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If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your authorized dealer for a free replacement. Contact Arctic Cat Service Department, P.O. Box 810, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 USA, for proper registration information.
Drive with caution, observe all state and local laws, and respect the rights of others. International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association (ISMA) mem- bers like Arctic Cat do their part to improve trails, sponsor events, and generally sup- port the sport of snowmobiling. As a member of the National Snowmobile Foundation, Arctic Cat promotes snowmobiling through education, charity, and research programs.
Declaration of Conformity Application of Council Directives: EMC Directive: 2014/30/EU Issued by European Commission. Machinery Directive: 2006/42/EC Type of Equipment: Snowmobile Brand Name: Arctic Cat Date of Issue: 01-01-20 Model Number Model Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) * Calculated check digit...
Specifications ENGINE AND DRIVE Type Forced Air Cooled/4-Cycle Bore x Stroke 56 x 50 mm (2.2 x 1.97 in.) Valve Arrangement Overhead Displacement 123 cc (7.5 cu in.) Lighting Coil Output 12V/55W Compression Ratio 8.3:1 Lubrication Forced Splash Cooling System Forced Air Drive Clutch Centrifugal...
Hangtags This vehicle comes with hangtags containing important safety information. Anyone who rides the vehicle should read and understand this information before riding.
Warning Labels & Information This vehicle comes with labels containing important safety information. Anyone who rides the snowmobile should read and understand this information before riding. The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the snowmobile. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your authorized dealer for a replacement.
Preparing to Safely Operate the ZR 120 Second, you must check several things NOTE: This section and Operating every time before the engine is started. the ZR 120 section must be read and explained to the child/operator by A. Make sure the brake lever works the owner/parent/guardian.
Operating the ZR 120 You must be a responsible, careful, and C. Never drive the snowmobile faster considerate snowmobile operator at all than a safe speed. Do not drive too times. Your safety is our concern and close to roads, buildings, trees, other must always be yours.
These numbers are required by the dealer to complete warranty claims properly. No The recommended oil to use in the warranty will be allowed by Arctic Cat if engine is 0W-40 Synthetic oil. See the either the ESN or VIN is removed or viscosity chart for details.
Allow a cold engine to “warm up” mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat for approximately 2-3 minutes. The Snowmobile dealer for service. choke should be pushed in com- To start the engine, use the following pro- pletely after the “warm up.”...
Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE: If the oil level is below the oil level mark, add recommended oil NOTE: After the engine break-in until it reaches the oil level mark. period, the engine oil should be changed every 100 operating hours (6 4.
Cat recommends that any changes in 1. Loosen the throttle cable jam nuts. internal carburetor calibration be made by an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer; however, three external adjust- ments can be made on the carburetor. These are the throttle stop screw, idle fuel adjuster screw, and throttle cable.
1. Remove the two screws securing the air cleaner cover; then remove the Arctic Cat recommends that the in-line cover. fuel filter be checked once a month. The filter is located in the fuel hose between the 2.
Drive Chain Travel The drive chain should be lubricated 1. Compress the brake lever fully. every 10 operating hours with Arctic Cat 2. Check the distance between the Synthetic Chain Lube (p/n 0436-903) or brake lever and the lever stop. The...
0744-945 track drive sprockets. Arctic Cat recom- mends that the track tension be checked Adjusting Track Tension once a month and adjusted accordingly.
Excessive wear to the idler wheels, drive lugs, and track will occur if the track is improperly aligned. Arctic Cat recommends that the track alignment be checked once a week or whenever the track tension is adjusted.
Adjusting Track Alignment The front shock absorbers have a preload adjustment sleeve with five preload 1. On the side of the track which has adjustment positions to increase or the inner track drive lugs closer to decrease coil spring tension. the rear idler wheel, loosen the idler wheel cap screw and the adjusting To adjust the spring tension, rotate the...
Loctite #243 to the jam object is hit while the snowmobile is being nut threaded areas and tighten each operated. Arctic Cat recommends that the jam nut securely against its adjust- ski alignment be checked once a week.
0744-923 To maintain positive steering characteris- CAUTION tics, Arctic Cat recommends that the ski wear bars be checked once a week and Serious overheating of the engine replaced if worn to 1/2 of original diame- and engine damage will result if the ter.
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2. Remove the bulb from the housing The headlight aim can be adjusted to pro- by rotating it counterclockwise until vide maximum illumination for the oper- loose. ator. To adjust headlight aim, adjust the screw until maximum illumination for CAUTION the operator is apparent.
6. Remove the drive chain and clean nent deterioration. Arctic Cat recom- thoroughly in a solvent. Install drive mends the following procedure to chain and lubricate with a dry, prepare the snowmobile for storage: graphite-based chain lubricant.
Cat Snowmobile. Arctic Cat does not assume any liability for incidental or consequential damages. Arctic Cat will repair or replace, at its option, free of charge (including any related labor charges), any parts that are found to be warrantable in material or workmanship. This repair work MUST be done by an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer.
(U.S. Only) STATEMENT/WARRANTY Arctic Cat warrants to the original retail purchaser, and each subsequent purchaser, that all U.S. EPA- certified Arctic Cat snowmobiles are designed, built, and equipped to conform to all U.S. EPA Emission Control Regulations. Please read the following information completely.
Please make sure a copy of this form is completed and returned to Arctic Cat Inc. if you move or if the vehicle is sold to another party. This form may also be used to transfer the unused portion of the original warranty to a second party.
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Fold Back Place Stamp Here CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC. PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT. PO BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701...
Phone: _________________________________________________ Parts and Accessories When in need of replacement parts, oil, or accessories for your Arctic Cat snowmo- bile, be sure to use only GENUINE ARCTIC CAT PARTS, OIL, AND ACCESSO- RIES. Only genuine Arctic Cat parts, oil, and accessories are engineered to meet the standards and requirements of your Arctic Cat snowmobile.