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CAMSO ATV R4S Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
CAMSO ATV R4S TRACK SYSTEM
FOR ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES
1099-01-1353

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL CAMSO ATV R4S TRACK SYSTEM FOR ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES 1099-01-1353...
  • Page 2 Please read carefully each part of this document as well as model specific Installation Guidelines prior to assembling, installing and using the Track System. CAUTION: The ATV R4S Track System by Camso is designed for installation on vehicles 500 cc and under. Use of the System in applications other than those recommended by Camso may result in a warranty claim denial.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................1 SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    However, during normal operating conditions, matter where or in what conditions, get there and vehicle speed should be reduced compared to a back safely with your Camso track systems. wheeled vehicle. Ready to benefit from optimal traction, mobility, stability, and flotation? Let’s go make tracks!

  • Page 5: Safety

    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.
  • Page 6 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 affect usability mandatory that every user takes the time to of the vehicle.

  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    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 bring with you the following: 13 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, 17 mm, and 19 mm wrenches and sockets, WARNING long-nose locking pliers, a ratchet wrench with 2...
  • Page 8 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 steering system and Track to ease it from its position, as this could lead to a Systems.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 EXCEEDING THE ANTI- ROTATION STROKE ON ROUGH TERRAIN CAUTION: Never exceed anti-rotation stroke of front or rear Track Systems. System or vehicle failure may occur. Camso recommends always riding on terrain that fully supports the Track System.

  • Page 12: Specifications

    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 The table below contains the recommended torque are specified in the accompanying table.

  • Page 13: Adjustments

    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: Track System adjustments must be verified after first use on the vehicle, and then at •...

  • Page 14: Angle Of Attack - Rear Systems

    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 7. Figure 8 • Loosen nut (3) compressing stabilizing rod spring.
  • Page 15 ADJUSTMENTS • Loosen jam nut (1). Turn stabilizing arm (3) to adjust length of rod end (2) so that rubber cone (4) applies light pressure on anti–rotation retainer (5). Figure 14. Figure 11 • IMPORTANT: Double-check minimum distance between nut and stabilizing arm guide.

  • Page 16: Alignment

    ADJUSTMENTS TRACK SYSTEM REMOVAL CAUTION: Leaving anti-rotation anchor Dimension A must be equal to or greater than brackets attached to the suspension arms, after dimension B without exceeding 3 mm [1/8 inch]. having removed the Track Systems, could cause interference which might damage the vehicle. Remove all Track System anti-rotation mechanism components installed on the vehicle before A - B = 0 to 3 mm [1/8 inch]...
  • Page 17 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 18, 19 and 20. Figures 21, 22 and 23. Figure 18 Figure 21 Figure 22 (Distance inside front frames - rear end)

  • Page 18: Track Tension

    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 24.

  • Page 19: Tracks - Installation Direction

    Rear track: can be installed in both direction. See Figure 33. NOTE: The tension testing tool shown below in Figure 30 can be purchased through an authorized Camso dealer. Part #2000-00-3125. Figure 30 Figure 33 Figure 31 Final Check Ride at slow speed on a distance of about 1.5 km...

  • Page 20: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE Store the System by laying down each frame on its side, away from direct sunlight. Figure 34. CAUTION: Contaminants can alter and corrode the moving parts of the Track System during storage. It is strongly recommended to perform the prescribed maintenance before storing the Track System.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 22 MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Some of the repair or maintenance • Bolt Torque: Check the torque of critical bolts tasks require petroleum-based identified in the exploded views of the system. products, such as oils or greases, that should not Refer to the central pages of the User Manual. be handled directly with unprotected hands.
  • Page 23 “Wear” Wheel Extractor Maintenance section on page 25. Replace if wear is too great. Camso Part Number: 2000-00-1050 • Cracks: Visually inspect the frames for presence of cracks or defects that can impair proper operation of the Track Systems. Replace components if damaged.

  • Page 24: Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION WHEEL SEALS WHEELS HUB SEAL HUB - SPEED SLEEVE ANTI-ROTATION ARM ROD END...
  • Page 25 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION REFERENCE “B” The maintenance chart on page 18 includes Camso recommends pouring 5 cc of oil under lubrication maintenance to perform on the wheel caps, at every maintenance interval. This Track Systems. Refer following will help minimize presence of contaminants and recommendations for optimal lubrication.
  • Page 26 MAINTENANCE REFERENCE “D” LUBRICATION OF STABILIZING ARM GUIDES - RIGID SUSPENSION LUBRICATION OF HUB SPEED SLEEVE Apply spray lubricant to the Stabilizing Arm guide Apply 1.5 to 2 cc of grease over the entire width and the threaded shaft, on Track Systems with an and circumference of the hub Speed Sleeve.

  • Page 27: Wear

    MAINTENANCE WEAR Track Wear external profile impacts track Rubber Dampers (Stabilizing arms) performance directly. Important wear on profiles means less traction. Replace track if you notice a Check wear and damage on rubber dampers (1) significant loss of performance. Verify internal (1) mounted on the stabilizing arms.
  • Page 28 MAINTENANCE 200 mm Wheels 134 mm Wheels Verify wear on interior guidance strip (1) of 134- Verify wear on contact band (1) of 200-mm mm wheels. If internal plastic structure is visible Wheels. The wheel must be replaced if the (Fig.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE CORRECTION Remove any debris which could prevent Presence of debris in the system proper operation of the system Severe and localized wear of a wheel (flat Replace part spot) Remove the ice/snow build-up. Storing the vehicle at temperatures higher than 0 °C might be required Frozen sprocket or wheel...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE CORRECTION Wheel(s) blocked Try to free the wheel. Replace if necessary Correct system alignment. Incorrect Track System alignment Adjustments section in the User Manual Overheating of system guiding components (burned Vary your turning radius and seek areas Constant turns rubber odor) which can lubricate the system...

  • Page 31: 2-Year Limited Warranty

    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...

  • Page 32: Ce'' Declaration Of Conformity

    MANUFACTURER: Camso Inc. 4162, rue Burrill, Local A, Shawinigan (Québec), Canada G9N 0C3 ADDRESS: www.camso.co WEB SITE: HEREBY DECLARE THAT THE PRODUCT SERIES: ATV R4S Track System PRODUCT: CUSTOMER: IS IN CONFORMITY WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS: NUMBER: TITLE: DATE: IEC/IEEE 82079-1...

  • Page 33: Environment

    Track Systems come to the end of their life. PATENTS The Camso ATV R4S System is covered by the following patents: • CA 2 405 908 • CA 2 493 181 • CA 2 822 562 •...

  • Page 34: Torque Specifications

    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FRONT SYSTEMS...
  • Page 35 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS REAR SYSTEMS...
  • Page 36 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TORQUE THREAD LOCKER 50 N-m - REAR - INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION 70 N-m 70 N-m 75 N-m 40 N-m TORQUE THREAD LOCKER 50 N-m - REAR - RIGID SUSPENSION 50 N-m...

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