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Argo Explorer XRT 1000 LE - Combustible Material and Exhaust System Safety; Combustible Material and Exhaust Safety; Riding Surface Precautions; Paved Surfaces and Public Roads

Argo Explorer XRT 1000 LE
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WARNING!
Never operate this ATV on any public street, road or highway, even dirt or gravel roads.
You could collide with another vehicle.
let brush, grass and other materials collect under the vehicle, near the muffler or exhaust pipe or
next to other hot parts. Check under the vehicle after operating in areas where combustible
materials may have collected. Do not idle or park the vehicle in long dry grass or other dry ground
cover.
To prevent burns, avoid touching the exhaust system. Park the ATV in a place where pedestrians or
children are not likely to touch it.
Cleaning the spark arrester
Be sure the exhaust pipe and muffler are cool before cleaning the spark arrester.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the tailpipe by pulling it out of the muffler.
3. Tap the tailpipe lightly, and then use a wire brush to remove any carbon deposits from the
spark arrester portion of the tailpipe and inside of the tailpipe housing.
4. Insert the tailpipe into the muffler and align the bolt holes.
5. Install the bolts and tighten them to the specified torque. 1 Nm or 8 in lb. (10 kgf-cm
3)
BE CAREFUL WHERE YOU RIDE
This ATV is designed for a single person and OFF-ROAD use only.
Do not ride on any public road, street or highway. Riding on public roads can result in collisions
with other vehicles. In many states it is illegal to operate ATVs on public streets, roads and
highways.
Know the terrain where you ride. Ride cautiously in unfamiliar areas. Stay alert for holes, rocks or
roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards, which may cause the ATV to overturn.
WARNING!
Do not start the engine when cleaning the spark arrester, otherwise it could cause injury to
the eyes, burns, carbon monoxide poisoning, possibly leading to death, and start a fire.
Always let the exhaust system cool prior to touching exhaust components.
WARNING!
Paved surfaces may seriously affect handling and control of the ATV and may cause the ATV
to go out of control. Always avoid paved surfaces, including sidewalks, driveways, parking
lots and streets.