LifeGuard ATV Lifeguard Operating instructions

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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
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ATV LifeGuard® Servicing
As with all equipment with moving parts, the LifeGuard® also needs servicing and the cords
checked for wear periodically (every 12 months minimum) or especially after a roll over. It can
collapse if the cords fray and the LifeGuard® hasn’t been serviced, so it’s essential this
procedure is done.
It is also essential to keep the LifeGuard® tensioned up at all times. A ‘wobbly’ LifeGuard® is
the worst way to start the cords fraying. The correct tension is 25 ft lb and can be checked
and maintained with a torque wrench.
It is also important to replace the neoprene cover if it is worn, has holes in it, or has been
removed. Without a cover, dirt and grit can get into the segments which can contribute
towards the cords fraying.
1 –Remove the neoprene cover and both plates on base.
2 –De-tension the arc. To do this, use a spanner or socket to take the tension off the spring.
Pull the spring back and let arc collapse. Do not cut cord.

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3 –Unwind completely and check the cords between each segment for any sign of chafing.
4 –If there are any signs of chafing, the cord will need to be replaced.
Either return to Ag-Tech Industries for cord replacement, or contact Ag-Tech Industries to find
your closest agent who can do this.
NOTE: If you are unsure if the cords are damaged or not, please email photos of them to
[email protected] and we will confirm this for you.
Photo below shows badly chafed cords on an old LifeGuard® (serial #55) which has been
involved in multiple roll overs.

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5 –If in good order, lubricate cords between segments, especially at each end of the arc –use
CRC Drylube or similar. This can be easier if you remove the LifeGuard® from the quad and lie
it down on a flat bench.
Important to use a dry lube (see page 6 for options)
6 –Apply grease around both shaft bushes and around springs (not inside springs). A spray
can of lithium grease or similar is good.

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7 –Place block between segments and base and wind up fairly tight. This will draw the cord
through equalizing the tension on each cord. Remove the block and tension up.
8 –Put the cover plates and neoprene cover back on. Straddle the LifeGuard® and depress it
a few times to stretch cord etc. into place, then using a torque wrench tension to 25 ft lb.
It shouldn’t wobble sideways too much - only about 1cm, and when you sit on it, it should
only go down about 150mm. If you over tension it, you will need to take the cover plate
(tension nut end) off to release ratchet spring to wind back.

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Drylube options:
Note –for the cord
Lithium grease option:
Note –for around shaft bushes and around springs

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120 Jervois Street, Dargaville, New Zealand
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]z
Web: www.atvlifeguard.com