Arctic Cat M6000, Operator'S Manual

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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.
„ NOTE: In extremely cold weather, pull
the recoil handle slowly two to three
times to begin the starting procedure.
„
NOTE: On electric start models, rotate
the key to the START position; then
when the engine starts, release the key.
„ NOTE: When the engine starts,
allow it to warm up properly. Idle the
engine several minutes until the
engine has reached normal operating
temperature. Do not idle the engine
for excessively long periods of time.
8. There is a ““cold drive-away”” function
incorporated within the engine. This
function is active until the engine
reaches operating temperature.
9. Flooding —— If the engine does not
start but seems ready to start, engage
the brake lever lock; then compress
the throttle control lever fully and try
to start the engine. When the engine
starts, release the throttle control lever
immediately. After the warm-up,
release the brake lever lock.
„ NOTE: On the 6000 if the engine
fails to start during the attempt with
the throttle control lever com-
pressed, remove the spark plugs and
clean and dry them thoroughly or
install a new set of properly gapped,
recommended spark plugs.
10. To shut off the engine, turn the igni-
tion key to the OFF position or push
the emergency stop switch to the
DOWN position.
Braking
The following items are items that the
operator must be familiar with when
operating this snowmobile and its
hydraulic brake system. Important addi-
tional information on the proper mainte-
nance of the brake system is found in the
Maintenance section.
1. Use the brakes wisely. Each time the
brakes are applied in all hydraulic
brake systems (including automotive
applications), heat is transferred to the
brake fluid. The amount of heat trans-
ferred during high speed stops and/or
repetitive use may be high enough to
boil the brake fluid and cause the
brakes to either fade or may cause an
unexpected loss of brakes.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the recoil starter,
DO NOT pull the recoil rope to its limit
or release the recoil handle from an
extended position. Allow the rope to
rewind slowly.
CAUTION
Do not continuously run the starter
for more than 5 seconds at a time.
CAUTION
On the 6000, it is extremely important
that the engine is properly warmed
up before subjecting the engine to
high speed operation or heavy loads.
The engine should be allowed to idle
at least 3-4 minutes before it is oper-
ated at more than 1/2 throttle. In
extremely cold conditions, the warm-
up time will be longer. Cold seizure
and piston scuffing caused by insuffi-
cient warm-up will not be covered by
warranty. Also, do not idle the engine
for excessively long periods of time.
CAUTION
On the 7000, always turn the ignition
switch key to the OFF position when the
snowmobile is not being used. Leaving
the ignition switch in the ON position
will result in discharging the battery and
possible damage to the battery.