Break-In Procedure - Arctic Cat 2008 400 4x4 Owner's Manual

Filling Gas Tank
! WARNING
Always fi ll the gas tank in a well-ventilated area. Never add gaso-
line to the ATV gas tank near any open fl ames or with the engine
running or hot. DO NOT SMOKE while fi lling the gas tank.
Since gasoline expands as its temperature increases, the gas tank
must be fi lled to its rated capacity only. Expansion room must be
maintained in the tank particularly if the tank is fi lled with cold gasoline
and then moved to a warm area.
Allow the engine to cool before fi lling the gas tank. Care must be ta-
ken not to overfi ll the tank. If overfi lled, gas may leak onto the engine
creating a fi re hazard.
To remove and install the tank cap, use the following procedure:
1. Remove the vent tube from the instrument pod.
Turn the cap counter-clockwise and remove.
! WARNING
Do not overfl ow gasoline when fi lling the gas tank. A fi re hazard
could materialize. Always allow the engine to cool before fi lling the
gas tank.
2. Turn the cap clockwise to tighten the cap securely after fi lling the
tank; then install the vent tube making sure it is properly routed.
! WARNING
Do not overfi ll the gas tank.

BREAK-IN PROCEDURE

New ATV's and renewed ATV engines require a "break-in" period.
The fi rst month is most critical to the life of this ATV. Proper operation
during this break-in period will help assure maximum life and perfor-
mance from the ATV.
During the fi rst 10 hours of operation, always use less than ½ throttle.
Varying the engine RPM during the break-in period allows the
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