PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
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20. Clean and polish the hood, con-
sole, and chassis with Arctic Cat
Hood and Windshield Cleaner/
Polish (p/n 0636-174). DO NOT
USE SOLVENTS OR SPRAY
CLEANERS. THE PROPEL-
LANT WILL DAMAGE THE
FINISH.
21. On electric start models, discon-
nect the battery cables making
sure to disconnect the negative
cable first; then clean the battery
posts and cables. Charge the bat-
tery.
22. If possible, store the snowmobile
indoors. Raise the track off the
floor by blocking up the back end
making sure the snowmobile is
secure. Loosen the track adjusting
bolts to reduce track tension.
Cover the snowmobile with a
machine cover or a heavy tarpau-
lin to protect it from dirt and dust.
23. If the snowmobile must be stored
outdoors, position the snowmo-
bile out of direct sunlight; then
block the entire snowmobile off
the ground making sure the snow-
mobile is secure. Loosen the track
adjusting bolts to reduce track
tension. Cover with a machine
cover or a heavy tarpaulin to pro-
tect it from dirt, dust, and rain.
! CAUTION
Sealed batteries require charging
if left for extended non-start peri-
ods. Arctic Cat recommends
trickle charging once a month.
Follow the manufaturer’s instruc-
tions and cautions.
! CAUTION
Avoid storing in direct sunlight
and using a plastic cover as mois-
ture may collect on the snowmo-
bile causing corrosion.
