Argo Explorer XRT 1000 LE - Hill Climbing Scenarios and Warnings; Hill Climbing Scenarios; Downhill Riding Safety and Techniques; Downhill Riding Safety

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WARNING!
Stalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill could result in
ATV overturning. If you cannot control the ATV, dismount immediately on the uphill side.
make sure you do not lift the front wheels which could cause you to lose control. If you are unable
to continue up the hill, dismount the ATV on the uphill side. Physically turn the ATV around and
then descend the hill.
If you start to roll backwards, DO NOT apply either brake abruptly. If you are in “2WD”, apply only
the front brake. When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well and then shift to the park position.
If you are in “4WD” because all wheels are interconnected by the drive train, applying either brake
will brake all wheels, therefore avoid sudden application of either the front or rear brake as the
wheels on the uphill side could come off the ground. The ATV could easily tip over backwards. Apply
both the front and rear brakes gradually. When fully stopped, shift to the park position and
dismount the ATV immediately on the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV
around and remount, following the procedure described in the Owner’s Manual.
RIDING DOWN HILL
When riding your ATV downhill, shift your weight as far
to the rear and uphill side of the ATV as possible. Move
back on the seat and sit with your arms straight. Engine
compression will do most of the braking for you. For
maximum engine compression braking effect, select the
low gear position and change to “4WD” before
beginning to descend the hill.
Use caution while descending a hill with loose or
slippery surfaces. Braking ability and traction may be
adversely affected by these surfaces. Improper braking
may also cause a loss of traction.
WARNING!
Going down a hill improperly could cause overturns or loss of control. Always follow proper
procedures for going down hills as described in this Owner’s Manual.
 Always check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill.
 Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your ability. The ATV can
overturn more easily on extremely steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills.
 Shift your weight backward and to the uphill side.
 Never go down a hill at high speed.
 Avoid going down a hill at an angle that would cause the ATV to lean sharply to one side.
Go straight down the hill where possible.
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Improper braking can cause the wheels on the hillside to come off the ground or cause
loss of traction. Apply brakes gradually. If in “2WD”, apply only the rear brake.