First Aid And Survival - Arctic Cat 150 2013 Operator's Manual

Prevention
B. Throttle
The throttle should have a free, smooth range
of motion. If it seems to "stick" at any point,
refer to the General Maintenance section of
this Operator's Manual for instructions. Driving your ATV with a
sticking throttle can turn your leisurely ride into an unwelcome acci-
dent. Don't drive your ATV if the throttle sticks.
3. Lights and Electrical
Verify the brakelights, taillights, headlights,
and parking lights work. Don't drive the
ATV unless all systems are working. Check
the ignition switch and engine stop switch.
4. Oil and Fuel
Start with a full tank of gas and check engine
oil before every ride. Don't forget to check
for fluid leaks around the ATV.
5. Chassis and Drive Train
Grass and leaves can gum-up your suspen-
sion and shocks. Clear and clean the suspen-
sion arms, shock springs, and fenders. Check
smoothness by turning the handlebar full-left
and full-right. Check that there is no binding,
restrictions, free-play, or looseness in steer-
ing components. Check and clean the drive chain and sprockets of for-
eign material and debris. Check drive chain adjustment.
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Check:
1. Free, smooth range
of motion
Check:
1. Brakelights
2. Taillights
3. Headlights
4. Parking Lights
5. Ignition switch
6. Engine stop switch
Check:
1. Gas
2. Oil
3. Fluid leaks
Check:
1. Suspension arms
2. Shock springs
3. Fenders
4. Steering
5. Drive Chain
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6. Miscellaneous Items
Inspect your air filter. Look for debris or
damage that may indicate you need to
replace it. A clogged filter can stop an
engine. Check your battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Also, be sure to tighten any loose
parts, nuts, or bolts.

First Aid and Survival

You need to prepare for the unexpected. Emergencies and accidents
are traumatic enough, but they're even worse when you're not pre-
pared for them. At the minimum during every ATV ride, you should
have the following items on board:
• Tools
• Water
• Identification
• First Aid Kit
For rides that are longer in duration and distance, the following addi-
tional items are recommended:
• Cellular Phone
• Maps/GPS
• Emergency Kit with Flashlight and First Aid Kit
Tools
Routine maintenance will generally elimi-
nate the need for emergency repairs. Rid-
ing on rough terrain could cause loosening
of nuts, bolts, and fasteners. Especially on
long rides, carrying the right tools can pre-
vent an inconvenience from becoming a
crisis.
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death.
Check:
1. Air filter
2. Battery
3. Tighten parts, nuts,
and bolts
Carry these items on
your ATV:
1. Bulbs
2. Duct tape
3. Rope
4. Spark plugs
5. Spare parts
6. Tool Kit