The Stealth 800 Cheetah ATV, whose owners’ reviews are far from rosy, is produced by a Russian company. This unit is designed as a vehicle for lovers of drive and extreme off-road. Highly qualified domestic designers worked on the design of a modern all-terrain vehicle. Almost eighty percent of the parts are produced by domestic factories. The two-cylinder power unit is also developed specifically for this model.
general description
The Stealth 800 Cheetah ATV, whose owners' reviews will be discussed below, is designed for two riders. Comfortable seats provide reliability and convenience when traveling off-road. The equipment meets all modern safety requirements and belongs to the category of high-quality Russian new products.
When creating the car, the developers tried to take into account all the wishes and recommendations of extreme driving enthusiasts. The modification is made in accordance with international requirements for such equipment, equipped with a reinforced frame and rigid suspension.
Design and safety
The Cheetah's frame is designed in such a way that the driver and passenger enjoy the ride on any road thanks to the excellent performance of the unit. The suspension unit has an increased travel (front - 255, rear - 243 millimeters), complementing the cross-country ability of the model.
The Stealth 800 Cheetah ATV, whose owner reviews prove its safety, can overcome various unsteady places and swamps. At the same time, the driver and passenger are protected from moisture and dirt by a special device and a durable windshield of the original configuration. Stability and prevention of rollover are ensured by the front axle differential lock.
Peculiarities
When downshifted, the quad can tow other equipment or climb hills with a steep slope. When developing the model, the designers provided the option of using it as a snow removal equipment. With a special blade installed, the unit is quite capable of clearing snow from a fairly large area. It is worth noting that the Stels ATV 800 GT ATV, reviews of which are not always clear, is characterized by economical fuel consumption compared to foreign analogues.
The case of the model in question is made of high-quality materials that are resistant to corrosion and temperature changes. Highly placed wiring, the variator and the air filter are well protected from flooding, as well as dirt and cobblestones. This design allows the vehicle to overcome significant water obstacles and wetlands.
Possible generator breakdowns
All generator malfunctions can be divided into two types - mechanical and electrical. Mechanical breakdowns can be identified by visual inspection of the device (cracks in the housing, wear of the tension roller or belt, delamination, etc.). To identify electrical faults, special tools are needed.
Common generator problems
Table. Damage to the electrical part of the generator.
| Malfunction, photo | Description |
| Failure of the relay regulator | The relay is responsible for the battery, preventing the generator from recharging it. Failure of the relay-regulator leads to a complete lack of charge. In this case, diagnostics is required. |
| Brush wear | The graphite brushes moving along the generator stator tracks wear out quite often. They need to be changed periodically. |
| Winding burnout | The winding on the rotor or stator may burn out as a result of overloading the device. It can also short out when exposed to moisture. |
| Bearing jamming | During the operation of the car, the alternator bearings wear out, as a result of which the generator begins to jam. This leads to a rupture of the belt and, as a result, to failure of the generator. |
Some faults are difficult to notice, so drivers come to the service center with a generator that is no longer working and a “tired” battery. Therefore, it is important to periodically diagnose the generator using a multimeter.
How to test a generator with a multimeter
Appearance
The design of the “Cheetah” is made in a beautiful original style. Drawn lines and protruding elements are combined into a single design, the yellow color scheme with black splashes makes the device aggressive, and the harmonious combination of modern solutions and expression turns it into a real design masterpiece.
The Stealth 800 Cheetah ATV, whose owners' reviews do not always agree, has a stylish, laconic instrument panel. It contains all the necessary information presented in an accessible and understandable form. The wide passenger footrest is comfortable when boarding and riding. The two-level chair allows you to move quite comfortably while enjoying the surrounding panorama. The original exterior is complemented by LED optics, providing good visibility at night. There is also a luggage compartment and the ability to install a winch.
Lost charging?
Chudnoy
Hello teammates!! I have the same problem on my Wolverine... The charging has disappeared. If you start it from the starting device, it works and drives. But it doesn't start. The light is dim.. But it seems to be running from a generator, since the battery is not even enough to start. I checked the voltage on the battery with a voltmeter. 11.3 volts If you turn on the headlights, it drops slightly, and this is with the engine running. Raising the engine speed, the voltage does not change, or even drops a little. I recently changed the battery. But it looks like a Chinese battery.
Can you advise me. Where to look for the problem? Where to go, how to check. I'm not good at electrics at all.
I am hope for your help. confused:
nadar
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AlexeyL
Hello teammates!! I have the same problem on my Wolverine... The charging has disappeared. If you start it from the starting device, it works and drives. But it doesn't start. The light is dim.. But it seems to be running from a generator, since the battery is not even enough to start. I checked the voltage on the battery with a voltmeter. 11.3 volts If you turn on the headlights, it drops slightly, and this is with the engine running. Raising the engine speed, the voltage does not change, or even drops a little. I recently changed the battery. But it looks like a Chinese battery.
Can you advise me. Where to look for the problem? Where to go, how to check. I'm not good at electrics at all.
I am hope for your help. confused:
Chudnoy
Chudnoy
Alexey33
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nadar
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Chudnoy
Chudnoy
As they explained to me, the multitester needs to be set to sound indication mode. So to speak, checking for a short circuit.
Well, in general, I throw one end to the chip, the other to ground. . no closure occurs.
A short circuit occurs if both wires are connected to the chip.
Chudnoy
Well, it looks like the winding burned out. I also noticed in the wiring that one of the wires was frayed and possibly shorted to ground. and maybe not by a lot.
Can I really repair the winding?
Chudnoy
Chudnoy
I'm back in Moscow time, and I finally removed the generator! Now I'm completely confused.
Who can tell me how to check a removed generator? There are no visible damages, blackening, scuffing or the like!
They say it was a waste of time to take it off, it was necessary to change the relay. But I checked as written above, and as far as I understand, no current is coming from the generator.
Is it possible to check the removed generator for its functionality?
Grishko Alexander
the generator had to be checked with light bulbs, as mentioned above with the engine running, if the lights are on, then the voltage regulator is 100% faulty.
The removed generator can only be measured with an ohmmeter - the resistance between any two terminals should be the same (in the region of 0.5 ohm -1 ohm), but a cheap device, as a rule, is not designed to measure such resistance, but no matter what it shows, it should be three identical values. But there is almost no sense in these measurements - but with light bulbs on a running engine, it’s a different matter :o)
Chudnoy
I took the Generator in for repairs... looked, touched, smelled, called. Verdict - He's alive!
Chudnoy
nadar
Technical specifications
Below are the main technical parameters and reviews about the Stels ATV 800 Max Efi ATV.
Characteristics:
- The power unit is a two-cylinder four-stroke V-shaped engine.
- Power – sixty-seven horsepower with a volume of eight hundred cubic centimeters and a maximum speed of 6000 rotations per minute.
- Cooling and starting - liquid/injector with electric starter.
- Transmission – all-wheel drive, cardan transmission, CVT.
- Length/width/height – 2.34/1.22/1.42 meters.
- Wheelbase – 1.53 m.
- Ground clearance - thirty-one centimeters.
- Weight – 0.36 tons.
- Fuel tank - twenty-nine liters.
- Suspension type – rear independent with a pair of levers, front – similar.
- The brake system is a disc unit.
- Tires – AT-29*9/AT-29*10 (12).
- Frame type: steel tubular structure.
ATV Stels 800D: reviews
Stels ATVs are distinguished by their bright design, safety, high characteristics declared by the manufacturer and good cross-country ability. However, many users are not very happy with this device.
There are reviews in which owners complain about the following:
- poor fixation of handles;
- unreliability of the boot fastening;
- poor overcoming of water obstacles;
- poor handling, especially on potholes and bumps;
- unreliable wiring.
Users cited an interesting design, comfortable seats and a reliable engine as advantages. These are the reviews the Stealth 800 Cheetah ATV received from its owners. The price of one unit is not so small. The new unit costs about five hundred thousand rubles. We can make allowances for the fact that this is a relatively new model and domestic developers will eliminate the identified shortcomings in the next modifications.
This is a typical winch device:
How to operate a winch.
Most advanced electrically powered winches can provide operation for utility and recreational applications even when the engine is turned off - naturally, the winch must be connected to a battery and it must be charged. The winch operates at high current and for safety you must use appropriate materials. It is also important to understand that the longer you use the winch, the more it heats up, including the cable. To ensure safe operation of this device, you must provide adequate cooling for this device. If you do not pay attention to this, problems with the winch can lead to damage to the engine, electrical wiring system, and the battery itself.
Winch monitoring and control
The winch is controlled by a switching mechanism, which can be mounted on the steering wheel and/or have a remote unit:
Remote block
Steering
How a winch reacts to load Winches are designed to handle maximum loads. The maximum pulling force occurs on the first layer of rope on the drum. That is, as the cable is wound onto the drum, the traction force will decrease. Therefore, if you are sitting very tightly and do not want to tear the winch, then it is better not to be lazy and unwind the cable to the end, even if there is something nearby to catch on. Using your winch wisely now will save you headaches later. Finally, you also need to make sure that the winch you choose and your equipment are ready to work together and, more importantly, ready for the conditions in which you intend to operate them.
Devices and equipment for working with a winch Alone, the winch is not such a panacea and does not represent anything special. But, if you use it together with special devices, the winch becomes a powerful tool both in saving equipment and for ordinary, utilitarian purposes. So, here is a list of some necessary items:
Crags . Protect the skin from burns, cuts and abrasion of the skin while working with the winch. A very important and at the same time affordable thing. Sold in almost all specialty clothing stores.
Hook tape . A piece of strong rag tape that makes gripping and handling the hook easier and safer.
Pulley hoist . One (or several) block rollers that allow you to: A) Strengthen the action of the winch as many times as the block rollers are installed; B) Change the traction direction without damaging the rope (cable).
Connecting bracket . Serves to securely connect two cables; the pin connection system allows for quick shooting.
Chain with hook . Serves as a good extension cord. Just remember that the chain requires a special block roller. And you should also remember that the chain can injure trees.
Tree protection . Typically made from abrasion-resistant nylon, this backing makes it possible to secure a support point, for example, to a tree, without damaging the tree.
Dynamic sling . A dynamic sling that is designed to pull the ATV out of a trap through the ability to stretch. Use only on stuck ATVs.
Hand tools . When using a winch and working to remove your ATV from where it is stuck, you may need tools such as a shovel, ax and/or chainsaw. Spare parts . It is very important to carry spare parts with you, both for the winch itself and for any particularly sophisticated tools that you may use in the work of salvaging your ATV. Set of tools. Must include a variety of tools. Can be used both for repairing the winch and for repairing the ATV itself. Wiring and battery recommendations .
Before each trip, you should check the battery charge and the condition of all (ideally) wires and contacts. Failure to do so may result in serious damage to the ATV, winch, personal injury or even death.
Initial training.
It's best to practice using a winch before you get stuck in real conditions. In real conditions, you will have neither time nor opportunity for training. Make sure your new rope is stretched before using it for the first time. Unwind the rope so that there are 5 turns left on the drum. Apply a load of 500 pounds (≈226 kilograms). You can achieve this load by securing the end of a rope to the length of the rope that is fully unwound and using a winch to allow the ATV to roll. This must be done on a flat surface.
Remember that using a winch correctly will help you and others around you stay safe. And perhaps the most important thing in winch technique is what you do before launching. In this chapter, we will teach you the basic technique of using a winch. Be that as it may, the analysis of the situation and the choice is yours; we do not claim that the management system we propose is absolutely correct. You must decide for yourself which strategy to choose in a given situation. Apply your knowledge to basic theory and develop it.
A few points to remember when using winches:
- Always take time to plan what to do in the current situation.
- Never rush when operating a winch.
- Use the correct equipment for the situation.
- Always wear protective gloves and do not let the rope slip in your hands.
- You, and only you, must control the rope and control block when operating the winch.
- Think about safety all the time.
- Practice, practice, and practice again and practice all the steps.
Using a winch to pull the ATV out in a straight line.
In this part we would like to tell you about extracting your ATV from a trap in a straight line.
Although pulling out not along a straight path corresponds to the basic steps, it still requires the use of additional support points and/or pulleys (ideally). Step one : put on gloves and protective equipment.
Step two : disabling the locking lever. Disabling this lever will allow you to easily unwind the cable or rope manually, saving battery power.
Step three : releasing the hook and attaching the hook tape to it.
Step four : Unwind the cable to the attachment point. Make sure you hold the cable firmly. Otherwise, it may fall out or twist, which will damage the cable. Hold the hook strap while you operate the winch.
Step Five : Install the tree guard at the anchor point.
How to choose the right attachment point - the attachment point should be located as far away as possible, because the greatest traction force is achieved with the largest arm, in our case, with a greater distance from the point to the ATV. The stability and reliability of the fulcrum is a critical point in the success of your work with the winch and, as a result, successful rescue operations.
If there are no decent footholds nearby, but you are working with a group of ATVs, yours, or your friend's ATV, may provide a sufficient foothold. Using chain hoists will make the work of evacuating the ATV easier. In very extreme cases, you can use the “anchor” technique, that is, drive a piece of iron reinforcement or other similar object into the ground to a sufficient depth.
Step six : finally connect the fulcrum and the winch. This can be done in different ways, in this case (shown in the picture) you need to use a connecting bracket to connect the hook of your cable and the protective tape.
Step seven : switch the locking lever to the locked position.
Step Eight : Connect the control panel and the winch itself directly.
Step Nine : Pull the cable tight. Using the control panel, slowly tighten the cable.
Step Ten: Check your fulcrum. Make sure that all connections function properly and are not twisted or bent.
As you may have already noticed, there are many things to pay attention to. Think about what you will do, what you will do if the situation gets out of your control. Operating a winch is so important that you should definitely practice using it BEFORE you find yourself in a sticky situation to avoid the stress and headache caused by a broken winch. Now let's get back to our steps.
Step Eleven: Check that the cable is installed correctly in the winch.
Step Twelve : Check the driving path to eliminate unwanted obstacles in the driving path.
! What to look for before starting - make sure that the cable lies flat on the drum, as indicated on the warning sign on the winch. Make sure your ATV is in neutral, the brakes are not applied, and definitely not in park (if it has one). Be patient, take your time, and let the winch do its job. This will prevent shock loads on the winch, which could damage the cable and winch.
Step thirteen: Make sure there are no people in the area of suspected risk. Because if the situation gets out of control, they may get hurt. Step fourteen: Starting to winch. Along with the tension of the winch, you should apply light gas. Make sure that the rope or cable is laid evenly on the drum. When using a winch, the main direction of movement is indicated by it; you can only slightly correct the movement of the equipment, which is why it is important to initially set the correct course.
Step fifteen: To restore equipment. When you can control the ATV safely, your winch job is done. Now check the functionality of your ATV and disassemble all the connecting links, assemble the winch and additional equipment.
! How to remove the winch without unnecessary pressure. Keep the rope under light pressure, make sure that the rope is positioned correctly on the drum, to do this, move the guide hand from side to side, leaving some distance in order to secure the hook somewhere. If you don't have a hook strap, use or make a similar device yourself. NEVER put your fingers into the winch drum, even to adjust the cable; it is better to unwind it and do it all over again. And now a little jeeper trick. As I said above, for maximum efficiency (coefficient of efficiency) you need to unwind the cable as much as possible, so, jeepers often unwind the cable and secure it to the bumper or other similar place, so that when you need it, you can just take it one end, and run the entire length of the cable. True, it is necessary for the co-pilot to monitor the unwinding of the cable, and, if anything happens, help remove it. Note ed.)
Additional techniques.
Increased power. To increase power, you can use a simple system of block rollers, or pulley blocks. One block roller doubles the strength of your winch, and the block roller also allows you to change the direction of pulling of the ATV. The technique for using pulley systems was given above by Tramp, so I will not go into details of using roller systems.
Signals given by a partner when working with a winch.
Adviсe.
- Check the rope/cable before and after each trip. If the rope/cable has received any damage, it must be replaced immediately.
- If you are using synthetic (Kevlar) rope, then you should read the Synthetic Rope User's Guide to become more familiar with the nuances of working with Kevlar rope.
- Replace the cable if it:
- stretched by 25% or more
- if the wires are damaged
- if you find melted areas on the cable
- Keep your winch and cable clean, using a clean towel to remove dirt.
- Continued use of a winch will greatly drain your battery, so you must keep an eye on your battery's charge levels. It is also important to check all electrical wiring.
- Check your control panel for damage, make sure it is sealed and clean, and do not allow dirt to get on the contacts
- Do not use cable lubricant.
- During operations carried out at air temperatures below zero degrees, you will need to warm up the winch: release and reel in 5-6 meters of cable.
- When storing, the switch should be in the active cable collection position, this will help to avoid some consequences.
- This basic guide cannot tell you about all possible situations, so after each specific situation you must analyze the experience gained, your mistakes, and find new subtleties in this seemingly simple matter. Happy using!
Translation was done by: Gandi , edited and made readable by: kvadromanual.com
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