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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 WARNING according to the guidelines and agreement with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Operating this ATV if you are under Read this manual carefully.
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Arctic Cat dealer for a replacement. tions. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARN- For your safety, it is important to under-...
Arctic Cat able service. Be sure, as the owner/opera- ATV, be sure to use only GENUINE tor of an Arctic Cat ATV, to become ARCTIC CAT PARTS, OIL, AND thoroughly familiar with its basic opera- ACCESSORIES.
Arctic Cat ATV dealer. No transportation charges, rental charges, or inconvenience costs will be paid by Arctic Cat. The warranty is validated upon examination of said parts by Arctic Cat or an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer. Arctic Cat reserves the right to inspect such parts at its factory for final determination if warranty should apply.
At the time of sale, an ATV Rider Training Certificate and Owner Registration form is to be completed by the selling dealer and consumer. The receipt of the form by Arctic Cat is a condition precedent to warranty coverage. It is the selling dealer’s responsibility to retain and/or submit appropriate copies of the form to the appropriate place(s) to initiate war- ranty coverage.
Manual. Arctic Cat recommends the retention of all receipts covering maintenance performed on the ATV, but Arctic Cat cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance on the emission control system.
Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty Arctic Cat Inc., P.O. Box 810, Thief River Falls, MN 56701 (hereinafter referred to as Arctic Cat) warrants that this new Arctic Cat ATV manufactured on or after January 1st, 1997: A. Is designed, built, and equipped so as to conform at the time of initial purchase with all applicable regulations of the California Air Resources Board and B.
Arctic Cat warrants to the original retail purchaser, and each subsequent purchaser, that all U.S. EPA- certified Arctic Cat ATV’s are designed, built, and equipped to conform to all U.S. EPA Emission Control Regulations. Please read the following information completely.
EMC Directive 97/24/EC Date of Issue: June, 1997 EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Date of Issue: May, 2006 Issued by European Commission. Type of Equipment: All-Terrain Vehicles Brand Name: Arctic Cat Model: 500 4x4 700 TBX 4x4 700 Mud Pro 1000 4x4...
• Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this manual. Practice turning at slow speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at excessive speed. • Always have the ATV checked by an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer if it has been involved in an accident.
ATV Safety Alert The Consumer Product Safety Commis- * Never carry a passenger on an ATV. Carrying a passenger may upset the sion has concluded that ALL-TERRAIN balance of the ATV and may cause it VEHICLES (ATV’s) may present a risk to go out of control.
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.
Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this information before rid- ing. 2258-133 Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites, voyez votre détaillant de autorisé VTT Arctic Cat pour le numéro de pièce 2436-150 ou 2436-151 (TBX seule- ment). Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not ! WARNING...
The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the ATV. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Arctic Cat ATV dealer for a replacement. NOTE: The location and content of labels on the ATV you have purchased may differ from those shown on this page.
They should then regularly practice the skills learned in the course and the operating techniques described in this Operator’s Manual. For more information about the training course, contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or call 1-800-887-2887 (U.S.) or 1-613-739-1535 (Canada).
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Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV’s tires are designed for off-road use only, not for use on pavement. Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV and may cause the ATV to go out of control.
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Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV after or while consuming alcohol or drugs. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could seriously affect your judgment. Could cause you to react more slowly. Could affect your balance and perception. Could result in an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV.
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Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating the ATV on unfamiliar terrain. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can come upon hidden rocks, bumps, or holes without enough time to react. Could result in the ATV overturning or going out of control.
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Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATV could go out of control, causing a collision or rollover. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this Operator’s Man- ual. Practice turning at slow speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Do not turn at excessive speed.
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Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating on steep hills. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The ATV can overturn more easily on steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities.
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Never modify the ATV through improper installation or improper use of accesso- ries. All parts and accessories added to this ATV should be genuine Arctic Cat ATV components designed for use on the ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions.
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Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets, roads, or highways. WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street, road, or highway, even a dirt or gravel one. In many states it is illegal to operate an ATV on public streets, roads, or highways.
Warnings ! WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the ATV with differential lock engaged. WHAT CAN HAPPEN The increased steering effort and reduced maneuverability caused by the locked differential could result in loss of control and an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed 10 MPH (16 KPH) with the differential lock engaged.
Prevention Overview Gloves Your hands are targets for flying objects When using an ATV, prevention is the and branches. Along with providing skin name of the game. “Had you only protection, gloves will shield your hands known” something could go wrong, you from harsh weather.
Prevention 1. Tires and Wheels Helmets should have one of these: 2. Controls and Cables 1. DOT label 2. Snell label 3. Lights and Electric 3. ANSI Z90.1 label 4. Oil and Fuel 5. Chassis 6. Miscellaneous Items 1. Tires and Wheels Correct tire pressure is crucial.
Prevention B. Throttle 5. Chassis The throttle should have a free, smooth Grass and leaves can gum-up your suspen- range of motion. If it seems to “stick” at sion and shocks. Clear and clean the sus- any point, refer to the General Mainte- pension arms, shock springs, and fenders.
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Prevention Tools Cellular Phone Routine maintenance will generally elim- It may be necessary to make an urgent inate the need for emergency repairs. phone call. Riding on rough terrain could cause loos- Maps/GPS (Global ening of nuts, bolts, and fasteners. Espe- Positioning System) cially on long rides, carrying the right Maps may be unnecessary when you’re...
Active Riding Overview “Active Riding” is the second part of “P.A.S.S.” It involves an understanding 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.
Sound Judgment Overview 9. Do you tailgate other drivers when you think they’re driving too slow? You are not invincible. Knowing that the first “S” in “P.A.S.S.” stands for “Sound Never Sometimes Often Judgment” means you need to use yours. Do you consider yourself to be pretty 10.
Sound Judgment The thing about terrain is that sometimes Trail Signs you don’t know it’s changed until you get there. Whether it’s familiar or not, check out your surroundings before and during your ride. Night Riding Riding at night can be very hazardous. Obstacles and other hazards (that are eas- ily identified during daytime) are much more difficult to see and avoid.
Sound Judgment Other Vehicles ATV Maintenance Depending on where you’re riding, you You have to maintain your ATV. The might encounter other ATV’s, bikes, or General Maintenance section of this motor vehicles on public lands. Respect Operator’s Manual tells you about taking the presence of cars if you’re crossing care of your ATV.
Sound Judgment Load Capacity Ratings ! WARNING Arctic Cat ATV Load Capacity Ratings POTENTIAL HAZARD ITEM Specifications Overloading the ATV or carrying or tow- (lb) (kg) ing cargo improperly. Max Load Capacity WHAT CAN HAPPEN Max Load Capacity - TBX...
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Sound Judgment Your Physical Condition Your physical condition is critical to safe TESTIMONIAL operation. Don’t ride when DOCUMENT#: X46481A1 extremely tired and consider your health CITY/STATE: LAUREL, MS SEX: M when planning longer rides. AGE: 25 BODY PART: ALL PARTS BODY Don’t ride: DATE ACCIDENT: 6-25-93 1.
Sound Judgment SIPDE By themselves, none of these safe behav- iors and sound judgments will go very far. But when you put them all together... when you’re paying attention to how you feel, when you’re monitoring the move- ments of your ATV, and when you’re constantly evaluating your environment, then you’re practicing SIPDE.
16 operate your ATV. don’t know what they’re doing. Unless they’ve had over a year of experience with Arctic Cat and the ATV Safety Institute ATV riding or taken an ATV training recommend that all ATV operators ride the course, it’s your responsibility to keep...
Location of Parts and Controls FI016H FI025C 739-569D 1. Battery 14. Throttle Lever 2. Headlights 15. DC Power Outlet 3. Hand Brake Lever 16. Taillight/Brakelight 4. Power Distribution Module 17. Operator’s Manual Location 5. Radiator Access Panel 18. Headlight HI/LO Switch 6.
ATV Operation Basic Operating CAUTION Maneuvers Do not run the starter motor for more than eight seconds per starting Active riding and basic maneuvers are attempt. The starter motor may over- the foundation of your ATV ride. Without heat causing severe starter motor basic skills, it’s impossible to move to damage.
! WARNING NOTE: The high range is for nor- Use only Arctic Cat approved brake mal riding with light loads. The low fluid. Never substitute or mix differ- range is for carrying heavy loads or ent types or grades of brake fluid.
Leaning, Weight Shift, Handling the ATV and Balance (Active Riding When you turn, the trick is to move for- Techniques) ward and slide over to the side of the seat that’s on the inside of the turn. Support Active riding involves moving your body. your body weight on the outside footrest.
ATV-0046 ATV-0039 ATV-0045 ATV-0040 1. Ease off the throttle as you approach the turn to slow down. 2. Use the principles of leaning, weight shifting, and balancing—shift your body weight to the inside of the turn. 3. You might have to lean into the turn more than you do in a wide turn.
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ATV-203 1. Ease off the throttle as you approach the turn to slow down. 2. Turn the handlebar, shift your weight, and balance at the same time as you enter the turn (use the principles of leaning, weight shifting, and balanc- ing—shift your body weight to the inside of the turn).
7. Let the ATV roll to your right side 3. If you lose speed, quickly shift to a until it faces slightly downhill. lower gear. At the same time, release the throttle (so your front tires don’t 8. Reapply the brakes. lift), OR 9.
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1. Keep your speed low and consistent. 2. Shift all your body weight to the uphill side of the seat; also, support your weight on the uphill footrest. 3. Steer like you’re driving into the hill. 4. If the ATV feels like it’s tipping, turn the handlebar downhill.
3. Keep your hand off the brake until the 6. Lean forward and release the throttle emergency is over and you’re back in when the front tires clear the obstacle. control. 7. Keep your body loose to absorb any Crossing Obstacles shock.
Sometimes your ATV may not respond 3. Make sure you have a way out on the and goes straight ahead instead of letting other side of the water. you turn. Here’s how to handle it: 4. If you get stuck in the sludge or mud, 1.
2. If the tires are frozen to the ground, NOTE: After riding through water, pour warm water around them to melt mud, snow, or slush, it is important the ice. to dry both brake systems before parking the ATV. CAUTION ! WARNING Before riding, manually move the ATV...
GZ001C These numbers are required by the dealer to complete warranty claims properly. No warranty will be allowed by Arctic Cat if the VIN or ESN is removed or mutilated in any way. Always provide the ATV name, Vehicle...
Drive Select Switch 700/1000 ATV-0056 OFF position — All electrical circuits FI475A except the accessory plug are off. The engine will not start. The key can be removed in this position. NOTE: The accessory plug is pow- ered by the battery at all times. ON position —...
NOTE: The brake lever lock must Lever Lock lock the wheels. If it doesn’t, take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for service. ! WARNING Always check to be sure that the brake lever lock has been disengaged before operating the ATV.
1. Loosen the jam nut. NOTE: This ATV has safety interlock switches which prevent the starter 2. Turn the throttle limiter screw clock- motor from activating when the trans- wise to decrease engine RPM maxi- mission is not in neutral. To start the mum or counterclockwise to increase ATV while in gear, depress the rear foot engine RPM maximum.
Do not code. If the code continues to be dis- operate the ATV with an EPS malfunc- played, take your ATV to an autho- tion code displayed. rized Arctic Cat Dealer for EPS system servicing before resuming operation. Code Fault Description...
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NOTE: Take the ATV to an autho- NOTE: Clock memory power is rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have supplied through the 15-amp acces- the error corrected and the system sory fuse and verified during gauge error reset as soon as possible.
CAUTION There is an oil level stick for checking the engine oil level. To check the oil Arctic Cat does not recommend level, use the following procedure. using a pressure washer to clean the radiator core. The pressure may bend ...
Seat Latch Cargo Box Latch Handles (TBX) AL676A 739-569B 1. To remove the seat, lift up on the 1. To raise the cargo box, rotate either latch release (located at the rear of the handle upward; then raise the cargo seat);...
10 mph. Avoid sudden accelerations and stopping of the ATV. Arctic Cat ATV’s are equipped with a Do not make quick maneuvers. Avoid frame-mounted receiver for a standard uneven surfaces and do not tow on 5.1 cm (2 in.) receiver hitch.
Also, not recommended are racing, CF324 vegetable, non-detergent, and castor- based oils. The recommended oil to use is Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic engine oil, which has been specifically formulated for use in this Arctic Cat engine. Although Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic...
At the discretion and expense of the owner/operator, the ATV ! WARNING may be taken to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for this initial service. Do not attempt sudden stops or put yourself into a situation where a sud- New ATV’s and renewed ATV engines...
I=Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary T=Tighten R = Replace C = Clean * 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.
FI476 damage is detected, take the ATV to an 2. On the 700/1000, lift the front of the authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for ser- access panel; then slide the panel for- vice. Also, the coolant level should be ward to disengage the two rear tabs.
Maintenance the snorkel housing. When operating in muddy conditions, it is extremely important to clean the radiator core frequently. Arctic Cat requires inspecting and/or flushing the radiator core before each use to prevent overheat- ing resulting in severe engine damage.
Spring CAUTION Position Setting Load Force Continued operation of the ATV with Soft Light high engine temperature may result in engine damage or premature wear. NOTE: High engine RPM, low vehi- cle speed, or heavy load can raise engine temperature.
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Inspect the oil for any signs of metal filings or water. If found, take the ATV 7. Start the engine (while the ATV is to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV outside on level ground) and allow it dealer for servicing.
If Brake Fluid found, take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have the brake Check the brake fluid level in the brake hoses replaced. fluid reservoir. If the level in the reser-...
NOTE: Take the ATV to an autho- 2. Remove both front wheels. rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for this 3. Inspect the four tie rod boots for service. cracks, tears, or perforations. Protective Rubber 4.
NOTE: Optional battery charging adapters are available from your The battery is located under the seat. authorized Arctic Cat dealer to con- After being in service, batteries require nect directly to your vehicle from the regular cleaning and recharging in order recommended chargers to simplify the maintenance charging process.
A white or dark insulator indicates that the engine may need to be serviced or the carburetor may need to be adjusted. Consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer if the plug insulator is not a light brown color. To help prevent cold weather fouling, make sure to thoroughly warm up the engine before operating.
3. Tighten the jam nut against the throt- tle cable adjuster securely; then slide the rubber boot over the adjuster. Air Filter The air filter inside the air filter housing must be kept clean to provide good engine power and gas mileage. If the ATV is used under normal conditions, service the filter at the intervals specified in the Mainte- nance Schedule.
NOTE: Foam Air Filter Cleaner and 1. Place the ATV on a level surface. Foam Air Filter Oil are available from Arctic Cat. 2. Remove the drain bolt from the cover and allow the water to drain out. 5. Squeeze the element by pressing it between the palms of both hands to remove excess solvent.
If proper tools and related items are not available, have this maintenance per- ! WARNING formed by an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or a qualified tire repair station. Wait until the muffler cools to avoid burns.
CAUTION When replacing the headlight bulb, be careful not to touch the glass por- tion of the bulb. Grasp the new bulb with a clean cloth. Taillight/Brakelight To replace the taillight/brakelight bulb, use the following procedure. CF104 1. Rotate the socket counterclockwise 2.
If the new fuse blows after a short ATV-0070 period of use, consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer immediately. NOTE: There should be an average operating load on the ATV when NOTE: To remove the fuse, com- adjusting the headlight aim.
Start the engine and is fully charged (see Battery section allow it to idle; then using Arctic Cat in this manual). Engine Preserver, rapidly inject the 9. Store the ATV indoors in a level posi- preserver into the air filter opening tion.
Preparation after Storage Taking the ATV out of storage and cor- CAUTION rectly preparing it will assure many miles and hours of trouble-free riding. Arctic Before installing the battery, make Cat recommends the following procedure sure the ignition switch is in the OFF to prepare the ATV.
Record this number in the space provided for reference if you ever need a new key. Record the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering parts from your authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen.
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