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USING THE ATV WITH TRACKS

Always follow the ATV manufacturer's safety rules and

regulations regarding, for exemple passengers
transportation, maximum loads, ect.

It is the driver’s responsibility to follow the recommended
schedules maintenance further described in this manual.

Summary of Contents for TATOU 4S ATV

Page 1: ...User Manual 1099 01 1005 VERSION B TATOU 4S ATV Track System Original notice Other languages translation available at www camoplast com...

Page 2: ...om Website www camoplast com 2008 and TM are trademarks of Camoplast Inc All rights reserved 2010 Camoplast Inc Printed in Canada IMPORTANT Please read carefully each part of this document as well as...

Page 3: ...SITUATIONS 7 INSTALLATION REMOVAL AND RE INSTALLATION 13 ADJUSTMENTS 17 INSTALLATION OF A RUBBER TRACK 27 BREAK IN PERIOD 30 REPLACEMENT OF A WHEEL WITH EXTRACTOR 31 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 33 TORQUE TAB...

Page 4: ...our ATV will change with the installation of the System It is important to take the time to become familliar with the Systems Before each ride make sure that all the wheels and moving parts of the sys...

Page 5: ...llow the ATV manufacturer s safety rules and regulations regarding for exemple passengers transportation maximum loads ect It is the driver s responsibility to follow the recommended schedules mainten...

Page 6: ...se the vehicle to get stuck GENERAL INFORMATION All figures information or photos presented in this document are up to date at the time of publication However they may change without notice Read and f...

Page 7: ...you to obtain any additional information You may also consult the Camoplast Web site at www camoplast com and call our technical support line at 1 866 533 0008 or by email at atvtracksystems camoplas...

Page 8: ...ng of obstacles and turns can result in tipping or roll over and can cause severe injuries Carrying a passenger a load or attaching a tow can cause the ATV to be less stable and affect driveability Un...

Page 9: ...t only reliable but safe However there are risks inherent to driving an ATV equipped with the System It is therefore very important that any driver familiarizes himself with proper driving techniques...

Page 10: ...t is strongly recommended that the safety guidelines provided below are followed to prevent any accidents and serous malfunctions that could affect the occupants the vehicle or to the track systems fo...

Page 11: ...his can lead to a serious malfunction of the ATV s steering system and track systems During a steep descent it is advisable to keep the handlebar in a forward direction and to begin turning when the A...

Page 12: ...se to ease it from its position as this could lead to a malfunction of the systems If possible move it in the forward direction to free it from the snow It is advisable to remove the snow from the top...

Page 13: ...TUATIONS Towing a vehicle out of the snow WARNING If your vehicle must be towed out of the snow never tow it in the direction in which it sank Tow the vehicle in the direction of the trail it left as...

Page 14: ...d unloading it from a truck WARNING When a vehicle is being loaded into or unloaded from a truck box it is extremely important to ensure that the front tracks do not grip the locking gudgeons of the t...

Page 15: ...ridge WARNING It is not advisable to attempt to drive over an obstacle such a tree trunk a big rock or a steep ridge that could lodge itself between the front and the rear track systems and immobiliz...

Page 16: ...ed with the System for installation instructions dedicated to your ATV model When the system is removed and when the wheels are rein stalled on vehicle make sure that you reinstall all the com ponents...

Page 17: ...suspension arms or anti rotation bars attached to the skid plate when the ATV rides on wheels he can result from it grave damages in the vehicle Never leave components other than the skid plate and f...

Page 18: ...track system Figure 1 Leave anchor bracket attached to the stabilizing rod Remove track systems Re install wheels At the rear on an independent suspension Same procedure as the front At the rear on a...

Page 19: ...ubs Re install track systems at the rear and secure stabilizing rod to anchor bracket for rigid axle Re install track systems at the front Tighten the fasteners in an alternate crosswise pattern to th...

Page 20: ...the following Loosen the nut 1 compressing the spring of the stabilizing rod refer to Figure 3 Figure 3 Set steering handles straight ahead Temporarily apply pressure to the front of the track to make...

Page 21: ...gure 5 until the flat bar reaches 254 6 mm above the ground For right hand side rotating the wrench towards A makes the system rotate towards C while rotating the wrench towards B makes the system rot...

Page 22: ...E In certain rare cases where the adjustment of the nut arti cle 1 on Figure 6 compressing the spring is close to the end of the threaded rod lengthen the assembly by loosening the locknut article 3 o...

Page 23: ...ing with wobbling effect at high speed An adjustment of less than 254 mm measured with the flat bar gives harder steering and more stability at high speed More spring preload compression not recommend...

Page 24: ...orm the following Vehicles with rigid axle or trailing arm suspension Loosen the nut 1 compressing the spring of the stabilizing rod see Figure 8 Set the nut 2 to obtain a distance of 10 mm as shown T...

Page 25: ...e stabilizing rod refer to Figure 9 Turn the nut 2 until it comes in contact with both rubber damper and bracket 3 Then compress the rubber damper by turning the nut 2 one turn Turn the nut 1 until it...

Page 26: ...ing rear track systems More gap at the rubber bushing gives better obstacle climb and flotation capacity on powder snow while moving forward Compressing the rubber bushing gives better obstacle climb...

Page 27: ...in distance refer to Figure 11 NOTE Every time the measurement has to be verified drive in reverse then drive forward again on about 3 m Figure 11 To perform adjustments on the ATV first unlock the n...

Page 28: ...uts of the track tensioner Adjust track tension A force of 11 kg positioned as shown should produce a deflection of 19 mm refer to Figure 14 Figure 13 The tool 1 used on the figure 14 can be bought in...

Page 29: ...etracking and reduces drive ratcheting for severe use only A lower rubber track tension provides better performance better rolling and better fuel economy recreational use Final check Ride at slow spe...

Page 30: ...surface or on a suitable lift device Turn off the engine Proceed as follows Set rubber track tension to the minimum refer to Figure 15 Figure 15 Remove the two 201 mm wheels opposite to the track ten...

Page 31: ...e 16 Install the rubber track refer to Figure 17 NOTE Compare with the other rubber tracks to find the correct orientation Figure 17 Re install 201 mm wheels If working on rear track systems re instal...

Page 32: ...If possible modify a screwdriver blade as shown on the picture to facilitate the task of inserting the wheels on their shafts Otherwise use a No 2 Phillips screwdriver Figure 18 Adjust track tension R...

Page 33: ...dors of burned rubber as well as plastic deposits on the sprocket and or the frame Break in period Speed Commentaries Verify the tension of the tracks readjust if needed Verify the vehicle alignment 1...

Page 34: ...e 1 Figure 19 and the following procedure to make the replacement Figure 19 Remove the rubber cap of the wheel If the wheel is retaining by a bolt unscrew it and remove the wheel If there is no bolt u...

Page 35: ...ENT OF A WHEEL WITH EXTRACTOR Place the extractor under the wheel as shown on Fig ure 20 Then screw the threaded rod to remove the wheel Figure 20 Insert the new wheel on the shaft until it reaches th...

Page 36: ...and water and inspecting all bearings once a year please note that bearings cannot be re greased like snowmobile bearings If they need to be serviced replace the wheel completely Some of the component...

Page 37: ...34 TORQUE TABLE TORQUE TABLE STORAGE The best way to store the System is to lay down each frame on its side away from direct sunlight Bolt N m M8 8 8 25 M10 8 8 50 M10 10 9 70 M12 10 9 125...

Page 38: ...l plastic structure is visible the rubber coating is worn and the wheel must be replaced as illus trated figure 22 2 or when the wear of the wheel s rolling band reaches a thickness of 17 mm figure 23...

Page 39: ...36 WEAR Figure 22 Figure 23...

Page 40: ...stem Figure 24 Track Verify the wear of the track by inspecting the rolling path the driving lug the profile and the internal and external condition of the track s carcass Make sure that the track s i...

Page 41: ...Anti rotation Verify the wear of anti rotation system mainly at the ball joint figure 26 to make sure that it is not seized or extremely loose Ball joint damage could harm the performance of the track...

Page 42: ...nty specifically excludes any damage or breakage to the ATV and related defects on the ATV whether or not these were caused or believed to be caused by the System The manufacturer is not responsible f...

Page 43: ...nents or parts are guaranteed only to the extent of the original warranty in other words if a warranted part was replaced after five 5 months the new replacement part will only be guaranteed for seven...

Page 44: ...alignment of the system Correct the system alignment Refer to the ajustment section of the manual Wheel blocked Try to free the wheel and replace if necessary Constant turn Vary your turning radius an...

Page 45: ...42 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION The following pictures show the location of the serial numbers on the track system frame and rubber track Figure 27 Figure 28...

Page 46: ...distributor is unable to solve a problem related with the System you may contact the Camoplast support team from Monday to Friday Camoplast Inc 1701 3rd Avenue Grand M re Qu bec J1X 0E6 CANADA E maill...

Page 47: ...acks Systems COSTUMER WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS NUMBER TITLE DATE EN 62079 Preparation of Instruction 2001 EN 12100 1 2 Safety of Machinery 1996 EN 17050 1 2 Conformity Assessment 2005 AND IN CONFO...

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Page 49: ...10 9 YZN M12x1 75x30 1 27 1049 00 0007 SELF TAPPING SCREW YNZ 12 24x1 5 4 28 1050 00 0016 SLIDE BUSHING 1 29 1051 00 0015 TENSIONNER BUSHING 1 30 1051 00 0037 INTERNAL SPACER 1 31 1071 00 0001 HEX NUT...

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Page 51: ...SCR W WASH 30x3 8 8 YZN TL 9S 1026 M10x1 5x25 6 21 1033 10 2030 HEX SCR W WASH 25x2 8 8 YZN TL 9S 1026 M10x1 5x30 4 22 1033 12 7030 HEX SCR W WASH 40x7 10 9 YZN M12x1 75x30 1 23 1049 00 0007 SELF TAP...

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Page 53: ...HEX THIN NUT ISO 4035 DIN 439 8 YZN M12x1 25 1 14 1074 10 0001 HEX FLANGE NYLON INSERT ISO 4161 DIN 6923 8 YZN M10x1 5 1 15 1080 00 0002 200 LBS IN COMPRESSION SPRING 1 16 1093 00 7007 RUBBER DAMPER 1...

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