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SECTION 11
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
of the track pin from the vehicle side of the track. Once
started, pull the pin out of the segment with Vise Grip.
4. Pull the track off the top of the tires and drive the vehicle
out of the tracks.
11.3.5 Operating Precautions (All Track Systems)
An Argo equipped with tracks has a reduced carrying capacity
in water (See Section 1.4.1). Refer to Section 5.6 of this man-
ual for additional information on safe operation in water.
Do not use the Argo in water when equipped with tracks unless
it is also equipped with an outboard motor. The tracks do not
propel the Argo in water.
CAUTION should be observed when operating in winter
conditions and a drop in temperature occurs. Snow and
slush accumulation in the track could freeze, resulting
in damage to the track system. Slush, snow and ice ac-
cumulation should be cleared from the axles and track
periodically to prevent build-up.
CAUTION should be observed when using any track
system on an Argo. Make sure the steel connecting pins
are properly secured in each track segment. Failure to
secure the track pins in the segment can result in lower
body damage if the track pin moves out of the segment
toward the lower body.
EXTREME CAUTION must be observed when using
the track systems on icy surfaces. Steering and braking
effectiveness will be reduced. Reduce speed.
EXTREME CAUTION must be observed when cross-
ing ice-covered water. The vehicle may sink if it breaks
through the ice surface and lls with water. Make sure
drain plugs are securely in place and do not overload
the vehicle. Should the vehicle break through the ice,
attempt to back the vehicle out, taking care that water
does not enter the engine compartment. Refer to section
5.7.1 of this manual for additional information on safe
operation on ice-covered water.
11.3.6 Standard Tracks
Standard Tracks are intended to extend the use of the Argo so
that it can be driven over softer terrain conditions such as mud,
swamp, muskeg and snow. The standard track system is well
suited for a wide variety of terrain conditions. However, for
deep snow conditions, the Super Track system will outperform
the standard track system.
11.3.7 Super Tracks
Super Tracks provide the maximum “otation” available for
the Argo. They are very effective in deep snow, swamp and
muskeg.
Care must be used while traveling over uneven ground condi-
tions. The extra width of the segments can lead to the seg-
ments tipping to one side on the tire to such an extent that the
tire guide forces the tire bead off the rim. SUPER TRACKS
ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR TRAVEL OVER LOGS,
STUMPS OR ROCKS.
11.3.8 625-50 & 825-50-1 Rubber Tracks
Rubber tracks provide the same otation as Super Tracks.
They are a highly durable belt track design constructed of
rubber. This system has low rolling resistance.
11.3.9 Installation Instructions (625-50 & 825-50-1
Rubber Track Systems)
1. Install the Hinge Assembly as described in the 625-50 or
825-50-1 Rubber Track Kit instructions.
2. Install axle extension and extension studs to the wheel
hubs following the guidelines as described in 11.3.2 of
this section.
3.
Tires must be checked for size and installed in a specic
order as shown in section 11.3.2. step 7.
4. Remove the air from the front and rear tires.
Installing The Tracks To The Vehicle
IMPORTANT
BEFORE INSTALLING THE RUBBER
TRACK SYSTEM, IT IS CRITICAL THAT
TIRE SIZING IS PERFORMED AND THE
TIRES INSTALLED AS SHOWN IN THE
CHART (Figure 11-7). PLEASE REVIEW AND
ENSURE YOU HAVE FOLLOWED THE PRE-
VIOUS INSTRUCTION BEFORE PROCEED-
ING WITH THE FOLLOWING:
5. Lay the two assembled tracks on the oor.
6. Drive the vehicle forward onto the tracks leaving ap-
proximately 8" extending past the front tires.
7. Pull the remaining track around the rear tire and forward
to the front of the vehicle.