Operating Instructions; Pre-Start - Arctic Cat Pantera 7000 xt ltd Operator's Manual

Operating Instructions

Pre-Start

It is imperative that the brake system be
checked for wear and proper operation
and that all safety checks found in the
accompanying
Handbook be performed before attempt-
ing to start the engine. After the engine
has been started, check the headlights
(high and low beam), taillight, and brake-
light to be sure they are working properly
and adjusted correctly. Make sure all
lights are clean to provide maximum illu-
mination. The headlight and taillight
must be clean and must be illuminated
whenever the engine is running.
1. Test the operation of the brake sys-
tem by compressing the brake lever.
The brake lever must feel firm when
compressed; then while holding the
brake lever in the compressed posi-
tion, measure the distance between
the brake lever and the handlebar.
The distance must be greater than
2.54 cm (1 in.).
2. With the brake fluid reservoir in a
level position
removed, check the fluid level. The
brake fluid level must be at the high
brake fluid mark in the reservoir.
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Snowmobile Safety
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and the cover
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3. If the brake fluid is below the high
brake fluid mark, add Arctic Cat
approved DOT 4 brake fluid until
the fluid is at the recommended
level. Install and secure the reservoir
cover. Do not allow moisture to con-
taminate the brake system.
CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do
not spill brake fluid on any surface of
the snowmobile.
! WARNING
Do not overfill the brake fluid reser-
voir. Overfilling the reservoir may
cause the brake system to hydrauli-
cally lock. Use only Arctic Cat
approved brake fluid.
! WARNING
Do not start the engine if the brake
system is not functioning properly.
Service the brake system or have it
properly repaired prior to operating
the snowmobile. Serious personal
injury or even death may occur if the
brake system is not operating prop-
erly.
4. Test the throttle control lever by
completely compressing and releas-
ing it several times. The lever
MUST return to the idle position
quickly and completely.
CAUTION
Always check the coolant level before
starting the engine.
5. Make sure the battery is fully
charged to ensure the engine is turn-
ing over at a sufficient RPM to start.
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NOTE: Even though the engine
turns over, the engine may not have
sufficient RPM to start.
6. Check the spark plugs and replace as
necessary. Short engine run times
cause carbon buildup on spark
plugs.