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SECTION 11
ACCESSORY INFORMATION
If this decal is not attached to the windshield, contact your
Argo retailer for a free-of-charge replacement. The part number
is 126-84.
11.16 CONVERTIBLE TOP (Part No. 649-33, 649-50, 849-
40 & 849-50)
The convertible top provides protection from the elements for
the occupants and offers the option of rolling up or removing
the side doors, rear door and rear side panels while leaving the
overhead portion in place.
Never fold the clear plastic windows; always roll them
up to store them in place on the top assembly or remove
them.
To fold the convertible top for storage, unzip the side and rear
doors and the side panels, lay them aside and unsnap the
domes along the front of the roof panel from the windshield
frame. Fold the aluminum top frames together and roll the over-
head panel around the frames loosely. Then, roll the window
panels around the top material so the boot will cover the com-
plete assembly for protection.
The convertible top assembly is not designed to with-
stand the turbulence created while transporting the
vehicle with the top assembled in the ‘up’ position. Fold
the top down and secure it properly to the vehicle
bodyor remove it from the vehicle for high speed trans-
portation.
Hearing protection is strongly advised when operat-
ing the vehicle equipped with any convertible top as-
sembly.
The following decal should be attached to the inside of the
windshield:
If this decal is not attached to the windshield, contact your
Argo retailer for a free-of-charge replacement. The part number
is 126-84.
11.17 ALTERNATOR KITS (Part No. 650-60 & 850-60 for
the Vanguard, Vanguard2, Bigfoot & Response/Part No.
850-40 for the Conquest)
The externally mounted, belt driven, 40 amp alternator is rec-
ommended when electrical accessories such as a winch are
added to the vehicle.
There is a red charge indicator light installed in the dash, to
the right of the ignition switch. If the red light comes on, the
alternator is not sending a charge to the battery. This may
simply be a result of low engine idle speed. If the light stays
on at vehicle operating speeds, have your Argo retailer serv-
ice the system soon.
11.17.1 Alternator Kit for Conquest (Part No. 850-40)
Check the V-belt tension frequently to be sure belt deflection
is no more than 1/8" or 3 mm with approximately 6 lbs. or 3 kgs
of force applied to the belt, halfway between the pulleys.
Adjust the belt tension as necessary. Failure to do so will
reduce the charge rate and lead to battery failure.
11.18 SNOW PLOW KIT (Part No. 657-13 & 657-21)
The snow plow assembly attaches to the front of the Argo at
two mounting brackets that bolt to the front axle bearing ex-
tension housings. The plow blade is raised and lowered by
operating the power winch in and out.
DO NOT STAND BETWEEN THE PLOW BLADE AND
THE FRONT OF THE ARGO. Injury could result if the
blade is raised.
The vehicle operator must observe caution when oper-
ating the vehicle and snow plow in the presence of oth-
ers. Injury could result if a bystander is struck when the
vehicle swings to turn or the blade is lowered onto
someone’s foot. Always be aware of the area being
plowed. Although there is a blade trip mechanism fea-
ture of the blade, damage or operator injury could re-
sult from hitting rocks, stakes or curbs hidden under
the snow being plowed.
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do NOT operate the vehicle on open or frozen bod-
ies of water with the snow plow attached.
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