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DIVISION II - OPERATION/
MAINTENANCE
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9. Start the vehicle with the dead battery
and allow it to run for several minutes
before disconnecting the jumper cables.
10. Remove the jumper cables in oppo-
site order of hook-up (4, 3, 2, 1). Be
careful not to short cables against
bare metal.
NOTE: Have the battery and elec-
trical system checked prior to oper-
ating the vehicle again.
Spark Plug(s)
The ATV comes equipped with a specified
spark plug. See the appropriate specifica-
tions chart for the correct spark plug. A
light brown insulator indicates that the
plug is correct. A white or dark insulator
indicates that the engine may need to be
serviced or the carburetor may need to be
adjusted. Consult an authorized Arctic Cat
ATV 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 before operating.
To maintain a hot, strong spark, keep the
plug free of carbon.
Before removing the spark plug, be sure
to clean the area around the spark plug. If
you do not, dirt could enter engine when
removing or installing the spark plug.
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Adjust the gap to specified amount (see
appropriate specifications chart) for
proper ignition. Use a feeler gauge to
check the gap.
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When installing the spark plug, be sure to
tighten it securely. A new spark plug
should be tightened 1/2 turn once the
washer contacts the cylinder head. A
used spark plug should be tightened 1/8 -
1/4 turn once the washer contacts the cyl-
inder head.
Throttle Cable
Adjustment
To adjust the throttle cable free-play:
1. Loosen the jam nut from the throttle
cable adjuster.
2. Slide the rubber boot away and turn the
adjuster until the throttle lever has
proper free-play of 3-6 mm (1/8-1/4 in.).
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3. Tighten the jam nut against the throt-
tle cable adjuster securely; then slide
the rubber boot over the adjuster.
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