Arctic Cat Cougar Service Manual page 479

OFF-SEASON STORAGE
with a note to remind you to remove the rag
before restarting the engine next season.
12. Remove the drive belt (Figure 3) and store
it on a flat surface.
13. Remove and service the primary and secon-
dary sheaves as described in Chapter Thirteen.
Replace worn or damaged parts as required.
14. Clean the driven shaft (jackshaft) thor-
oughly.
15. Reinstall the primary and secondary
sheaves. Tighten the bolts to the torque specifi-
cation listed in Chapter Thirteen.
16. Install and secure the belt shield.
WARNING
Some fuel may spill in the following pro-
cedure. Work in a well-ventilated area at
least 50 feet from any sparks or flames,
including gas appliance pilot lights. Do
not smoke in the area. Keep a fire extin-
guisher handy.
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17. Using a suitable siphon tool, siphon fuel out
of the fuel tank and into a gasoline storage tank.
18. When the fuel tank is empty, remove the
drain plug (Figure 4) on each carburetor and
drain the carburetors. Wipe up spilled gasoline
immediately.
19. Protect all glossy surfaces on the chassis,
hood and dash with an automotive type wax.
20. Raise the track off the ground with wooden
blocks. Make sure the snowmobile is secure.
21. Cover the snowmobile with a heavy cover
that will provide adequate protection from dust
and damage. Do not cover the snowmobile with
plastic as moisture can collect and cause rusting.
If the snowmobile has to be stored outside, place
the entire vehicle off the ground on blocks.
Removal From Storage
Preparing the snowmobile for use after stor-
age should be relatively easy, if proper storage
procedures were followed.
1. Remove the plug from the end of the muffler.
2. Adjust track tension as described in Chapter
Three.
3. Inspect the drive belt for cracks or other ab-
normal conditions. Reinstall the drive belt as
described in Chapter Thirteen.
4. Check the chaincase oil level. Refill as de-
scribed in Chapter Three. If the oil was not
changed before storage, change the oil as de-
scribed in Chapter Three.
5. Check and adjust drive belt tension.
6. Check the coolant level and refill if necessary.
7. Check all of the control cables for proper
operation. Adjust as described in Chapter Three.
8. Fill the oil injection tank. If the tank was dry
or if a hose was disconnected, bleed the oil pump
as described in Chapter Ten.
9. Electric start models-Check the battery
electrolyte level and fill with distilled water as
necessary. Make sure the battery has a full
charge. Recharge if necessary. Clean the battery
terminals and install the battery. Connect the