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Cooling System (F5/

1100 cc)

These snowmobiles are equipped with a
closed liquid cooling system for engine
cooling. The cooling system should be
inspected daily for leakage and damage.
Also, the coolant level should be checked
daily. If leakage or damage is detected,
take the snowmobile to an authorized
Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser-
vice. If not under warranty, this service is
at the discretion and expense of the
snowmobile owner.

Battery

(Electric Start)

It is extremely important that the battery
be maintained at full charge at all times
and that the battery connections be clean
and tight. If charging the battery becomes
necessary, refer to Battery sub-section in
the Maintenance section.

Jump-Starting (1100 cc)

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NOTE: Arctic Cat does not recom-

mend jump-starting a snowmobile
with a dead battery but rather to
remove the battery, service it, and
correctly charge it; however, in an
emergency, it may be necessary to
jump-start a snowmobile. If so, use
the following procedure to carefully
and safely complete this procedure.

1. On the snowmobile to be jump-started,

slide any terminal boots away.

2. Inspect the battery for any signs of

electrolyte leaks, loose terminals, or
bulging sides. Leaking or bulging
battery cases may indicate a frozen
or shorted battery.

3. Inspect the vehicle to be used for

jump-starting to determine if voltage
and ground polarity are compatible.
The vehicle must have a 12-volt DC,
negative ground electrical system.

4. Move the vehicle to be used for the

jump-start close enough to ensure
the jumper cables easily reach; then
set and lock the brakes, shut off all
electrical accessories, and turn the
ignition switch OFF.

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NOTE: Make sure all switches on

the snowmobile to be jump-started
are turned OFF.

5. Disconnect all external accessories

such as cell phones, GPS units, and
radios on both vehicles.

CAUTION

These snowmobiles are not designed
to be operated in dusty conditions.
Operating the snowmobile in dusty
conditions will result in severe
engine damage.

CAUTION

On the 1100 cc, always turn the igni-
tion switch key to the OFF position
when the snowmobile is not being
used. Leaving the ignition switch in
the ON position will result in dis-
charging the battery and possible
damage to the battery.

! WARNING

Improper handling or connecting of a
battery may result in severe injury
including acid burns, electrical burns, or
blindness as a result of an explosion.
Always remove rings and watches.

! WARNING

Any time service is performed on a bat-
tery, the following must be observed:
keep sparks, open flame, cigarettes, or
any other flame away. Always wear
safety glasses. Protect skin and cloth-
ing when handling a battery. When ser-
vicing a battery in an enclosed space,
keep the area well-ventilated.

! WARNING

If any of these conditions exist, DO
NOT attempt to jump-start, boost, or
charge the battery. An explosion
could occur causing serious injury.

CAUTION

Always make sure the electrical sys-
tems are of the same voltage and
ground polarity prior to connecting
jumper cables. If not, severe electrical
damage may occur.

CAUTION

Failure to disconnect electronic
accessories during jump-starting
may cause system damage due to
power spikes.