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SECTION 2
GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION
4. Do not mount any heavy fixtures to the upper body with-
out support to the vehicle frame. The added weight may
cause body deformation that could result in the tires rub-
bing through the body.
WARNING
The rear compartment capacity of all 6 wheel
ARGO vehicles is 65 kg. (140 lbs.) MAXIMUM.
Exceeding this weight limitation will decrease the
stability of the vehicle on inclines and increase
the possibility of rolling over backwards when
climbing a grade.
Do NOT exceed this weight in
the rear compartment.
Make sure all passengers riding in an ARGO
equipped with tracks and ice cleats are informed
to keep hands, feet and clothing inside the vehi-
cle, 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.
2.4 FUELING THE VEHICLE
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can explode
under certain conditions. Do not add fuel while
the engine is running or hot. If fuel is spilt in, on
or around the vehicle, wipe it up immediately. Flush
out any fuel spilt in the vehicle with water and al-
low it to drain out through the drain plug holes.
Do not smoke when filling the fuel tank.
Use clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline in all models of the
ARGO. Minimum 87 octane fuel is recommended.
Leaded gasoline can be used as a substitute fuel. However, if
leaded gasoline is used, the engine will require more fre-
quent servicing.
Never use gasoline containing methanol or white gas since
engine or fuel system damage could occur.
All models of the ARGO are equipped with a 32 litre (7.0
Imp. Gal., 8.4 U.S. Gal.) “see-thru” polyethelene fuel tank
located underneath the driver’s seat. depending on loading
and driving conditions, an ARGO can be driven for 7 to 12
hours on one tank of fuel. Verify your vehicle’s actual fuel
consumption
before
attempting any long trips. Never travel
in remote areas or set out on long trips
without
a full tank of
fuel and adequate spare fuel stored in approved watertight
fuel containers.
The fuel filler neck and fuel cap are located on the right side
of the vehicle behind the driver’s seat. Replace the fuel cap
if fuel leakage occurs, or if moisture is detected in the fuel.
Use ARGO Part No. 126-46 fuel cap.
Never fill the tank to the point where the fuel level rises into
the filler neck. If the tank is overfilled, heat may cause the
fuel to expand and overflow through the vent.
Portable fuel containers may contain contaminants (dirt, wa-
ter, etc.) that will cause engine operating problems. Use only
clean, approved gasoline containers.
After filling the fuel tank, be sure the fuel cap is replaced
securely. Do not drive the vehicle unless the fuel cap is prop-
erly in place.
Never use untreated gasoline that has been stored for
more than 45 days.
Stale gasoline can cause gum de-
posits to form in the fuel lines and carburetor. these de-
posits clog the fuel system and cause engine starting and
operating problems.
When storing the ARGO for 45 days or more, use ARGO
Part No. 125-85 Fuel Stabilizer to treat fuel in the fuel
tank and fuel containers.
2.5 VENTED FUEL SYSTEM - ALL MODELS
All ARGO models have fuel systems that are vented through
a special hose connected to the filler neck assembly that runs
along the upper body to a fitting at the left rear.
When installing the Handrail Kit, Convertible Top Kit or
Outboard Motor Bracket; Since the fuel vent hose runs
along the under side of the upper body, care must be taken
when drilling mounting holes. The fuel vent hose could
be pierced during the drilling process, resulting in a dan-
gerous fuel leak into the vehicle and a costly repair pro-
cedure.
WARNING
WARNING
