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Arctic Cat 150 2015 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L Do not remove this Operator’s Manual from this ATV according to the guidelines and agreement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information.
  • Page 2 Labels should be considered as permanent parts of the ATV. If a label not related to personal injury. comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Arctic Cat dealer for a  NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to replacement.

  • Page 3: Foreword

    ATV safely. Parents should supervise their Arctic Cat ATV. For a complete list of accessories, refer to the current child’s use of the ATV at all times. Parents should permit continued use Arctic Cat ATV Accessory Catalog.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Limited Warranty ..................55 Location of Controls..................26 Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility..........56 ATV Operation ..................27-34 Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty......57 Basic Operating Maneuvers ..............27 U.S. EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.S. Only) .. 58 Starting the Engine................27 Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer......
  • Page 5 Do not turn at excessive speed. instructions. • Always have the ATV checked by an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer if • Read this manual and all labels carefully and follow the operating proce- it has been involved in an accident.

  • Page 6: Atv Safety Alert

    An ATV Is Not A Toy And Can • Remove the speed limiting safety device on this ATV at your own risk. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFETY, call the Be Hazardous To Operate. ATV Safety Institute at 1-800-887-2887 (U.S.) or Canada Safety Council at 1-613-739-1535 (Canada).
  • Page 7 TAKEN A TRAINING COURSE OR HAS NOT BEEN DRIV- OUT OF CONTROL. ING AN ATV FOR AT LEAST A YEAR. * EVERY ARCTIC CAT BRAND ATV IS DESIGNED FOR A CERTAIN AGE GROUP. NEVER RIDE AN ATV THAT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR YOUR AGE GROUP. THE OPERA- TOR’S MANUAL AND LABELS CONTAIN THE AGE...

  • Page 8: Rider Training Course

    Rider Training Course Arctic Cat sponsors a free Rider Training Course to teach ATV riding skills or to reinforce current riding skills. First-time purchasers without any previous ATV riding experience will receive a $100.00 coupon from Arctic Cat through the SVIA/ASI after completing the training course (U.S.

  • Page 9: Hangtag & Warning Labels

    Hangtag & Warning Labels Your Arctic Cat ATV comes with a hangtag and several labels contain- ing important safety information. Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this informa- tion before riding. The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the ATV.

  • Page 10: Warnings

    It is not for carrying pas- For more information about the training course, contact an autho- sengers. rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or call 1-800-887-2887 (U.S.) or 1-613- ! WARNING 739-1535 (Canada). POTENTIAL HAZARD ! WARNING Operating this ATV on paved surfaces.
  • Page 11 Warnings ! WARNING ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing an Operating this ATV on public streets, approved motorcycle helmet, eye pro- roads, or highways. tection, and protective clothing. WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle. Operating without an approved helmet HOW TO AVOID THE increases your chances of a severe...
  • Page 12 Warnings ! WARNING ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies, jumps, and other Operating this ATV after or while consuming alcohol or drugs. stunts. WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment. Increases the chance of an accident Could cause you to react more slowly.
  • Page 13 Warnings ! WARNING ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly. Removing hands from handlebar or feet from footrests during opera- WHAT CAN HAPPEN tion. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATV could go out of control, causing a collision or rollover. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Removing even one hand or foot can reduce your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off the ATV.
  • Page 14 Warnings ! WARNING ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD Stalling, rolling backwards, or improp- Climbing hills improperly. erly dismounting while climbing a hill. WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or Could result in the ATV overturning. cause the ATV to overturn.
  • Page 15 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD of accessories. All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be genuine Arctic Cat ATV components designed for use on the ATV Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles. and should be installed and used according to instructions. Never Never attempt to ride over large obstacles, such as large rocks or install a twist grip throttle.
  • Page 16 Warnings ! WARNING ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the ATV through deep or fast flowing water. Improperly crossing hills or turning on WHAT CAN HAPPEN hills. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may float, causing loss of traction and loss of control, which could lead to an accident.

  • Page 17: Prevention

    Prevention Helmet There are several types of helmets on the Overview Helmets should have market, but make sure you wear a hel- one of these: When using an ATV, prevention is the name of the game. “Had you only met that complies with the current stan- known”...

  • Page 18: Condition Of The Atv

    Prevention 3. Lights and Electrical 4. Oil and Fuel Eye Protection 5. Chassis and Drive Train Wear eye protection, such as goggles, to completely surround your eyes to 6. Miscellaneous Items prevent getting dirt or other items in your eyes. Sunglasses are not recom- mended;...

  • Page 19: First Aid And Survival

    Prevention 5. Chassis and Drive Train Check: Grass and leaves can gum-up your suspension Test the parking brake and verify it locks the rear wheels; then disen- 1. Suspension arms and shocks. Clear and clean the suspension gage it to release the brakes. Ensure that the hand brakes are working 2.
  • Page 20 Prevention Cellular Phone It may be necessary to make an urgent phone call. Tools Carry these items on Maps/GPS (Global Positioning System) your ATV: Routine maintenance will generally elimi- nate the need for emergency repairs. Riding Maps may be unnecessary when you’re familiar with the area. But when 1.

  • Page 21: Active Riding

    Active Riding Overview “Active Riding” is the second part of “P.A.S.S.” It involves an under- standing of how your body weight, balance, gravity, and physical forces affect the handling of the ATV. For example, when you drive a car quickly into a sharp turn, your body is pulled to the outside of the vehicle by centrifugal force.

  • Page 22: Sound Judgment

    Sound Judgment Environment Those Around You The environment you operate an ATV in is often harsh and sometimes People do all kinds of things that you can’t predict or control. dangerous if you don’t take proper precautions. Riding Companions Weather Leave a lot of space between you and other riders, especially in dusty You need to consider the weather.

  • Page 23: Equipment

    ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV. It also helps to know which trails you can legally ride and who else Take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspection might be on those same trails. These are signs currently used in some and adjustment or repair.

  • Page 24: Load Capacity Ratings

    All parts and accesso- 1. When you’re tired consider your health when planning longer ries installed on this ATV must be genuine Arctic Cat parts rides. and accessories designed for use on this ATV. Install and use them according to instructions.

  • Page 25: Sipde

    Sound Judgment Group Behavior When riding in a group, it is human nature to try to keep up with or out- Reckless Riding do those around you. We can all be competitive and that can lead to risk Where excessive or high speed is a factor, the potential for personal taking resulting in serious injury or equipment damage.

  • Page 26: Supervision

    14 operate your ATV. Overview Arctic Cat and the ATV Safety Institute recommend that all ATV opera- You’re responsible for supervising those who ride your ATV. Your wis- tors ride the appropriate-sized ATV according to age.

  • Page 27: Division Ii - Operation

    Displacement 149 cc (9.1 cu in.) Gasoline (Recommended) 87 Octane Regular Unleaded Spark Plug Type DR8EA Engine Oil (Recommended) Arctic Cat ACX All Weather Spark Plug Gap 0.6 mm (0.024 in.) (Synthetic) Brake Type Front Double Drum/Rear Hydraulic Headlights 12V/35W/35W (2)

  • Page 28: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls 1. Battery 2. Front Brake Lever 3. Fuel Valve 4. Seat Lock Lever 5. Tool Storage 6. Parking Brake 7. Key Switch KM882A 8. Throttle Limiter 9. Throttle Lever 10. Brakelights/Taillights 11. Kick Start Lever 12. Engine Stop Switch 13.

  • Page 29: Atv Operation

    Emergency Starting 4. Get seated in a comfortable position. This Arctic Cat ATV has an emergency kick starter to use if the electric 5. Always keep your feet planted on the footrests. starter becomes inoperative. To use the starter, follow this procedure.

  • Page 30: Starting A Cold Engine

    ATV Operation CAUTION 1. Push down on the kick starter until resistance is felt; then with a short, If unburned fuel is collected in the combustion chamber due to quick, downward stroke, start engine. lack of running time, spark plug fouling will occur more easily 2.

  • Page 31: Handling The Atv (Active Riding Techniques)

    ATV Operation Skidding or Sliding If you lose control after hitting sand, ice, mud, or water: 2. Swing your right leg over to the left side of the seat. 1. Turn your handlebar into the direction of the slide. 3. Step to the ground on the left side of the ATV. 2.

  • Page 32: Riding Uphill

    ATV Operation 10. Start the engine and follow the method for riding downhill. Riding Uphill K-Turns Roughly 20% of accidents happen while riding on hills and as a result of Use K-turns if you accidentally stall while riding uphill; you need to the ATV rolling or flipping.

  • Page 33: Riding Downhill

    ATV Operation Riding Downhill Success in riding downhill depends on how well you know your brakes - Sidehilling/Traversing take it easy on them, or you could flip over. Sidehilling is considered an advanced skill; it’s really tricky and unpre- dictable. So, whether your skills are advanced or not, try to avoid this kind of riding.

  • Page 34: Crossing Obstacles

    ATV Operation Crossing Obstacles Crossing obstacles is risky; avoid it if possible. Riding over logs, rocks, Sharp Turns and ruts means combining all the active riding skills into one big After mastering wide turns, practice the advanced skill of sharp turns. motion.

  • Page 35: Crossing Water

    ATV Operation 7. It’s illegal to cross public roads in some places. Know your local laws. Crossing Water Cold Weather Driving Your ATV can only handle water up to its footrests. Any more than that  NOTE: Check that all control levers move freely. Make sure and you risk engine damage and/or personal injury.
  • Page 36 ATV Operation 5. Learn how the ATV responds to steering and braking on the type of terrain to be encountered on the ride.  NOTE: After riding through water, mud, snow, or slush, it is Stopping The ATV important to dry the brake system before parking the ATV. To stop the ATV, first release the throttle lever.

  • Page 37: General Information

    Arctic Cat ATV dealer for parts, Hand Brakes service, accessories, or warranty. If a complete engine must be replaced, ask the dealer to notify Arctic Cat for correct registration information. The hand brakes should be applied whenever a braking situation is Ignition Switch Key needed.

  • Page 38: Parking Brake

    Parking Brake Headlight Switch To engage and release the parking Use the headlight switch to select brake, use the following procedure. the high or low headlight beam or parking lights when the ignition 1. Rotate the parking brake lever switch is in the LIGHTS position. to the left to engage the brake.

  • Page 39: Lcd/Indicator Lights

    Throttle Lever ! WARNING Control engine RPM with the posi- tion of the throttle lever. Operate this Never leave the valve in the ON or RES position when the lever with the thumb. Pushing it for- engine is not running. ward increases engine RPM and allowing it to retract decreases LCD/Indicator Lights...

  • Page 40: Gas/Vent Hoses

    Oil Level Stick C. Momentarily depress button A until the minute flashes; then depress button B to set the minute. After ten seconds, the There is an oil level stick for checking gauge will resume normal operation. the engine oil level. To check the oil level, use the following procedure.

  • Page 41: Safety Flag/Bracket

    Transporting ATV Do not use white gas. Only Arctic Cat approved gasoline addi- When transporting the ATV, Arctic Cat recommends that the ATV be in tives should be used. its normal operating position (on all four wheels) and the following pro- cedure be used.

  • Page 42: Engine Break-In

    Allow the engine to cool before fill- ing the gas tank. Care must be taken  NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of genuine Arctic not to overfill the tank. If overfilled, Cat lubricants. gas may leak onto the engine creat- ing a fire hazard.

  • Page 43: General Maintenance

    I = Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary * Dealer maintenance ** When using Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic oil, oil change interval can be increased to every 1,000 miles or every year. C = Clean L = Lubricate...

  • Page 44: Shock Absorbers

    Shock Absorbers 4. Install the screen/filter cap, spring, and screen. Tighten to Each shock absorber should be visibly checked weekly for excessive 11 ft-lb. fluid leakage (some seal leakage may be observed but it does not indi- 5. Install the drain plug and cate the shock is in need of replacement), cracks or breaks in the lower tighten to 22 ft-lb.

  • Page 45: Hand Brake Systems

    LOWER level line. If below the line, take the Always maintain brakes according to the Maintenance Schedule. ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for service. Checking/Adjusting 1. With engine turned off and with the parking brake lever locked, Front Wheel Brake attempt to move the ATV.

  • Page 46: Suspension/Steering Arm Bushings

    Suspension/Steering Arm Bushings 5. If boot damage is present or tie rod end free-play seems excessive, The bushings should be inspected contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for service. periodically. Battery 1. Secure the ATV on a support The battery is located under the seat.
  • Page 47 NOTE: Optional battery charging adapters are available from NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of the CTEK Multi your authorized Arctic Cat dealer to connect directly to your vehi- US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 for battery maintenance cle from the recommended chargers to simplify the maintenance charging.
  • Page 48 110-volt electrical outlet.  NOTE: Arctic Cat does not recommend jump-starting a vehi- 3. Connect the red terminal lead from the charger to the positive ter- cle with a dead battery but rather to remove the battery, service minal of the battery;...

  • Page 49: Spark Plug

     3. Inspect the vehicle to be used for jump-starting to determine if volt- NOTE: Some jumper cables may be the same color but the age and ground polarity are compatible. The vehicle must have a clamps or ends will be color-coded red and black. 12-volt DC, negative ground electrical system.

  • Page 50: Engine Idle Rpm Adjustment

    To properly adjust the idle, a tachometer is necessary. If one is not avail- adjustment nut to be adjusted. able, take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer. 3. Turn cable adjustment nut clock- wise to increase free-play in the cable.

  • Page 51: Air Filter

     NOTE: Foam Air Filter Cleaner and Foam Air Filter Oil are or improperly adjusted can cause an accident resulting in available from Arctic Cat. possible injury. 4. Compress the filter by pressing it between the palms of both hands Inspecting Condition to remove excess solvent.

  • Page 52: Tires

    The presence of any of the conditions requires drive chain replacement. NOTE: Drive chain adjustments may be done by the ATV owner Take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for this service. if qualified to do so. If the owner does not feel qualified, take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for this service.

  • Page 53: Wheels

    CAUTION ! WARNING Use only specified bulb indicated in the chart as replacement bulb. Use only Arctic Cat approved tires when replacing tires. Fail-  NOTE: The bulb portion of the head- ure to do so could result in unstable ATV operation.

  • Page 54: Fuse

    Always replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same type and rat- ing. If the new fuse blows after a short period of use, consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer immediately. Storage Compartment/Tools A basic tool kit is provided with the ATV. It is located under the seat.

  • Page 55: Preparation For Storage

    Remove the air filter housing cover and air filter. Start the battery is fully charged (see Battery section in this manual). engine and allow it to idle; then using Arctic Cat Engine Preserver, 10. Store the ATV indoors in a level position.

  • Page 56: Preparation After Storage

    Taking the ATV out of storage and correctly preparing it will assure 7. Check the entire brake system (cables, shoes, etc.), all controls, and many miles and hours of trouble-free riding. Arctic Cat recommends the brakelight; adjust or replace if necessary.

  • Page 57: Limited Warranty

    Arctic Cat shall not be responsible for and this limited warranty excludes recov- 1. Six months from the date of sale — for an Arctic Cat ATV used for recreational ery of economic, punitive, consequential and incidental damages, lost profits, purposes.

  • Page 58: Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

    The dealer will furnish to the consumer a signed copy of the form which must be You, the owner, will then be asked to sign a warranty form to ensure Arctic Cat presented to the dealer when requesting warranty service. The registration form that the warranty work was actually performed.

  • Page 59: Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty

    Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty Arctic Cat Inc., P.O. Box 810, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 (hereinafter referred to as Arctic (5) use of replacement components or accessories not conforming to Arctic Cat) warrants that this new Arctic Cat ATV manufactured on or after January 1st, 1997: Cat specifications which adversely affect performance, and/or (6) use in competitive racing or related events.

  • Page 60: Epa Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.s. Only)

    Wiring OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES The owner of any ATV warranted under this Arctic Cat Emission Control Statement is responsible for the proper maintenance and use of the ATV as stated in the Operator's Manual. Proper maintenance generally includes replacement and service, at the owner's choosing, such items as air filter, oil and oil filter, or any other part, item, or device related to emissions control as specified in the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 63: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance Record DATE SERVICE PERFORMED/NOTES...
  • Page 64 Maintenance Record DATE SERVICE PERFORMED/NOTES...
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  • Page 67: Declaration Of Conformity

    Brand Name: Arctic Cat the spaces provided to assist you in ordering parts from your authorized Model: 150 2x4 Arctic Cat ATV dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen. Standards to which conformity is EN 61000-6-2:2005 declared:...
  • Page 68 • avoid paved surfaces - pavement may seriously affect handling and control LOCATE AND READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL ©2014 Arctic Cat Inc. ® ™ Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc., Thief River Falls, MN 56701 FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS (218) 681-9851 - U.S.

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