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SECTION 10
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
CAUTION
WARNING
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 accu-
mulation should be cleared from the axles and track pe-
riodically to prevent build-up.
CAUTION
should be observed when using any track sys-
tem on an Argo. Make sure the steel connecting pins are
properly secured in each track segment. Failure to se-
cure 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 ef-
fectiveness will be reduced. Reduce speed.
EXTREME CAUTION
must be observed when crossing
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, at-
tempt 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 opera-
tion 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 out-
board motor bracket may occur when outboard motors
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 dur-
ing a turn, the motor could strike a person or object caus-
ing injury or damage.
CAUTION
CAUTION
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