CFMoto ATV CF800-2 4x4. Service Manual - part 5

Pre-Ride Checklist

Item

Remarks

See Page

Air

 

filter

Inspect

, 

clean

110

Air

 

box

 

sediment

 

tube

Drain

 

deposits

 

whenever

 

visible

Headlamp

Check

 

operation

126

127

41

Brake

 

light

/

tail

 

lamp

Check

 

operation

Riding

 

gear

Wear

 

helmet

,

gloves

,

protective

 

clothing

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Operation

Starting the Engine
Starting a Cold Engine

WARNING

Engine

 

exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can cause loss of consciousness resulting

 

in severe injury or death

.

Never run an engine in an enclosed area

.

CAUTION

Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine damage

.

Allow the engine to 

warm up for several minutes before operating the vehicle

.

Starting a Cold Engine

1. 

Apply the rear brake pedal

.

2. 

Turn ignition switch to

“      ”，

turn stop switch to

“ 

ON

 ”.

3. 

Shift gear selector into the neutral position.

NOTE

When the gear selector is in neutral position

,

if indicator light on dashboard does not come on

,

ask

 

your dealer to inspect its electric circuit or adjust gear

-

shifting system

.

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Operation

Engine can be started in any gear if rear brake pedal is applied

.

However it is recommended to shift

 

into neutral or park before starting the engine

.

4.Completey close throttle lever and start the engine by pushing the start switch.

If the engine fails to start

,

release the start switch

,

then push the start switch again

.

Pause a few

 

seconds before the next attempt

.

Each cranking should be as short as possible to preserve battery

 

energy

.

Do not crank the engine more than

 10 

seconds on each at tempt

.

If

 

the battery is discharged

,

disassemble the battery to recharge

. 

5.

Continue warming up the engine until it idles smoothly before starting the

 

ATV

.

CAUTION

See the

“

Break

-

In

 

Period

”

section prior to operating the engine for the first time

. 

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Operation

Gear selector operation and reverse driving

CAUTION

Before shifting

,

you must return the throttle lever to the

 

closed position and stop the

 

ATV

. 

Otherwise

,

the

 

transmission may be damaged

.

Shifting：Neutral to High

1. Return the throttle lever to the closed position and stop

 

the

 

ATV

.

2. Push the button at the right side of gear selector

,

then

 

shift to High by moving the gear selector along the shift 

guide

.

NOTE

Make sure that the gear selector is completely shifted into position

.

3. Open the throttle lever gradually

.

Shifting：High to Low

1. 

Return the throttle lever to the closed position and stop the

 

ATV

 

completely

.

 2. 

Apply the rear brake pedal

,

shift to

 

Low by moving the gear selector along the shift guide

.

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①

Operation

Shifting： Low to High

1. 

Return the throttle lever to the closed position and stop the

 

ATV

 

completely

.

2. 

Push the button at the right side of gear selector

,

then shift to High by moving the gear selector

 

along the shift guide

. 

Shifting: Neutral(N) to Reverse

®

;

NOTE

The gear selector cannot be shifted into reverse

(

R

) 

without

 

applying the rear brake

.  

1 .

Return the throttle lever to the closed position and stop the

 

ATV

 

completely

.

2.  Apply the rear brake pedal

,

push the button at the right side

 

of gear selector

.

3. Shift the gear from neutral

(

N

) 

to reverse®

 

by moving the

 

gear selector along the shift guide

. 

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①

Operation

NOTE

When in reverse

,

the reverse indicator light should be on

.  

The indicator light should be on in accordance with actual gear position

,

if the light does not come

 

on

,

ask your dealer to inspect

. 

Due to the synchronizing mechanism in the engine

,

the light may not come on until

 

ATV

 

starts

 

moving

. 

①
①

①

a

b

c

4. Check behind for people or obstacles

,

then release the rear brake pedal

.

5. Open the throttle lever gradually and continue to watch rear while moving backward

.

WARNING

When you shift into reverse

,

make sure there are no obstacles or peois safeple behind you

.

When it

 

is safe to proceed

,

go slowly

. 

shifting：Reverse to Park

1. Return the throttle lever to the closed position and stop the

 

ATV

 

completely

.

2. 

Apply the rear brake pedal.

3.Shift from reverse to park by moving the gear selection along the shift guide.
The others gear selection refer to Page 70.

 

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Operation

HAULING CARGO

WARNING

Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may 
cause loss of control or brake instability. Always follow these precautions when hauling cargo:

Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
Reduce speed.
When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving co-

nditions.

Weight distribution in the rear rack should be as far forward and as low as possible. Carrying a high 

load raises the center of gravity and creates a less stable operating condition. Reduce load weight 
when cargo is high. When handling off-centered loads that cannot be centered, secure the load and

 operate with extra caution.

All loads must be secured before operation. Unsecured loads may shift and create unstable oper-

ating conditions. which could result in loss of control of the vehicle. Always be sure that the rear rack

 is lowered.

 

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Operation

When

 

operating with loads extending beyond the rack. Stability and maneuverability may be adv-

ersely affected

,

causing the machine to overturn

.

Carrying a load on only the front rack or the rear rack may cause an imbalanced condition and inc-

reases

 

the possibility of vehicle overturn. Balance loads proportionally between the front rack and

 the rear rack,

 

but do not exceed the stated load capacity.

Use extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that

 may require backing down- hill.

  

Always attach the tow to the hitch point.

The vehicle should never exceed 10 mph

 (

16 km/h

) 

while towing a load on a level surface

.

Vehicle

 

speed

 

should never exceed 5mph

 (

8 km/h

) 

when towing loads in rough terrain

,

while cornering

,

or

 

while

 

ascending or descending a hill.

Do not obstruct the headlight when loading the front rack.

Load Distribution

Your ATV has been designed to carry or tow a certain amount of load. Always read and understand

 the load

 

distribution warnings listed on the warning labels, and never  exceed the specified weights.

 

Cargo weight should be mounted as low as possible. When operating over rough or hilly terrain,

 reduce speed

 

and cargo to maintain stable driving conditions.

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Operation

1. Always load the cargo as far forward as possible.
2. Always operate the vehicle with extreme caution whenever hauling or towing loads. Balance, 

handling, and

 

control may be affected.

3. Slow down.

 

Driving Safely

Driving Procedures

1. Sit upright with both feet on the footrests and both hands on the handlebars.

2. Start the engine and allow it to warm up, apply the brakes, then shift the transmission into gear.

 

3. Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel.

4. Release the brakes.

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Operation

5. Slowly depress the throttle with your right thumb and begin driving. Vehicle speed is controlled by

 the amount of throttle opening.

6. Drive slowly.

 

Practice

 

maneuvering

 

and

 

using

 

the

 

throttle and brakes on level surfaces.

 

Making Turns

To make a turn, steer in the direction of the turn, leaning

 your upper body to the inside of the turn while supporting 

your weight on the outer footrest. This technique

 

alters

 

the balance of traction between the wheels, allowing 
turn to be made smoothly. The same leaning technique

 should be used for turning in reverse.

NOTE

Practice making turns at slow speeds before attempting to

 turn at faster speeds.

WARNING

Turning at sharp angles or at excessive speeds can result 

in vehicle overturn and lead to serious injury. Avoid turning at sharp angles.
Never make turns at high speeds.

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Operation

Driving on Slippery Surfaces

Whenever riding on slippery surfaces such as wet trails or loose gravel, or during freezing weather, 
follow these precautions:
1. Slow down when entering slippery areas.
2. Maintain a high level of alertness, reading the trail and avoiding quick, sharp turns which can

 cause skids.

 

3. Correct a skid by turning the handlebars in the 
direction of the skid and shifting your body weight

 forward.

4. Driving with AWD engaged can assist in controlling 
the vehicle in slippery areas.

CAUTION

Severe damage to drive train may occur if the AWD

 is engaged while the wheels are spinning

.

Always engage AWD when the wheels have traction

 or are at rest.

WARNING

Failure to exercise care when operating on slippery surfaces can result in loss of tire traction and

 cause loss

 

of control, accident, and serious injury or death.

 

Never apply the brakes during a skid.

 

Do not operate on excessively slippery surfaces. Always reduce speed and use additional caution.

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Operation

 

Driving Uphill

Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions:
1. Always travel straight uphill.

2. Avoid steep hills (22

 

maximum

) .

3. Keep both feet on the footrests.
4. Shift your weight forward.
5. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening.
6. Remain alert and be prepared to take emergency action. This may
include quick dismounting of the vehicle.

If all forward speed is lost:

Keep your weight uphill.

Apply the front brake. When fully stopped, apply rear brake as well, then shift gear selector into park

 position.

If the ATV begins rolling backwards:

Keep your weight uphill. Never apply engine power. Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards

.

Apply the front brake. When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, and then shift gear selector

 into park

 

position.

Dismount on uphill side, or to either side if ATV is pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV around and

 remount,

 

following the procedure described on page 81

.

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Operation

WARNING

Braking and handling are greatly affected when operating in hilly terrain. Improper procedure could 

cause

 

loss of control or overturn and result in serious injury or death.

 

Avoid climbing steep hills (22

 

maximum

) .

Use extreme caution when operating on hills, and follow proper operating procedures outlined in the

 owner s manual.

Sidehilling

WARNING

Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills can result in

 

loss of control or vehicle overturn, resulting

 in severe

 

injury or death. Avoid crossing the side of a hill when

 

possible. Follow proper procedures

 as outlined in the owner s manual.

 

Sidehilling can be a dangerous type of driving and should be 

avoided if at all possible. If you do enter into a

 

situation where sidehilling is necessary, follow these 

precautions:

1. Slow down.
2. Lean into the hill, transferring your upper body  weight toward the hill while keeping your feet on 

the

 

footrests.

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Operation

 

3.Steer slightly into the hill to maintain vehicle 

directions.

NOTE

If the vehicle begins to tip, quickly turn the front

 wheel downhill, if possible, or dismount on the

 

uphill side immediately!

 

Driving Downhill

Whenever descending a hill, follow these precautions:
1. Proceed directly downhill.

2. Shift your weight to the rear of the vehicle.

3. Slow down.
4. Apply the brakes slightly to aid in slowing.

Familiarize yourself with operation of the auxiliary

 

 

rear brakelever

.

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Operation

WARNING

Excessive speed can cause loss of control and lead to serious injury or death

.

Always operate slowly

 

when traveling downhill.

Turning Around on a Hill

WARNING

Improper hill climbing procedures could cause loss of

control or overturn and result in serious injury or death.

Avoid climbing steep hills (22

 

maximum

) .

Use extreme caution when operating on hills, 

and follow

 

proper operating procedures outlined

in the owner s manual. If the vehicle stalls while 
climbing a hill, never back it down

 

the hill! 

One maneuver that can be used when it s necessary

 

to turn around while climbing a hill is the K-turn:

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Operation

1. Stop and shift the gear selector lever to the parking position while keeping body weight uphill.

2. Shut off the engine.

3. Dismount on the uphill side of the vehicle, or on the left if the vehicle is pointing straight uphill.

4. Staying uphill of the vehicle, turn the handlebars full left.

5. While holding the brake lever, shift the gear selector lever to the low gear position and slowly allow

 the vehicle to roll around to your right until it’

 

s pointing across the hill or slightly downward

.

6. Shift the gear selector lever to the parking position and remount the vehicle from the uphill side,

 keeping

 

body weight uphill.

7. Restart the engine, while holding the brake lever, shift the gear selector lever to low gear position.

8. Release the brake and proceed slowly, controlling speed with the brake, until the vehicle is on more

 level ground.

 

Driving Through Water

Your ATV can operate through water with a

 maximum recommended depth equal to the
 bottom of the footrests . Follow these proc-

edures when operating through water:

1. Determine water depths and current before

 crossing.

2. Choose a crossing where both banks have

 gradual inclines.

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Operation