Preparation After Storage - Arctic Cat AC 120 2007 Operator's Manual

13. If the snowmobile must be stored
outdoors, block the entire snowmo-
bile off the ground and cover it
with a snowmobile cover to protect
it from dirt, dust, and rain.

PREPARATION AFTER STORAGE

Taking the snowmobile out of storage
and correctly preparing it for operation
will assure many miles and hours of
trouble-free snowmobiling. Arctic Cat
recommends the following procedure to
prepare the snowmobile.
1. Clean the snowmobile thoroughly.
Polish the exterior of the snowmo-
bile using the cleaner/polish.
2. Clean the engine cooling fins and
the recoil starter vents. Remove the
cloth from the muffler.
3. Check all control wires and cables
for signs of wear or fraying.
Replace if necessary. Use cable ties
or tape to route wires and cables
away from hot or rotating parts.
4. Inspect the drive chain and drive
chain tightener. Replace if neces-
sary.
! CAUTION
Avoid using a plastic cover as
moisture will collect on the snow-
mobile causing corrosion.
5. Lubricate the drive chain with a
dry, graphite-based chain lubricant.
6. Lubricate the rear suspension with
a low-temperature grease.
7. Check brake-lever travel distance,
all controls, ski alignment, track
tension, track alignment, brake
band, and ski wear bars; adjust or
replace as necessary.
8. Examine the in-line fuel filter and
clean or replace if necessary.
9. Fill the gas tank.
10. Clean the seat cushion with the
vinyl protectant.
11. Check the spark plug (clean, gap,
and/or replace as necessary); then
start the engine and ensure proper
carburetor adjustments.
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