Arctic Cat Crossfire 600 Operator's Manual

Arctic Cat Crossfire 600 Operator's Manual

Mountain/crossover models

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Mountain/Crossover Models
Mountain/Crossover Models
Crossfire 600
Crossfire 800/Sno Pro/LTD
M6
M8/Sno Pro/LTD
M8 HCR
M1000 Sno Pro
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  • Page 1 Mountain/Crossover Models Mountain/Crossover Models Crossfire 600 Crossfire 800/Sno Pro/LTD M8/Sno Pro/LTD M8 HCR M1000 Sno Pro S HA RE OUR PA SSI ON.
  • Page 2 Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. No transportation charges, rental charges, or inconvenience costs will be paid by Arctic Cat. The warranty is validated upon examination of said parts by Arctic Cat or an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. Arctic Cat reserves the right to inspect such parts at its factory for final determination if warranty should apply.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Limited Warranty ......Inside Front Cover Emergency Stopping..........19 Foreword ............... 1 Throttle/Ignition Monitor Switch......19 Varying Altitude Operation ........20 Declaration of Conformity ........2 Lubrication ............. 21-23 Snowmobile Safety Rules ........3 ACT Drive Gear Case .......... 21 General Information .........
  • Page 4 SELF AND OTHERS. Parts and Accessories When in need of replacement parts, oil, or accessories for your Arctic Cat Snowmo- bile, be sure to only use 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.
  • Page 5: Foreword

    Drive with caution, observe all state and local regulations, and respect the rights of others. ISMA members like Arctic Cat do their part to improve trails, sponsor events, and generally support the sport of snowmobiling. As a mem- ber of the National Snowmobile Foundation, Arctic Cat Inc.
  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity Application of council directives: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Issued by European Commission. EC Machinery Directive 98/37/EC Type of Equipment: Snowmobile Brand Name: Arctic Cat Model Numbers: S2011M6D3EUSB S2011M8H3EUSB S2011M8HSPUSW S2011M8HLEUSG S2011M8HEKUSB S2011M8HSEUSW S2011M8HHCUSG S2011M1LSEUSW S2011CFD1EUSB S2011CFH1EUSB S2011CFHSPUSO S2011CFHLEUSG...
  • Page 7: Snowmobile Safety Rules

    Snowmobile Safety Rules...
  • Page 8: General Information

    If production information. The Engine the complete engine must be replaced, Serial Number (ESN) is stamped into the ask the dealer to notify Arctic Cat for crankcase of the engine. correct registration information. Control Locations Shown are the typical control locations for Arctic Cat snowmobiles.
  • Page 9: Engine Break-In

    1. Pour gasoline into the gasoline con- The recommended oil to use in the oil- tainer until approximately half full. injection system is either Arctic Cat APV 2. Pour 236 ml (8 fl oz) of the recom- Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil (p/n 4639-349 - qt) mended 2-cycle oil into the gasoline or (p/n 5639-469 - gal.) or Formula SS...
  • Page 10: Drive Belt Break-In

    Speedometer/ Arctic Cat requires that the first tankful of fuel be premixed at a 100:1 ratio in all Tachometer oil-injection models. These snowmobiles are equipped with During the break-in period, a maximum different speedometer/tachometer styles. of 1/2 throttle is recommended; however,...
  • Page 11 If the icon illuminates indicat- tions. ing an error, take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer Indicator Icons (Deluxe for service. If not under warranty, this ser- Gauge) vice is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 12 The cating an error, take the snowmobile to maximum RPM readout will reset when an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile the decrement button is pushed (while dealer for service. If not under warranty, maximum RPM is displayed).
  • Page 13: Diagnostic Codes

    To adjust the handlebar, mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- use the following procedure: mobile dealer for service. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion ...
  • Page 14: Exhaust System

    If leakage or damage is detected, telescoping handlebar) is 20 ft-lb. take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser- ! WARNING vice. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of the...
  • Page 15: Drive Clutch/Driven Pulley Alignment

    Kits are available problem is suspected, take the snowmo- to either stiffen or soften gas shock valv- bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo- ing. If changes in shock valving are bile dealer. If not under warranty, this...
  • Page 16: Deep-Lug Track

    If the owner does not feel qualified, take the snowmo- length of carbide...many track studs — bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- long length of carbide). The proper pro- mobile dealer for this service. This...
  • Page 17: Reverse Operation

     NOTE: Correct drive belt tension ! WARNING (deflection) is important for the reverse function to operate properly. Always balance the snowmobile with If the belt is too tight, difficulty in the proper proportion between the engaging reverse will be experi- number of studs and carbide length enced (the reverse function will on the wear bars.
  • Page 18 Crossfire 600/M6 Models 1. When reverse is engaged, a reverse icon will illuminate in the speedom- The reverse transmission function offers eter/tachometer and a reverse alarm the operator the convenience of being able will sound. to back up the snowmobile rather than 2.
  • Page 19: Removable Seat (Crossfire 800 Models)

    (APV) System performance at high RPM. CAUTION The recommended engine oil to use is either Arctic Cat APV Synthetic 2- Cycle Oil or Formula SS Semi-Syn- thetic Oil (see Gasoline-Oil - Recom- mended Injection Oil sub-section in this section). Any substitute may cause an APV malfunction.
  • Page 20: Exhaust Controlled Timing (Ect) System

    If the owner does not feel qualified, take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    The brake fluid level must be visible 6. On manual start models, pull the in the sight glass. Add Arctic Cat recoil handle slowly until resistance approved brake fluid as necessary. is felt; then give a short quick pull.
  • Page 22: Braking

    Braking CAUTION The following items are items that the operator must be familiar with when To avoid damaging the recoil starter, operating this snowmobile and its DO NOT pull the recoil rope to its hydraulic brake system. Important addi- limit or release the recoil handle tional information on the proper mainte- from an extended position.
  • Page 23: Emergency Stopping

    ! WARNING There are several methods of stopping or slowing the snowmobile under a variety Use only Arctic Cat approved brake of situations. Identified in the following fluid. Never substitute or mix differ- chart are the ways a snowmobile may be ent types or grades of brake fluid.
  • Page 24: Varying Altitude Operation

    M-Series models are initially set up at the start the engine, take the snowmo- factory for operation between 6000-9000 bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service as feet. soon as possible. If not under war- ...
  • Page 25: Lubrication

    - Gear flushed and the lubricant be replaced Case Drain Fitting (p/n 0644-552) - and after each season of use. Arctic Cat rec- a length of 3/8-in. hose. ommends that the flushing and replacing 5. Tip the snowmobile back to the be done prior to off-season storage.
  • Page 26: Front Suspension

    CAUTION tioned against a wall or similar object. The correct lubricant to use in the gear case is Arctic Cat Synthetic ! WARNING ACT Gear Case Fluid. Any substitute may cause serious damage to the DO NOT stand behind the snowmo- drive system.
  • Page 27: Rear Suspension

     NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends that Arctic Cat All-Temp Grease (p/n 4639-365) be used for this proce- dure.  NOTE: Illustrated are the general locations of grease fittings. Actual locations will vary from model to model. 1. Shut engine off and wait for all mov- ing parts to stop.
  • Page 28: Maintenance

    Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Checklist Item Interval Page Remarks Brake System Daily Check for binding, leakage, and proper operation; lever firmness, travel, caliper, disc, and pads Cooling System - Liquid Daily 10,25 Check for leakage, damage, obstructions, coolant level Oil-Injection System Daily —...
  • Page 29: Fuel System

    DO NOT OPERATE THE SNOWMOBILE. Take the snowmobile If the coolant is below the FULL to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile COLD mark and if coolant has been dealer for inspection and adjustment or added, immediately inspect for leak- repair.
  • Page 30: Checking/Adjusting Apv Cables

    Arctic Cat Snowmobile 3. Slide each cable drum out of the slot dealer for inspection and service. If of the servomotor actuator.
  • Page 31: Brake System

    APV CABLE LENGTH Brake System ENGINE CENTER ± 0.039 in. 600 cc 1.417 in. Arctic Cat recommends that the brake system (brake lever, fluid reservoir, hose, 800 cc 1.377 in. caliper, pads, and brake disc) be checked 1000 cc 1.319 in.
  • Page 32 (1 in.). 741-328A 2. If the brake fluid is not visible in the sight glass, remove the reservoir cover and add Arctic Cat approved brake fluid until the fluid is at the recom- 741-328B mended level. Install and secure the 3.
  • Page 33 NOTE: When installing new brake ! WARNING pads, always install them as a set. Never install just one pad or use Use only Arctic Cat approved brake brake pads which have been used in fluid. Any substitute may result in a another snowmobile.
  • Page 34: Drive Belt

    NOTE: Drive belts should be pur-  chased from an authorized Arctic NOTE: Make sure the drive belt is Cat Snowmobile dealer, as Arctic Cat all the way out in the driven pulley drive belts are made to exact specifi- before checking drive belt fit.
  • Page 35 Available shim washers from Arctic Cat are p/n 0648-714 (0.090 in.) - one included in the tool kit, p/n 0648-715 (0.030 in.), and p/n 0648-716 (0.060 in.).
  • Page 36: Track Tension

    “lock.” Arctic Cat recommends that the track tension be checked daily during the first 300 miles of operation and once a week thereafter and adjusted according to need.
  • Page 37: Track Alignment

    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.
  • Page 38: Suspension

    Arctic Cat should be adjusted for the weight and rid- Snowmobile dealer for this service. ing preference of the operator.
  • Page 39 (ski) tension and the limiter straps are adjust- shocks before operating the snow- able. However, Arctic Cat recommends mobile. that the shock spring be maintained at the To increase or decrease air pressure, use factory preset of 1/8-1/4 in.
  • Page 40: Lights

     NOTE: To access the harness con- ! WARNING nector and the two self-tapping screws securing the taillight to the Do not adjust the front arm limiter snowflap, compress the two flanged straps to a point at which steering tabs (located on the under-side of and operator control of the snowmo- the tunnel) and carefully pry up on bile are adversely affected.
  • Page 41 4. Remove the bulb from the headlight 1. Position the snowmobile on a level housing and disconnect the wiring floor so the headlight is approxi- harness from the bulb. mately 8 m (25 ft) from an aiming surface (wall or similar surface). ...
  • Page 42: Ski Wear Bars

    To maintain positive steering characteris- be applicable. Always comply with tics, Arctic Cat recommends that the ski the maximum width laws and/or reg- wear bars be checked before each use and ulations when adjusting ski stance.
  • Page 43 Loose snow is required to Take the snowmobile to an authorized cool and lubricate the wear strips and Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this prevent accelerated wear. service. This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 44: Performance Tips

    Avail-  NOTE: Adding shim washers will able shim washers from Arctic Cat are decrease belt deflection; removing p/n 0648-714 (0.090 in.) - one included shim washers will increase belt in the tool kit, p/n 0648-715 (0.030 in.),...
  • Page 45 DRIVE CLUTCH/DRIVEN PULLEY can be purchased from an autho- PARALLELISM — If premature drive rized Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. belt wear is experienced or if the drive belt turns over, parallelism must be To check offset, use the following proce- checked.
  • Page 46 3. If parallelism is not within specifica- tions, the parallelism must be cor- rected by first loosening all the engine mounting bolts (left side, front, and right top rear). Then, pry the front of the engine towards the MAG-side of the engine compart- ment.
  • Page 47: Preparation For Storage

    8. Fill the gas tank to its rated capacity; To prepare the snowmobile for storage, then add Arctic Cat Fuel Stabilizer Arctic Cat recommends the following (p/n 0436-907) to the gas tank fol- procedure: lowing directions on the container for the stabilizer/gasoline ratio.
  • Page 48 17. If the snowmobile must be stored out- doors, position the snowmobile out of CAUTION direct sunlight; then block the entire snowmobile off the ground making Avoid storing in direct sunlight and using a plastic cover as moisture sure the snowmobile is secure. Loosen may collect on the snowmobile the track adjusting bolts to reduce causing corrosion.
  • Page 49: Preparation After Storage

    Taking the snowmobile out of storage  NOTE: After prolonged storage, and correctly preparing it for another sea- Arctic Cat recommends one tankful son will assure many miles and hours of of 100:1 gas/oil mixture be used in trouble-free snowmobiling. Arctic Cat...
  • Page 50: Epa Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.s. Only)

    Coverage (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.
  • Page 51: Change Of Address, Ownership, Or Warranty Transfer

    Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer Arctic Cat Inc. keeps on file the current name and address of the owner of this snowmobile. This will allow Arctic Cat to reach the current owner with any important safety information which may be necessary to protect customers from personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 52 Fold Back Once Place Stamp Here CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC. PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT. P.O. BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN 56701...
  • Page 53 NOTES...
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  • Page 55: Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

    You, the consumer, will then be asked to sign a warranty form to ensure Arctic Cat that the warranty work was actually performed.
  • Page 56 ARCTIC CAT ® ®TM Printed in U.S.A. Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc. Thief River Falls, MN 56701 p/n 2258-798 Phone: (218) 681-9851 - U.S./(204) 982-1656 - Canada...

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