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SECTION 11
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
Figure 11-2
.
Deflated tires into track
Figure 11-3. Positioning on wheel hubes.
6. Re-inflate tires (to between 10 and 20 psi) until tracks are
no longer loose. (But no less then 10 psi tire pressure.)
(Figure 11-4).
7. These tires grow fairly dramatically with increased air
pressure:
The circumference of the tire is:
68.5" at
0 psi
70.2" at
5 psi
71.5" at
10 psi
72.4" at
15 psi
74.5" at
20 psi
DO NOT OVER INFLATE! Too much track tension can
damage bearings and axle housings.
Figure 11-4. Re-inflating tires.
11.3.2 Operating Precautions
An Argo Titan equipped with rubber tracks (958-88) has a re-
duced capacity when operating in water or over frozen bodies
of water and when equipped with All-Season tracks (849-150),
load capacity is significantly reduced in water or over frozen
bodies of water. Tracked Argo models have a reduced capacity
on land. Refer to Section 1.4.1 of this manual for additional
information on operating capacities.
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 guides and backing
plates are properly secured in each track. Failure to
secure them can result in lower body damage.
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 will 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. Ice must be thick enough to support the
fully loaded vehicle.
