Atv Operation; Stopping The Atv; Stopping The Engine - Arctic Cat 2012 XC 4501 Operator's Manual

ATV Operation

Driving In Cold Weather
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NOTE: Check that all control levers move freely. Make
sure that the footrest, shift lever, and brake pedal are free of
ice and snow.
! WARNING
For your personal safety, it is very important to wear the type
and amount of cold-weather clothing according to the coldest
anticipated temperatures.
1. With the transmission in neutral, move the ATV forward and
backward to check that the wheels roll freely. If the ATV will not
roll, the tires may be frozen to the ground or the brake pads may
be frozen to the discs.
2. If the tires are frozen to the ground, pour warm water around
them to melt the ice.
CAUTION
Before riding, manually move the ATV forward and backward
to make certain that all wheels roll freely.
3. If the brakes are frozen, take the ATV to a warmer area to thaw
out the brakes.
! WARNING
Do not attempt to free frozen brakes by pouring warm water
on the brake pads and housings.
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NOTE: After the brakes thaw, dry them by applying them
several times while riding slowly.
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NOTE: After riding through water, mud, snow, or slush, it
is important to dry both brake systems before parking the
ATV.
! WARNING
Go slowly and be extra careful when riding on snow-covered
or ice-covered terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain
conditions when operating the ATV.
4. Practice driving in an open snow-covered or ice-covered area at
slow speeds before driving on snow-covered or ice-covered
trails.
5. Learn how the ATV responds to steering and braking on the type
of terrain to be encountered on the ride.

Stopping The ATV

To stop the ATV, first release the throttle lever. Next, apply the brake.

Stopping The Engine

To stop the engine, turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position or
set the emergency stop switch to the OFF position.