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CAMSO ATV R4S FOR ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES ATV R4S: 1099-01-1317 USER MANUAL 2017...
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It is the user's responsibility to abide by these terms of use. CAUTION: The way in which the ATV R4S Track System by Camso, formerly Camoplast Solideal, is used is directly linked to the longevity of the system components. Sportive driving, rapid direction changes and repeated fast turns (more specifically on power steering vehicles) are not advised.
• This document is an integral part of the System. Pass it along to any new System owner. Thank you for choosing the Camso ATV R4S • Consult the legal authorities of the area where Track System, (hereinafter referred to as the you drive your ATV equipped with the System "System").
Rear right CAUTION: Do not remove the warning sticker from the frame. If a sticker is damaged, have it replaced by an authorized Camso dealer. User Manual - Users must read the User Manual before attempting to operate a vehicle equipped with a Track System.
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ATV equipped with the Carrying a passenger, a load or attaching a tow can Camso ATV R4S System by Camso. It is cause the ATV to be less stable, and affectability. mandatory that every user takes the time to...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • A BAD break-in period can generate smoke, odors of burned rubber as well as plastic deposits on the sprocket and/or the frame. HINTS AND TIPS • Before leaving for an excursion, make sure to WARNING bring with you the following: 13 mm, 15 mm, 16 Driving a vehicle equipped with Track Systems is mm, 17 mm, and 19 mm wrenches and sockets,...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEEP DESCENTS DESCENDING AND BEING STUCK IN REVERSE CAUTION: It is not advisable to change direction CAUTION: If the rear Track Systems get stuck in the during steep descents. This can lead to a serious snow, avoid moving or towing the vehicle in reverse malfunction of the ATV’s steering system and Track to ease it from its position, as this could lead to a Systems.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRIVING OVER A STEEP RIDGE DRIVING OVER AN OBSTACLE TALLER THAN 30 cm [12 in] CAUTION: It is not advisable to attempt to drive over an obstacle, such as a tree trunk, big rock or steep CAUTION: It is not advisable to attempt to drive ridge that could lodge itself between the front and over an obstacle taller than 30 cm [12 in], such as a the rear Track Systems and immobilize the vehicle.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LOCATION OF TOWING CABLE TOWING A VEHICLE OUT OF THE SNOW CAUTION: If your vehicle must be towed out of the CAUTION: If your vehicle must be towed out of the snow, do not secure the towing cable on the Track snow, never tow it in the direction in which you were Systems.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS OFFSETS ON VEHICLE Installation of a Track System on a vehicle creates TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS offsets in length, height and width. The offsets are illustrated in the figure below and their dimensions Refer to the exploded views at the end of the are specified in the accompanying table.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Before each measurement, temporarily apply light pressure to the front of the track to make sure that it stays flat on the ground. CAUTION: After the first use of the vehicle, the adjustment settings (track tension, alignment and •...
ADJUSTMENTS • Position a flat bar on top of the rear wheels of the front Track System and measure from the ground up to the flat bar as shown on Figure 8. Figure 9 • Loosen the nut (3) compressing the spring of the stabilizing rod.
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ADJUSTMENTS • Turn stabilizing arm nut to adjust length of rod end (1) and get rubber cone (2) to apply light pressure on anti–rotation retainer (3). Figure 15. Figure 12 • IMPORTANT: Double-check minimum distance between nut and stabilizing Figure 15 arm guide.
ADJUSTMENTS ALIGNMENT Adjustment Method To adjust the ATV’s steering system, first loosen Parallelism must be adjusted with the ATV on the coupling rod nuts (1), then screw or unscrew the ground, driving the vehicle forward about 3 coupling rod (2) an equal number of revolutions meters [10 ft.] and measuring toe–in distance.
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ADJUSTMENTS Measure A: Measure the distance inside the front Measure B: Measure the distance inside the rear ends of the front Track System frames. See ends of the front Track System frames. See Figures 19, 20 and 21. Figures 22, 23 and 24. Figure 19 Figure 22 Figure 23 (Distance inside front frames - rear end)
ADJUSTMENTS TRACK TENSION • After having adjusted the tension and verified cam positions, re-tighten both wheel shaft bolts to 50 N-m (37 lb-ft) of torque. • Loosen both tensioner side wheel shaft bolts (1), enough to allow tensioner cams (2) to turn. Figure 25.
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• Lower rubber track tension provides better traction, a smoother ride and better fuel economy. NOTE: The track tension testing tool shown below in Figure 31 can be purchased through an authorized Camso dealer. Part #2000-00- 3125. Figure 31 Figure 32 Final Check Ride at slow speed on a distance of about 1.5 km...
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Camso recommends not using a brake WARNING cleaning solvent to clean the track system. This may damage sealing components and stickers. Do not insert hands or feet into or near the System unless the engine is off, and the vehicle is The maintenance schedule has been established stopped with the security brake engaged.
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE - TASKS Track • Tension: Perform or check track tension on the • Inspect: Component(s) must be examined systems according to the manufacturer’s with care. If an anomaly is noticed, the recommendations. Refer to “Rubber Track malfunctioning component(s) must be repaired Tension”...
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Replace components if damaged. SPECIAL TOOLING Sprockets Wheel Extractor • Wear: Check wear of sprockets on the Systems. Replace if wear is too great. Refer to Camso Part Number: 2000-00-1050 “Wear” in the Maintenance section on page 23. Anti-rotation • Lubrication: maintenance chart recommends cleaning and lubricating the anti- rotation arms.
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For vehicles operating in abrasive conditions, recommendations for optimal lubrication. used commercially industry, Camso NOTE: Use a grease designed for operation in cold recommends pouring 5 cc of oil under wheel temperature extreme caps, at every maintenance interval. This will help environments.
MAINTENANCE REFERENCE “E” LUBRICATION OF STABILIZING ARM GUIDES - RIGID SUSPENSION STABILIZING ARM LUBRICATION Apply spray lubricant to the Stabilizing Arm guide Clean and apply spray lubricant all around and the threaded shaft, on Track Systems with an Stabilizing Arm compression spring and over its anti-rotation mechanism designed for vehicles entire length.
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MAINTENANCE Anti-rotation 134 mm Wheels Verify wear on interior guidance strip (1) of 134- Verify wear on Stabilizing Arm ball joint (1) to mm wheels. If internal plastic structure is visible make sure that it is not seized or too loose. (Fig.
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MAINTENANCE 200 mm Wheels Sprocket Verify wear on contact band (1) of 200-mm Check wear on Sprocket by measuring sprocket Wheels. The wheel must be replaced if the teeth as illustrated on Figure 42. Replace surface is worn out, cracked or has holes in it. A sprocket if dimensions are less than 19 mm.
7) Damage resulting from faulty repairs, improper ® Camso ATV R4S System, the user agrees that the maintenance or any unauthorized changes made to the present form is applicable and exclusive, that they System other than those specified by the manufacturer...
ADDRESS : 4162, rue Burrill, Local A Shawinigan (Québec), Canada G9N 0C3 PHONE : FAX : WEB SITE : www.camso.co HEREBY DECLARE THAT THE PRODUCT SERIES: PRODUCT : ATV R4S Track system CUSTOMER : IS IN CONFORMITY WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS: NUMBER : TITLE: DATE:...
PATENTS PATENTS The Camso ATV R4S System is covered by the following patents: • CA 2 405 908 • CA 2 493 181 • CA 2 822 562 • CA 2 825 509 • CA 2 552 119 (inventor: Jean Després) •...
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W, 7/16X1.0X0.072, 8, ZP, USS ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION CAMSO ATV R4S MY2017 :: FRONT STABILIZING ROD - ATV 7001-00-7535 S-KIT STABILIZING ROD - ATV / S-KIT BRAS STABILISATEUR - ATV SHORT ANTI-ROTATION ROD / TIGE ANTI-ROTATION COURTE 1033-AS-0025 STABILIZING ROD SHORT BOLT KIT / ENS.
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PARTS LIST ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION CAMSO ATV R4S MY2017 :: REAR STABILIZING ROD - ATV 7001-00-7226 S-KIT STABILIZING ROD - ATV / S-KIT BRAS STABILISATEUR - ATV SHORT STABILIZING ROD / BRAS STABILISATEUR, COURT 1033-AS-0025 STABILIZING ROD SHORT BOLT KIT / ENS. BOULON COURT BRAS STAB.
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DESCRIPTION CAMSO ATV R4S MY2017 :: STICKER KIT 7083-00-3084 S-KIT, STICKER ATV R4S - 1 TRACK / COLLANT ATV R4S - 1 CHENILLE BUBBLE LEVEL / NIVEAU À BULLE STICKER / COLLANT -- CAMSO ATV R4S STICKER, FRONT LEFT PICTOGRAM / DÉCALQUE PICTOGRAMME AVG STICKER, FRONT RIGHT PICTOGRAM / DÉCALQUE PICTOGRAMME AVD...
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