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Electrical System
SPECIAL TOOLS
A number of special tools must be available to the techni-
cian when performing service procedures in this section.
Refer to the current Special Tools Catalog for the appro-
priate tool description.
NOTE: Special tools are available from the Arctic
Cat Service Department.
TESTING ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS
All of the electrical tests should be made using the Fluke
Model 73 Multimeter or Model 77 Multimeter and when
testing peak voltage, the Peak Voltage Reading Adapter
must be used. If any other type of meter is used, readings
may vary due to internal circuitry. When troubleshooting
a specific component, always verify first the fuse(s) are
good, the bulb(s) are good, the connections are clean and
tight, the battery is fully charged, and all appropriate
switches are activated.
NOTE: For absolute accuracy, all tests should be
made at room temperature of 68° F.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
The electrical connections should be checked periodi-
cally for proper function. In case of an electrical failure,
check fuses, connections (for tightness, corrosion, dam-
age), and/or bulbs.
Battery
The battery is located in a compartment in front of the
left-rear wheel under the driver seat.
NOTE: To access the battery box, the driver’s seat
must be removed.
After being in service, batteries require regular cleaning
and recharging in order to deliver peak performance and
maximum service life. The following procedures are rec-
ommended for cleaning and maintaining lead-acid batter-
ies. Always read and follow instructions provided with
battery chargers and battery products.
NOTE: Refer to all warnings and cautions provided
with the battery or battery maintainer/charger.
Loss of battery charge may be caused by ambient temper-
ature, ignition OFF current draw, corroded terminals, self
discharge, frequent start/stops, and short engine run
times. Frequent winch usage, snowplowing, extended
low RPM operation, short trips, and high amperage
accessory usage are also reasons for battery discharge.
Maintenance Charging
NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of the CTEK
Multi US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 for battery
maintenance charging. Maintenance charging is
required on all batteries not used for more than two
weeks or as required by battery drain.
1. When charging a battery in the vehicle, be sure the
ignition switch is in the OFF position.
NOTE: Be sure to maintain the fluid of the battery at
the UPPER LEVEL. Use only distilled water when
adding fluid to these batteries.
2. Clean the battery terminals with a solution of baking
soda and water.
3. Be sure the charger and battery are in a well-venti-
lated area and ensure the battery charger cables will
not contact any battery acid. Be sure the charger is
unplugged from the 110-volt electrical outlet.
4. Connect the red terminal lead from the charger to the
positive terminal of the battery; then connect the
black terminal lead of the charger to the negative ter-
minal of the battery.
NOTE: Optional battery charging adapters are avail-
able from your authorized Arctic Cat dealer to con-
nect directly to your vehicle from the recommended
chargers to simplify the maintenance charging pro-
cess. Check with your authorized Arctic Cat dealer
for proper installation of these charging adapter con-
nectors.
5. Plug the battery charger into a 110-volt electrical
outlet.
6. If using the CTEK Multi US 800, there are no further
buttons to push. If using the CTEK Multi US 3300,
press the Mode button (A) at the left of the charger
until the Maintenance Charge Icon (B) at the bottom
illuminates. The Normal Charge Indicator (C) should
illuminate on the upper portion of the battery char-
ger.
800E
Description
p/n
Fluke Model 73 Multimeter
0644-191
Fluke Model 77 Multimeter
0644-559
Timing Light
0644-296
MaxiClips
0744-041
Peak Voltage Reading Adapter
0644-307
Test Plug/Error Code List
0444-216
TPS Analyzer
0644-299