2008 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 12Get this manual

2008 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 12

Periodic Maintenance This section has been organized into sub-sections which show common maintenance procedures for the Arctic Cat ATV=NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of new gaskets, lock nuts, and seals and lubricating all internal components when servicing the engineltransmission=NOTE: Some photographs and illustrations used in this section are used for clarity purposes only and are not designed to depict actual conditions=NOTE: Critical torque specifications are located in Section 1
Battery
After being in service, batteries require regular cleaning and recharging in order to deliver peak performance and maximum service lifeThe following procedure is recommended for cleaning and maintaining lead-acid batteriesAlways read and follow instructions provided with battery chargers and battery products
Anytime service is performed on battery, the following must be observed: keep sparks, open flame, cigarettes, or any other flame awayAlways wear safety glassesProtect skin and clothing when handing batteryWhen servicing battery in enclosed space, keep the area well-ventilatedMake sure battery venting is not obstructed