Foreword; Parts And Accessories; Protect Your Sport - Arctic Cat 2012 XC 4501 Operator's Manual

Foreword

Congratulations and thank you from Arctic Cat Inc. for purchasing an
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ARCTIC CAT All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV). Built with American
engineering and manufacturing know-how, it is designed to provide
superior ride, comfort, utility, and dependable service.
This Operator's Manual is furnished to ensure that the operator is
aware of safe operating procedures. It also includes information about
the general care and maintenance of your ATV.
Carefully read the following pages. If you have any questions regard-
ing this ATV, contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for assis-
tance. Remember, only authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealers have the
knowledge and facilities to provide you with the best service possi-
ble.

Protect Your Sport

• Know all local, state/provincial riding laws,
• Respect your ATV,
• Respect the environment, and
• You will gain the respect of others.
We also advise you to strictly follow the recommended maintenance
program as outlined. This preventive maintenance program is
designed to ensure that all critical components on this ATV are thor-
oughly inspected at various intervals.
All information in this manual is based on the latest product data and
specifications available at the time of printing. Arctic Cat Inc.
reserves the right to make product changes and improvements which
may affect illustrations or explanations without notice.
Division II of this manual covers operator-related maintenance, oper-
ating instructions, and storage instructions. If major repair or service
is ever required, contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for pro-
fessional service.
At the time of publication, all information and illustrations in this
manual were technically correct. Some illustrations used in this man-
ual are used for clarity purposes only and are not designed to depict
actual conditions. Because Arctic Cat Inc. constantly refines and
improves its products, no retroactive obligation is incurred.

Parts and Accessories

When in need of replacement parts, oil, or accessories for your
Arctic Cat ATV, be sure to use only GENUINE ARCTIC CAT
PARTS, OIL, AND ACCESSORIES. Only genuine Arctic Cat
parts, oil, and accessories are engineered to meet the standards and
requirements of your Arctic Cat ATV. For a complete list of acces-
sories, refer to the current Arctic Cat ATV Accessory Catalog.
To aid in service and maintenance procedures on this ATV, a Ser-
vice Manual and an Illustrated Parts Manual are available through
your local Arctic Cat ATV dealer.
Arctic Cat and the ATV Safety Institute recommend that all ATV
operators ride the appropriate-sized ATV according to age.
Speed Limitations
Category Age (Years)
Y-12+ 12 or Older 15 - Limited
30 - Maximum
T-14 14 or Older 20 - Limited
30 - Limited
38 - Maximum
G & S 16 or Older According to Local
Regulations
NOTES
(MPH)
Operate Under Adult
Supervision
Operate Under Adult
Supervision
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