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Electrical System

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NOTE: Certain components and sensors can be

checked by using the EFI diagnostic system and digi-
tal gauge (see EFI Diagnostic System in this section
for more information).

This section has been organized into sub-sections which

show procedures for the complete servicing of the Arctic

Cat ATV electrical system.

SPECIAL TOOLS

A number of special tools must be available to the techni-

cian when performing service procedures in this section.

Refer to the current Special Tool Catalog for the appro-

priate tool description.

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NOTE: Special tools are available from the Arctic

Cat Service Department.

Electrical Connections

The electrical connections should be checked periodi-

cally for proper function. In case of an electrical failure,

check fuses, connections (for tightness, corrosion, dam-

age), and/or bulbs.

Battery

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NOTE: Preliminary checks may be performed on

this component using the diagnostic mode on the
LCD gauge (see EFI Diagnostic System in this sec-
tion).

After being in service, batteries require regular cleaning

and recharging in order to deliver peak performance and

maximum service life. The following procedure is rec-

ommended for cleaning and maintaining a sealed battery.

Always read and follow instructions provided with bat-

tery chargers and battery products.

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NOTE: Refer to all warnings and cautions provided

with the battery or battery maintainer/charger.

Loss of battery charge may be caused by ambient temper-

ature, ignition OFF current draw, corroded terminals, self

discharge, frequent start/stops, and short engine run

times. Frequent winch usage, snowplowing, extended

low RPM operation, short trips, and high amperage

accessory usage are also reasons for battery discharge.

Maintenance Charging

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NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of the CTEK

Multi US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 for battery
maintenance charging. Maintenance charging is
required on all batteries not used for more than two
weeks or as required by battery drain.

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1. When charging a battery in the vehicle, be sure the

ignition switch is in the OFF position.

2. Clean the battery terminals with a solution of baking

soda and water.

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NOTE: The sealing strip should NOT be removed

and NO fluid should be added.

3. Be sure the charger and battery are in a well-venti-

lated area. Be sure the charger is unplugged from the

110-volt electrical outlet.

4. Connect the red terminal lead from the charger to the

positive terminal of the battery; then connect the

black terminal lead of the charger to the negative ter-

minal of the battery.

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NOTE: Optional battery charging adapters are avail-

able from your authorized Arctic Cat dealer to con-
nect directly to your vehicle from the recommended
chargers to simplify the maintenance charging pro-
cess. Check with your authorized Arctic Cat dealer
for proper installation of these charging adapter con-
nectors.

5. Plug the battery charger into a 110-volt electrical

outlet.

6. If using the CTEK Multi US 800, there are no further

buttons to push. If using the CTEK Multi US 3300,

press the Mode button (A) at the left of the charger

until the Maintenance Charge Icon (B) at the bottom

illuminates. The Normal Charge Indicator (C) should

illuminate on the upper portion of the battery char-

ger.

Description

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Diagnostic Harness