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 snow-
mobile. Serious personal injury or even
death may occur if the brake system is
not operating properly.
CAUTION
Always check the coolant level before
starting the engine.
