Arctic Cat 350 2011 Service Manual page 7

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! WARNING
Do not overflow gasoline when filling the gas tank. A
fire hazard could materialize. Always allow the
engine to cool before filling the gas tank.
Tighten the gas tank cap securely after filling the tank.
! WARNING
Do not over-fill the gas tank.
Genuine Parts
When replacement of parts is necessary, use only gen-
uine Arctic Cat ATV parts. They are precision-made to
ensure high quality and correct fit. Refer to the Illus-
trated Parts Manual for the correct part number, quan-
tity, and description.
Preparation For Storage
CAUTION
Prior to storing the ATV, it must be properly serviced
to prevent rusting and component deterioration.
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to
prepare the ATV for storage.
1. Clean the seat cushion (cover and base) with a
damp cloth and allow it to dry.
2. Clean the ATV thoroughly by washing dirt, oil,
grass, and other foreign matter from the entire
ATV. Allow the ATV to dry thoroughly. DO NOT
get water into any part of the engine or air intake.
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3. Either drain the gas tank or add Fuel Stabilizer to
the gas in the gas tank. Remove the air filter hous-
ing cover and air filter. Start the engine and allow
it to idle; then using Arctic Cat Engine Storage
Preserver, rapidly inject the preserver into the air
filter opening for a period of 10 to 20 seconds;
then stop the engine. Install the air filter and hous-
ing cover.
CAUTION
If the interior of the air filter housing is dirty, clean
the area before starting the engine.
4. On the 350, drain the carburetor float chamber.
5. Plug the exhaust outlet on the muffler with a clean
cloth.
6. Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing
and plungers of the shock absorbers.
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws.
Make sure rivets holding components together are
tight. Replace all loose rivets. Care must be taken
that all calibrated nuts, cap screws, and bolts are
tightened to specifications.
8. On the 425, fill the cooling system to the bottom
of the stand pipe in the radiator neck with properly
mixed coolant.
9. On the 350, turn the gas tank valve to the OFF
position.
10. Disconnect the battery cables; then remove the
battery, clean the battery posts and cables, and
store in a clean, dry area.
11. Store the ATV indoors in a level position.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid
using a plastic cover as moisture will collect on the
ATV causing rusting.
Preparation After
Storage
Taking the ATV out of storage and correctly preparing
it will assure many miles and hours of trouble-free rid-
ing. Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure
to prepare the ATV.
1. Clean the ATV thoroughly.
2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth from the muf-
fler.
3. Check all control cables for signs of wear or fray-
ing. Replace if necessary.
4. Change the engine/transmission oil and filter.
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