Arctic Cat plowler HDX 2013 Operator'S Manual Download

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Do not remove this Operator’s Manual from this ROV according to the guidelines

and agreement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information.

UNDER

WARNING

Operating this ROV if you are under

the age of 16 increases your chance

of serious injury or death.

NEVER operate this ROV if you are

not 16 or older and possess a valid

drivers license.

Always use common sense when operating this vehicle.

Summary of Contents for plowler HDX 2013

Page 1: ...Commission Read this manual carefully It contains important safety information UNDER 16 WARNING Operating this ROV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of serious injury or death NEVER operate this ROV if you are not 16 or older and possess a valid drivers license Always use common sense when operating this vehicle ...

Page 2: ...d passen gers from Recreational Off Highway Vehicle Association ROHVA Arctic Cat recommends that you complete this course before you first use your new ROV This web based course takes approximately two hours to complete and presents you with a certificate of accomplishment as soon as you complete the course The course does not have to be completed all at one time It will remember where you left of...

Page 3: ...s vehicle to become thoroughly familiar with its basic opera tion maintenance and storage procedures Read and understand the entire Operator s Manual before operating this vehicle to ensure safe and proper use Always oper ate the vehicle within your level of skill and current terrain conditions Division II of this manual covers opera tor related maintenance operating instructions and storage instr...

Page 4: ...ads 37 General Maintenance 38 52 Maintenance Schedule 39 Liquid Cooling System 40 Shock Absorbers 40 General Lubrication 41 Hydraulic Brake 43 Protective Rubber Boots 43 Battery 44 Spark Plug 47 Air Inlet Pre Filter 48 Air Filter 48 Air Filter Housing Drains 49 Draining V Belt Cover 49 Tires 49 Wheels 50 Muffler Spark Arrester 50 Light Bulb Replacement 50 Checking Adjusting Headlight Aim 51 Fuses ...

Page 5: ...you feel the vehicle may tip over Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backward when climbing a hill To avoid stalling maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you stall or roll back wards follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area Never attempt to operate over large obstacles such as large rocks o...

Page 6: ...e able to avoid colliding with other vehicles Never operate this vehicle without an approved motorcycle helmet eye protection boots gloves long pants and a long sleeved shirt or jacket Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this vehi cle Never operate this vehicle at exces sive speeds Go at a speed which is proper for the terrain visibility con ditions and your experience Never a...

Page 7: ...tes a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death 5 Warning Labels Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre détailant de autorisé VTT Arctic Cat pour le numéro de pièce 1436 444 HDX191A ...

Page 8: ... WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death 6 Warning Labels HDX189A ...

Page 9: ...ake Pedal 10 Fuses 11 Ignition Start Switch 12 Shift Lever 13 DC Power Outlets 14 Accelerator Pedal 15 Cargo Box Latch Handle 16 Taillight Brakelight 17 Operator s Manual Location 18 Headlight Switch 19 Driver Seat Belt 20 Passenger Seat Belt Right 21 Passenger Seat Belt Center 22 Drive Select Switch 23 Side Storage Compartment 24 Hitch Receiver 25 Gas Tank Cap 26 Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Ligh...

Page 10: ...gment needed to operate this vehicle safely and may be involved in a serious accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Only people 16 years of age or older with a valid driver s license should operate this vehicle WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Allowing passengers to ride in the cargo bed WHAT CAN HAPPEN Serious injury or death This vehicle is not designed to carry passengers in the cargo bed Passengers in the c...

Page 11: ...ves Boots Long sleeved shirt or jacket Long pants WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle after or while consuming alcohol or drugs WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment Could cause you to react more slowly Could affect your balance and perception Could result in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this vehicle WARNING P...

Page 12: ...nger compartment during operation WHAT CAN HAPPEN Serious injury or death Body parts could strike objects outside of vehicle or be crushed in the event of a rollover or accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not place your head arms hands legs or feet outside of the passenger com partment during operation Stay seated with your seat belt and helmet on and occupant side restraints properly secured Keep...

Page 13: ...es and schedules described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this vehicle on unfamiliar terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks bumps or holes without enough time to react Could result in the vehicle overturning or going out of control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain...

Page 14: ... WHAT CAN HAPPEN This vehicle can overturn more easily on steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate the vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or for your abilities Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating with the ROPS removed WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could lead to serious injury or death HOW TO AVOID THE ...

Page 15: ...cle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the vehicle to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on any hill If you must cross the side of a hill drive slowly and stop or turn downhill if you feel the vehicle m...

Page 16: ...ures as described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Skidding or sliding WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose control of the vehicle You could also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause the vehicle to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at slow speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slippery surfaces such as ice go sl...

Page 17: ...loss of traction and loss of control which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this vehicle in fast flowing water or in water deeper than the floorboard Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping capability Test the brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to dry out the pads WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle with improper m...

Page 18: ...ed maneuverability caused by the locked differential could result in loss of control and an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed 10 MPH 16 KPH with the differential lock engaged Always disen gage the differential lock as soon as not needed for additional traction WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failing to avoid pinch points when lowering the cargo box WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fingers hands or arms could ...

Page 19: ...sion Travel Front Rear 25 4 cm 10 in Tire Size Front 26 x 9R 14 Tire Size Rear 26 x 11R 14 Tire Inflation Pressure 1 4 kg cm 20 0 psi MISCELLANY Dry Weight Approx 618 kg 1363 lb ROPS Tested Curb Weight 680 kg 1500 lb Gas Tank Capacity 31 L 8 2 U S gal Coolant Capacity 2 9 L 3 0 U S qt Differential Capacity 275 ml 9 3 fl oz Rear Drive Capacity 250 ml 8 5 fl oz Engine Oil Capacity Approx 1 9 L 2 0 U...

Page 20: ...e Shocks not leaking mountings secure Shock spring pre load equal on left and right Components free of all debris Lights Switches Check headlight HI LO beam light switch to OFF Check taillight brakelight light switch to OFF Check drive select switch set to 2WD Air Filter Duck bill drains clear of all debris Ducting secure no holes or tears Tires Wheels Properly inflated tread adequate Check tires ...

Page 21: ...engine RPM and vehicle loading 1 To select high range from park move the shift lever upward through reverse and neutral until the letter H is dis played on the LCD gauge HDX200 2 To select low range from high range move the shift lever upward one posi tion until the letter L is displayed on the LCD gauge HDX199 NOTE The high range is for nor mal driving with light loads The low range is for carryi...

Page 22: ...ways allow plenty of room and time to stop smoothly Sometimes quick stops are inevitable so always be prepared Whether you re stopping slowly or stop ping quickly do this 1 Release the accelerator then press the foot brake pedal to apply the brake 2 If the wheels lock release them for a second then apply them again On surfaces such as ice mud or loose gravel pump the brake pedal rapidly 3 Never ri...

Page 23: ... press the accel erator then maintain a constant speed 3 If the vehicle stalls on a hill press the foot brake pedal to apply the brake shift into reverse and slowly back down the hill Do not attempt to turn around on a hill WARNING Excessive repetitive use of the hydraulic brake for high speed stops will cause overheating of the brake fluid and premature brake pad wear which will result in an unex...

Page 24: ...but fast enough to maintain momentum 4 Use only enough power to cross the obstacle but still give yourself plenty of time to react to changes in condi tions Crawl over the obstacle NOTE If there is any question about your ability to cross the obsta cle safely you should turn around if the ground is flat and you have room or back up until you find a less diffi cult path Driving in Reverse When oper...

Page 25: ...u have to assume that oncoming cars don t see you and if they do they won t be able to predict your actions 7 It s illegal to cross public roads in some places Know your local laws Cold Weather Driving NOTE Check that all control levers and the pedals move freely Make sure that the floorboard is free of ice and snow 1 With the transmission in neutral move the vehicle forward and backward to check ...

Page 26: ... before driving on snow cov ered or ice covered trails 5 Learn how the vehicle responds to steering and braking on the type of terrain to be encountered on the ride WARNING Do not operate this vehicle on a fro zen body of water The vehicle could break through the ice causing seri ous injury or death ...

Page 27: ...are key in a safe place An identify ing number is stamped on each key Use this number when ordering a replacement key Control Locations and Functions Ignition Switch The ignition switch has three positions ATV 0056A OFF position All electrical circuits except the accessory are off The engine will not start The key can be removed in this position NOTE The accessory plugs are powered by the battery ...

Page 28: ...n beneath the steering wheel and move the steering wheel to the desired position then release the latch and make sure the steering wheel locks in one of the four detent positions PR482A Headlight Switch HDX108A Use the headlight switch to select the high or low headlight beam When the switch is in the HI position the high beam will illuminate When the switch is in the LO position the low beam will...

Page 29: ...t 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle slot until it clicks and latches securely The belt will retract when the buckle is released Occupant Side Restraints In addition to the seat belts there are left and right side restraints to restrict arms or legs from extending outside the vehi cle The restraints should always be secured when the vehicle is moving To secure the restraint connect the restrai...

Page 30: ...e bolts HDX111A 2 Raise the cargo box then loosen the four retaining bolts securing the side panels in the stake pockets then lower the box HDX112A HDX113A 3 Open the tailgate and remove the machine screws securing the stop cables to the tailgate Note the correct orientation of the bushings to the cable ends and tailgate HDX114A 4 Lift off the left and right cargo box panels then remove the tailga...

Page 31: ...hitch attachments HDX117A 2 Install the stake pocket retaining bolts and jam nuts leaving clearance to install side panel stakes HDX118A 3 Set the left and right cargo box side panels into place on the cargo bed engaging the stakes into the side pockets HDX121 4 Install the left and right side clip nuts onto the frame then install and tighten the forward tie bolts securely HDX116A 5 Tighten the fo...

Page 32: ...DX094A NOTE Always refer to the Load Capacity Ratings chart in this man ual when loading and hauling cargo Tailgate Latches HDX184B 1 To open the tailgate pull the latch handles located on the end of the tailgate 2 To close the tailgate lift up and push forward firmly Hook the latch bails and push the handles forward over center HDX012A Cargo Box Latch Handles HDX057A 1 To raise the cargo box lift...

Page 33: ...e the vehicle with a P0635 mal function code displayed NOTE Turn the key switch to the OFF position then back to the ON position to reset the malfunction code If the code continues to be displayed take your vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat Dealer for EPS system servicing before resuming operation In the event of electrical power failure the EPS system becomes disabled simi lar to an automobile ...

Page 34: ...and odome ter It is also used to activate the clock set function and adjust the minute dis play on the clock 5 Fuel Level Indicator Indicates approximate amount of gasoline in the gas tank NOTE When the bottom seg ment flashes approximately 3 5 L 0 92 U S gal of gasoline remains in the tank 6 Odometer Trip Meter Odometer reg isters the total distance the vehicle has traveled The trip meter is rese...

Page 35: ...ing as simple as a blown fuse or as complicated as fuel injection malfunctions NOTE Take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat ROV dealer to have the DTC corrected Electric Fuel Pump An electric fuel pump is mounted in the gas tank to deliver gasoline to the fuel injector The fuel pump operates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or START position Gas Hoses Replace the gas hose every tw...

Page 36: ...Rear Tongue Cargo and Side Storage Compartments Weight Total weight on trailer tongue cargo box and side storage compartment Towing Capacity Total weight of trailer and all cargo in the trailer Trailering and Towing HDX062A This vehicle is equipped with a frame mounted receiver front and rear for a standard 5 1 cm 2 in receiver hitch The standard receiver hitch must be pur chased separately CAUTIO...

Page 37: ...is not recom mended because it can stretch under load Gasoline Oil Lubricant Recommended Gasoline The recommended gasoline to use in this vehicle is 87 minimum octane regular unleaded In many areas oxygenates are added to the gasoline Oxygenated gaso lines containing up to 10 ethanol or 5 methane are acceptable gasolines WARNING Make sure that the load in the trailer is properly secured and will n...

Page 38: ...on requirements of this vehicle Filling Gas Tank Since gasoline expands as its temperature increases the gas tank must be filled to its rated capacity only Expansion room must be maintained in the tank particu larly if the tank is filled with cold gaso line and then moved to a warm area Allow the engine to cool before filling the gas tank Care must be taken not to over fill the tank If overfilled ...

Page 39: ...ponent mating process and then unload allowing com ponents to cool Although it is essential to place some stress on the engine compo nents during break in care should be taken not to overload the engine too often Do not pull a trailer during the break in period When the engine starts allow it to warm up properly Idle the engine several minutes until the engine has reached normal operat ing tempera...

Page 40: ...und on the corresponding page indi cated If at any time abnormal noises vibra tions or improper functioning of any component of this vehicle is detected DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE Take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair If the owner operator does not feel quali fied to perform any of these maintenance procedures or checks take the vehicle to an a...

Page 41: ...t front differential rear drive 42 I I 42 Replace every 4 years V Belt 49 I I Spark arrester muffler 50 C Tires air pressure 49 17 I Inspect every time before operating Brake components 43 I Inspect every time before operating Brake fluid 43 I Replace every 2 years Brake hoses 43 I Replace every 4 years Steering I Inspect every time before operating Suspension Ball joint boots drive axle boots fro...

Page 42: ...fluid leak age some seal leakage may be observed but it does not indicate the shock is in need of replacement cracks or breaks in the lower case or a bent shock rod If any one of these conditions is detected replacement is necessary NOTE When the vehicle is oper ated in extremely cold weather 23 C 10 F or colder a small amount of leakage may be present Unless the leakage is excessive replacement i...

Page 43: ...brication Cables None of the cables require lubrication however it is advisable to lubricate the ends of the cables periodically with a good cable lubricant Cargo Box Latches Periodically apply a light coat of grease to the latches and pins Do not over grease Engine Transmission Oil and Filter NOTE Refer to the recommended oil viscosity chart on page 36 in this manual for the proper engine oil Cha...

Page 44: ...e minute Recheck the oil level 10 Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter for leaks 11 Install the seat base seat and back rest Front Differential And Rear Drive Gear Lubricant Inspecting Changing Inspect and change the gear lubricant in each according to the Maintenance Schedule When changing the lubricant use the appropriate hypoid oil and use the following procedure 1 Place the ve...

Page 45: ...s the brake pads wear The only mainte nance that is required is replacement of the brake pads when they show excessive wear Check the thickness of each of the brake pads as follows 1 Remove a front wheel 2 Measure the thickness of each brake pad 3 If thickness of either brake pad is less than 1 0 mm 0 039 in take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat dealer to have brake pads replaced PR376B 4 I...

Page 46: ...xi mum service life The following proce dures are recommended for cleaning and maintaining lead acid batteries Always read and follow instructions provided with battery chargers and battery prod ucts NOTE Refer to all warnings and cautions provided with the battery or battery maintainer charger Loss of battery charge may be caused by ambient temperature ignition OFF cur rent draw corroded terminal...

Page 47: ...er will change to pulse float mainte nance If the battery falls below 12 9 DC volts the charger will automati cally start again at the first step of the charge sequence 3300A NOTE Not using a battery char ger with the proper float mainte nance will damage the battery if connected over extended periods Charging NOTE Arctic Cat recommends the use of the CTEK Multi US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 fo...

Page 48: ...ily reach then shift into neutral set and lock the brakes shut off all electrical accessories and turn the ignition switch OFF NOTE Make sure all switches on the vehicle to be jump started are turned OFF 5 Disconnect all external accessories such as cell phones GPS units and radios on both vehicles 6 Attach one clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the positive termi nal 1 of the dead battery ...

Page 49: ...uipped with a spec ified spark plug See the specifications chart for the correct spark plug A light brown insulator indicates that the plug is correct A white or dark insulator indi cates that the engine may need to be ser viced Consult an authorized Arctic Cat dealer if the plug insulator is not a light brown color To help prevent cold weather fouling make sure to thoroughly warm up the engine be...

Page 50: ...ove dirt and debris from around the filter housing 2 Unsnap the four spring clip fasteners and remove the air filter cover HDX050A 3 Fill a wash pan larger than the ele ment with a non flammable cleaning solvent then dip the element in the solvent and wash it NOTE Foam Air Filter Cleaner and Foam Air Filter Oil are available from Arctic Cat 4 Squeeze the element by pressing it between the palms of...

Page 51: ...1 8 in Be sure to replace the tires before reaching this min imum specification Tire Replacement This vehicle has low pressure tubeless tires Air is sealed by the contact surfaces of the inner wheel rim and the tire bead If either the inner wheel rim or tire bead is damaged air may leak Be extremely careful not to damage these areas when replacing tires It is very important to use the proper tools...

Page 52: ...spark arrester using the following procedure 1 Remove the two cap screws securing the spark arrester assembly to the muffler PR498 2 Using a suitable brush clean the car bon deposits from the screen taking care not to damage the screen PR499 NOTE If the screen or gasket is damaged in any way it must be replaced 3 Install the spark arrester assembly and secure with the two cap screws Tighten to 60 ...

Page 53: ... and horizontally The geometric center of the HIGH beam light zone is to be used for vertical and horizontal aiming 1 Position the vehicle on a level floor so the headlights are approximately 6 1 m 20 ft from an aiming surface wall or similar aiming surface 0740 647 NOTE There should be an aver age operating load on the vehicle when adjusting the headlight aim 2 Measure the distance from the floor...

Page 54: ...he hood for ward To access the side storage compart ment release the latch and pull outward Seat Belts Inspect the seat belts for frayed or torn edges Check that the belts extend and retract smoothly and fully without binding or catching Check that the latch plate locks securely in place in the buckle and releases when the button is pressed Wash off any dirt and make sure the retractors are free o...

Page 55: ...oth 5 Apply light oil to the upper steering shaft bushing and plungers of the shock absorbers 6 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws and screws Make sure rivets holding components together are tight Replace all loose rivets Care must be taken that all calibrated nuts cap screws and bolts are tightened to specifications 7 Fill the cooling system to the bottom of the stand pipe in the radiator neck wit...

Page 56: ...y then install Con nect the battery cables making sure to connect the positive cable first 7 Check the entire brake systems fluid level pads etc all controls head lights taillight brakelight and head light aim adjust or replace if necessary 8 Check the tire pressure Inflate to rec ommended pressure as necessary 9 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws and screws making sure all calibrated nuts cap scre...

Page 57: ...tions non transferable 3 Thirty days from date of sale of ROV on Arctic Cat supplied batteries Exclusions to this warranty include normal wear abuse or corrosion and the following parts and items Tires Drive Driven Clutch Wear Parts Oil Filter Drive Belt Air Filter Torn or Punctured Upholstery Brake Pads Cracks or Gouges in Body Panels Light Bulbs Spark Plug s CV Boots The following will VOID Arct...

Page 58: ...ent the selling dealer has ceased to do business you have moved or you are in a location away from your selling dealer warranty may be performed by any autho rized Arctic Cat dealer The authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer will examine the ROV or part to determine if in his opin ion a warrantable condition exists If a warrantable condition appears to exist the dealer will repair or replace at Arctic C...

Page 59: ...or 30 months or 3100 miles whichever comes first COMPONENTS COVERED The emissions warranty covers major emissions control components and emission related components listed as follows Engine Management and Sensors Fuel Air System Barometric Pressure Sensor Fuel Injectors Camshaft Position Sensor Fuel Pressure Regulator Engine Control Module ECM Fuel Pump Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Carburetor...

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Page 61: ...e unused portion of the original warranty to a second party In order to transfer warranty fill out this form completely then return a copy of this form to Arctic Cat Inc Arctic Cat will then process the application and issue warranty for the balance of the time remaining of the original warranty Address Change R Ownership Change R Warranty Transfer R CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP WARRANTY TRANSFER T...

Page 62: ...Fold Back CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 Place Stamp Here ...

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Page 67: ...r reference if you ever need a new key 2 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 3 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering parts from your authorized Arctic Cat dealer or for reference in case this vehicle is stolen WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death ...

Page 68: ...p n 2259 436 2012Arctic Cat Inc Trademarks ofArctic Cat Inc Thief River Falls MN 56701 218 681 9851 U S 204 982 1772 Canada ...

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