Arctic Cat 2016 Alterra 500, Руководство по обслуживанию

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Preparation For Storage
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to pre-
pare the ATV for storage. An authorized Arctic Cat ATV
dealer should perform this service; however, the
owner/operator may perform this service if desired.
1. Clean the seat cushion (cover and base) with a damp
cloth and allow to dry.
2. Clean the ATV thoroughly by washing dirt, oil,
grass, and other foreign matter from the entire ATV.
Allow the ATV to dry thoroughly. DO NOT get
water into any part of the engine or air intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add a fuel stabilizer to the
gas in the gas tank.
4. Clean the interior of the air filter housing.
5. Plug the hole in the exhaust system with a clean
cloth.
6. Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing and
plungers of the shock absorbers.
7. 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.
8. Fill the cooling system to the bottom of the stand
pipe in the radiator neck with properly mixed cool-
ant.
9. Disconnect the battery cables (negative cable first);
then remove the battery, clean the battery posts and
cables, and store in a clean, dry area.
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NOTE: For storage, use a battery maintainer or
make sure the battery is fully charged (see Battery
section in this manual).
10. Store the ATV indoors in a level position.
Preparation After Storage
Taking the ATV out of storage and correctly preparing it
will assure many miles and hours of trouble-free riding.
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to pre-
pare the ATV.
1. Clean the ATV thoroughly.
2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth from the exhaust
system.
3. Check all control wires and cables for signs of wear
or fraying. Replace if necessary.
4. Change the engine/transmission oil and filter.
5. Check the coolant level and add properly mixed
coolant as necessary.
6. Charge the battery; then install. Connect the battery
cables making sure to connect the positive cable
first.
7. Check the entire brake systems (fluid level, pads,
etc.), all controls, headlights, taillight, brakelight,
and headlight aim; adjust or replace if necessary.
8. Check the tire pressure. Inflate to recommended
pressure as necessary.
9. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws mak-
ing sure all calibrated nuts, cap screws, and bolts are
tightened to specifications.
10. Make sure the steering moves freely and does not
bind.
11. Check the spark plug. Clean or replace as necessary.
12. Check the air filter and the air filter housing. Clean
or replace as necessary.
CAUTION
Prior to storing the ATV, it must be properly serviced to
prevent rusting and component deterioration.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid using
a plastic cover as moisture will collect on the ATV caus-
ing rusting.
CAUTION
Before installing the battery, make sure the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.