Entering Water; Driving Procedures In Water; Driving Out Of Water; Outboard Motor Bracket - Argo 6 x 6 Vanguard Operator's Manual

DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS
Figure 5-2. Tightening and locking the drain plugs
Figure 5-3 Outer bearing flange sealing area
Always observe the recognized rules of boating while
traveling in water.
5.6.1 Entering the Water
The point of entry should be free of rocks, stumps and other
obstacles. Enter the water from a firm, gradual slope when-
ever possible. With the wheels partially submerged but still
in contact with the bottom, stop and check thoroughly for water
entering the lower body.
If a leak is detected, drive back onto shore. Drain the vehicle
and repair the leak before re-entering the water.
If the body of water must be entered from a steep slope or
uneven terrain, back the vehicle into the water. With the en-
gine and transmission weight concentrated in the front of the
vehicle, the rear is lighter and floats higher.
Be careful not to submerge the bumper as you enter the water.
With the bumper submerged, water can enter through the open-
ings in the upper body.
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5.6.2 Driving Procedures in Water

After the vehicle is floating evenly on the water, turn the throttle
twist grip to increase speed. Use only part throttle when
traveling through water. Full throttle only results in excessive
turbulence, not higher speeds.
The vehicle is steered by pulling the right or left steering le-
vers back as on land. The turning radius is somewhat greater
in water, and the vehicle does not respond to changes in direc-
tion as quickly as it does on land.
The vehicle is propelled forward through the water by the web
of the tires as they rotate. To back up in water, release the
throttle, shift the transmission into neutral, and use a paddle.
Avoid rocks, stumps or other obstacles that are below the sur-
face of the water. Striking these obstacles may damage the
bottom or upset the vehicle.
If your vehicle begins to fill with water, immediately head to
the nearest shore. Get the vehicle out of the water and drain it
by removing both rear drain plugs. Correct the leak before
entering the water again.
Do not leave the vehicle in water for extended periods
of time. Water could enter the axle seals and cause dam-
age to the axle bearings.

5.6.3 Driving Out of Water

When driving out of water, choose an area of the shore that is
reasonably flat and free of rocks, stumps and other obstacles.
Steer the vehicle so that both front wheels reach the shore at
the same time. Accelerate slowly until the vehicle is out of
the water.

5.6.4 Outboard Motor Bracket

An optional outboard motor bracket (ARGO Part No. 617-
00) and support (ARGO Part No. 618-00 or 618-10 Outboard
Motor Bracket - Side Mount) are available to mount an out-
board motor up to 9.9 h.p. A long shaft outboard motor is
preferred to prevent cavitation.
Do not mount an outboard motor on the vehicle unless the
special bracket is used. Damage to the vehicle will occur if an
outboard motor is mounted directly on the vehicle body.
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