Arctic Cat S2009BCDFCOSL, Operator'S Manual

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28 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING AND
STOPPING ENGINE
It is imperative that the brake system
be checked for wear and proper opera-
tion and that all safety checks found in
the accompanying Snowmobile Safety
Handbook be performed before
attempting to start the engine.
Also, on
carbureted models, be sure the cor-
rect carburetor main jets for the
operating temperature, altitude,
and gasoline are being used.
After
the engine has been started, check the
headlights (high and low beam), tail-
light, and brakelight to be sure they are
working properly and adjusted cor-
rectly. Make sure all lights are clean to
provide maximum illumination. The
headlight and taillight must be clean
and must be illuminated whenever the
engine is running.
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NOTE: If equipped with reverse
shift lever, make sure the lever is
in the forward position before
starting the engine.
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 com-
pressed position, measure the dis-
tance between the brake lever and
the handlebar. The distance must
be greater than 2.54 cm (1 in.).
741-328C
2. Check the fluid level in the reser-
voir. The brake fluid level must be
visible in the sight glass. Add Arc-
tic Cat approved brake fluid as
necessary.
741-328A
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NOTE: If the sight glass appears
dark, there is a sufficient amount
of fluid in the reservoir.
3. Test the throttle control lever by
completely compressing and
releasing 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. Insert key into ignition switch;
then rotate key to the RUN posi-
tion.
! WARNING
Do not start the engine if the brake
system is not functioning properly.
Service the brake system or have it
properly repaired prior to operat-
ing the snowmobile. Serious per-
sonal injury or even death may
occur if the brake system is not
operating properly.
! CAUTION
On liquid cooled models, always
check the coolant level before
starting the engine.