Operator`s manual

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SECTION 10
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION should be observed when operating in win-
ter conditions and a drop in temperature occurs. Snow
and slush accumulation in the track could freeze, re-
sulting in damage to the track system. Slush, snow
and ice accumulation 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. Fail-
ure 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 fills 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 sec-
tion 5.7.1 of this manual for additional information on
safe operation on ice-covered water.
10.3.2 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. How-
ever, for deep snow conditions, the Super Track system will
outperform the standard track system.
10.3.3 Super Tracks
Super Tracks provide the maximum “flotation” available for
the Argo. They are very effective in deep snow, swamp and
muskeg.
Care must be used while traveling over uneven ground con-
ditions. The extra width of the segments can lead to the
segments tipping to one side on the tire to such an extent
that the tire guide forces the tire bead off the rim. In an
extreme case, the tire guide may be bent in when run over by
a tire and puncture the side wall of another tire, destroying
it. SUPER TRACKS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR
TRAVEL OVER LOGS, STUMPS OR ROCKS.
10.4 ICE CLEAT KIT (Part Nos. 625-20 & 825-20)
ARGO ice cleats are stamped steel cleats that bolt to the outer
edges of the Super Track segments to grip on hard pack snow
and ice to improve traction and stopping.
Make sure all passengers riding in an Argo equipped
with ice cleats are informed to keep hands, feet and
clothing inside the vehicle, well away from the tracks
and ice cleats while the Argo is in motion. Serious
injury or death could result from getting caught by the
ice cleats.
Installing Argo ice cleats or any other traction device
on the in-board side of the track segment, close to the
lower body, may cause damage to the lower body if
contact results while the vehicle is being driven.
10.5 OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET
(Part No. 617-00)
The outboard motor bracket accepts gasoline or electric out-
board motors of up to 9.9 horsepower. Long shaft models
are recommended to avoid cavitation during operation. When
selecting an outboard specifically for the Argo, consider a
light-weight 4 to 5 h.p. model for ease of handling, installa-
tion and adequate propulsion. When traveling on land it is
recommended that the outboard motor be transported safely
in the rear compartment of the Argo.
Deformation of the body components adjacent to the
outboard motor bracket may occur when outboard mo-
tors are left installed in hot temperatures. Caution
should be observed when turning an outboard motor
equipped Argo on land. Since the rear of an Argo swings
sideways during a turn, the motor could strike a per-
son or object causing injury or damage.
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING