Arctic Cat S2009BCDFCOSL, Operator'S Manual

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74 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
8. On carbureted models, drain the
gas from each carburetor float
chamber.
9. Fill the gas tank to its rated capac-
ity; then add Arctic Cat Fuel Stabi-
lizer (p/n 0436-907) to the gas
tank following directions on the
container for the stabilizer/gaso-
line ratio. Tighten the gas tank cap
securely.
10. Flush the gear case and replace the
lubricant (see Lubrication section).
11. Remove the drive belt from the
drive clutch/driven pulley. Lay the
belt on a flat surface or slide it into
a cardboard sleeve to prevent
warping or distortion during stor-
age.
12. Clean and inspect the drive clutch
and driven pulley.
13. Apply light oil to the upper steer-
ing post bushing, ski spindles and
bolts, front and rear pivot bushings
of the skid frame, and plungers of
the shock absorbers.
14. Lubricate the rear suspension,
spindles, speedometer drive
adapter, and driven shaft support
bearing with a low-temperature
grease.
15. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and cap
screws making sure all nuts, bolts,
and cap screws are tightened
securely. Make sure all rivets hold-
ing the components together are
tight. Replace all loose rivets.
16. Clean and polish the hood, con-
sole, and chassis with Arctic Cat
Hood and Windshield Cleaner/
Polish (p/n 4639-559). DO NOT
USE SOLVENTS OR SPRAY
CLEANERS. THE PROPEL-
LANT WILL DAMAGE THE
FINISH.
17. 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 battery.
18. 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 tarpaulin
to protect it from dirt and dust.
19. 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 ten-
sion. Cover with a machine cover
or a heavy tarpaulin to protect 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
manufacturer’s instructions and
cautions.
! CAUTION
Avoid storing in direct sunlight and
using a plastic cover as moisture
may collect on the snowmobile
causing corrosion.