First Aid And Survival - Arctic Cat 550 H1 EFI 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 Mainte-
nance section of this Operator's Manual
for instructions. Driving your ATV with
a sticking throttle can turn your leisurely
ride into an unwelcome accident. Don't
drive your ATV if the throttle sticks.
Check:
1. Free, smooth range of motion
LIGHTS AND ELECTRIC
Turn the hi-beam and lo-beam on and
off to make sure they work. At the same
time, check that the taillight, brakelight,
turn signals, and hazard lights work.
Also, check the status/warning indica-
tors (reverse, neutral, hi-lo beam, turn,
and hazard) on the handlebars when you
start the ATV. Don't drive the ATV
unless all systems are working. Check
the ignition switch.
Check:
1. Hi-beam
2. Lo-beam
3. Taillight/brakelight
4. Status/warning indicators
5. Hydraulic/mechanical parking and
emergency w/brake lever lock
6. Ignition switch
OIL AND FUEL
Start with a full tank of gas before every
ride, and while you're at it, top off the
oil. Don't forget to check for fluid leaks
around the ATV.
Check:
1. Gas
2. Oil
3. Fluid leaks
! WARNING
CHASSIS
Excessive road dirt and dust can gum-up
your suspension and shocks. Clear and
clean the suspension arms, shock
springs, and fenders. Check smoothness
by turning the handlebar full-left and
full-right. Check that there is no bind-
ing, restrictions, free-play, or looseness
in steering components.
Check:
1. Suspension arms
2. Shock springs
3. Fenders
4. Steering
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
corrosion. Also, be sure to tighten any
loose parts, nuts, or bolts.
Check:
1. Air filter
2. Battery
3. Tighten parts, nuts, and bolts

First Aid and Survival

You need to prepare for the unexpected.
Emergencies and accidents are trau-
matic enough, but they're even worse
when you're not prepared for them. At
the minimum during every ATV ride,
you should have the following items on
board:
• Tools
• Water
• Identification
• First Aid Kit
• Safety Jacket
• Warning Triangle
• Registration Paper
For rides that are longer in duration and
distance, the following additional items
are recommended:
• Cellular Phone
• Maps
• Emergency Kit with Flashlight and First
Aid Kit
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
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