Spark Plug; Braking - Arctic Cat ZR 200 Operator's Manual

Arctic Cat recommends that the in-line
fuel filter be checked once a month. The
filter is located in the fuel hose between the
gas tank and fuel pump. The only cleaning
possible is to back-flush the filter using
clean gasoline. To check, clean, or replace
the filter, use the following procedure:
1. Using a suitable hose clamping pli-
ers, pinch off the fuel hose between
the gas tank and the filter.
2. Remove and discard the clamps;
then slowly remove the fuel hoses
from the fuel filter. Dispose of the
excess fuel from the filter properly.
3. Install the in-line fuel filter in the
fuel hose so the arrow on the filter
points toward the fuel pump. Make
sure the fuel hoses fit tightly on the
filter. If a fuel hose does not fit
tightly, cut 6 mm (1/4 in.) from the
end of the fuel hose; then install on
the filter. Install new clamps and
remove the clamping pliers.
CAUTION
The fuel hoses must fit tightly on the
fuel filter. If the fuel hose length
doesn't permit this procedure, replace
the fuel hose. Also, after installing the
fuel hoses on the filter, check to be
sure that the fuel hoses do not con-
tact any hot or rotating components.

Spark Plug

This snowmobile comes equipped with a
specified spark plug. See the 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 Snowmobile dealer if the plug insula-
tor is not a light brown color. To help pre-
vent 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.
Adjust the gap to specified amount (see
specifications chart) for proper ignition.
Use a feeler gauge to check the gap.
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.

Braking

The following items are items that the
operator must be familiar with when
operating this snowmobile and its
hydraulic brake system.
1. Use the brakes wisely. Each time the
brakes are applied in all hydraulic
brake systems, heat is transferred to
the brake fluid.
2. Be sure to maintain the brake fluid at
the proper level and take care not to
get any moisture in the system as
moisture in the brake fluid lowers the
boiling point. If the brake fluid is ever
boiled (by high speed stops or repeti-
tive use) or if moisture is allowed to
enter the system, it must be changed.
Never substitute or mix different types
or grades of brake fluid.
! WARNING
Use only Arctic Cat approved DOT 4
brake fluid. Never substitute or mix
different types or grades of brake
fluid. Brake loss can result. Check
brake fluid level and pad wear before
each use. Brake loss can result in
severe injury or even death.
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