RP Advanced Mobile Systems STRIKE-C User manual

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STRIKE-C/C4 LTV
STRIKE-M/M4 LTV
Supplemental Owner's Manual
for Maintenance and Safety
(RPAMS)

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Contact Information:
RP Advanced Mobile Systems, LLC.
11160 SW Durham Lane, McMinnville, OR 97128 USA
Phone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Web: www.RPAMS.com

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WELCOME
Welcome to the family of innovative RPAMS upfitted Can-Am based
SBS/ATV owners and operators! At RPAMS, we are committed to our
many sportsmen, warfighters, agents and allies around the world. Our
families of light tactical vehicles are combat proven, providing
mobility, sustainability, transportability and mission flexibility to our
mobilized warfighter.
RPAMS sets the standard of upfit excellence for all utility and
recreational vehicles manufactured by BRP Can-Am. Significant effort
and years of tactical experience are imbedded in the engineering and
development of your RPAMS upfitted vehicle, making it one of the
finest tactical platforms produced.
For safe and effective operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the
instructions and recommendations in this owner’s manual and
supplemental appendices. This manual contains instructions for minor
maintenance. Major maintenance and repairs are outlined in the BRP
Can-Am Service Manual and should be performed only by a factory-
certified technician.
For sales, parts, technical information and support, please contact a
RPAMS representative or Mike Jackson at the following web site,
respectively:
Web: www.RPAMS.com
Web: www.MilitaryATV.com
At RPAMS, we are passionate about producing an exciting line of utility and
tactical products for our customers. You can find out more about RPAMS by
visiting our web site: www.RPAMS.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.0 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.0 Important on Product Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.0 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.0 RPAMS Tire Sizes and
4.0 Recommended Tire Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6.0 Winch Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.0 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
8.0 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
9.0 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Your RP Advanced Mobile Systems, LLC (RPAMS) upfitted vehicle
is a BRP Commander™or Maverick™LTV, upfitted by RPAMS with
accessories for military and industrial applications. The standard
RPAMS upfit kit comprises at a minimum a rear multi-modal bed, ride
mitigation seats, high load run-flat tires, MOLLE roof and front push
bumper system. The operator must follow the original equipment
manufacturers (OEM) manuals for proper operation and maintenance
of the base vehicles. The RPAMS manual is a supplement to, and not
meant to replace, the OEM manuals.
Failure to heed the warnings and safety
precautions contained in this manual can result in severe injury
or death. Your RPAMS vehicle can be hazardous to operate in
certain situations. This upfitted vehicle handles differently than
cars, trucks or other off-road vehicles. A collision or rollover can
occur, even when conducting routine maneuvers such as
turning, driving on hills or over obstacles and acceleration/
braking, if you fail to follow and implement proper operational
precautions.
All operators must read this manual and understand
all safety warnings, precautions and operating procedures
before operating the vehicle. This manual should always be
kept in the vehicle.
For additional safety information and training, visit the Recreational
Off-Highway Vehicle Association web site (rohva.org) and take the
free on-line training course.

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Record your vehicle's identification numbers in the spaces provided
below.
Engine Serial
Number:_________________________________________________
Vehicle Identification
Number:_________________________________________________
Vehicle Model
Number:_________________________________________________
Vehicle
Identification Number
Engine Serial
Number

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2.0 SAFETY
2.1 Signal Words/Symbols
Signal words/symbols appear throughout this guide. Your
safety is involved when these words/symbols are utilized.
Failure to operate this vehicle properly can result in a collision,
loss of control, accident or rollover, which may result in
serious injury or death. Heed all signal words/symbols and
safety warnings outlined in this section of the manual. Your
safety, and that of others, depends on it. Review the
descriptions below before proceeding further:
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential
personal injury hazard.
“DANGER” - A DANGER indicates a hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
“WARNING” - A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
“CAUTION” - A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
“NOTICE” - A NOTICE indicates a situation that could
result in property damage.
The Prohibition Safety Sign indicates an
action NOT to take in order to avoid a hazard.
The Mandatory Action Sign indicates an
action that NEEDS to be taken to avoid a
hazard.

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2.0 SAFETY
2.2 Operator Restrictions/Age Restrictions
This vehicle is intended for ADULTS ONLY. At a minimum,
you MUST be at least age 18, properly trained by an accredited
operator course and have a valid driver’s license to operate this
vehicle. All operators must read and understand this manual
and all warning and instruction labels before operating the
vehicle. Never allow anyone to operate this vehicle until the
person has completed the same training. Make sure all
passengers are tall enough to sit comfortably and safely, reach
the provided hand holds and place both feet on the floor within
the cab.
2.3 Seat Belts
Always wear properly fitted seat belts when operating or riding
in this vehicle. Riding without seat belts increases the risk of
serious injury in the event of rollover, loss of control, other
accident or sudden stop. Seat belts can reduce the severity of
injury in these circumstances. All vehicle occupants must wear
seat belts at all times.
2.4 Using Alcohol or Drugs
Riding in this vehicle after
consuming alcohol or drugs
could adversely affect operator
judgment, reaction time, balance
and perception. Never consume
alcohol or drugs before or while
operating or riding in this
upfitted vehicle.

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2.0 SAFETY
2.5 Operating Without Instruction
Operating this vehicle without proper instruction or training
increases the risk of an accident/incident. The operator must
understand how to operate the modified vehicle properly in
different situations and on different types of terrain. RPAMS
strongly recommends taking a training course and completing
the associated test to verify driver/operator proficiency.
2.6 Safe Riding Gear
Riding in this vehicle without wearing an approved helmet and
protective eyewear increases the risk of serious injuries in the
event of an accident/incident. Operators and all occupants must
wear a helmet, eye protection, gloves, protective apparel and
over-the-ankle boots.
Helmet
Wearing a helmet or appropriately certified head protective
gear can prevent a severe head injury. Whenever riding this
RPAMS upfitted vehicle, always wear a helmet that meets or
exceeds established safety standards.
Approved helmets in the USA and Canada bear a U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) label.
Approved helmets in Europe, Asia and Oceania bear the ECE
22.05 label. The ECE mark consists of a circle surrounding the
letter E, followed by the distinguishing number
of the country which has granted approval. The
approval number and serial number will also be
displayed on the label.

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2.0 SAFETY
2.6 Safe Riding Gear (continued)
Eye Protection
Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection.
Whenever riding this RPAMS upfitted vehicle, always wear
shatter-proof goggles or use a shatter-proof helmet face shield.
RPAMS recommends wearing approved Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC 8, V-8,
Z87.1, or CE. Make sure protective eye wear is kept clean.
Gloves
Wear gloves for comfort and for protection from sun, cold
weather and other elements.
Boots
Wear sturdy over-the-ankle boots for support and protection.
Never ride a RPAMS vehicle with bare feet or sandals.
Clothing
Wear long sleeves and long pants to protect arms and legs.
Rider Comfort
Under certain conditions, heat generated by the engine mid
chassis location and exhaust system can increase temperatures
in the cab area. The condition occurs most frequently when a
vehicle is being operated in high ambient temperatures at low
speeds and/or high load conditions for any period of time. The
use of certain cab enclosure systems may contribute to this
condition by restricting airflow. Any discomfort due to heat
accumulating in this area can be mitigated by wearing proper
riding apparel and by increasing airflow.

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2.0 SAFETY
2.7 Carrying Passengers
Never carry a passenger until you have operated this vehicle
for at least two hours and have completed appropriate driver
training commensurate with the intended mobility mission or
vehicle application. A passenger must always be seated in a
passenger seat with seat belt secured and within the protection
of the roll cage. Never carry more passengers than designed.
Carrying Multiple Passengers
Never carry a passenger until you have operated this vehicle
for at least two hours and have completed appropriate driver
training. A passenger must always be seated in a passenger seat
with seat belt secured. Carrying more than one passenger in a
2-seat vehicle can affect the operator’s ability to steer and
operate the controls, which increases the risk of loss of control
and accident or rollover. Never carry more than one passenger
in a 2-seat vehicle.
Certain conditions (mission
critical) will require non-standard passenger
transport. In those situations, the operator/unit is
required to develop procedures consistent with
vehicle limitations and exercise extreme caution.
2.9 Roll Cage
The factory installed roll cage is designed for and conforms to
ANSI/ROHVA 1.1 for the purposes of recreational use only in
original OEM configuration. The RPAMS added modifications
and intended high risk military/law enforcement use can
potentially exceed the parameters of this standard. Therefore,
RPAMS cannot (and does not) guarantee the certified

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2.9 Roll Cage (continued)
performance of the roll cage kit in event of a roll over.
Operators of modified vehicles need to exercise extreme
caution when operating the modified vehicle and properly use
installed occupant restraints.

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3.0 IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS
Any person who rides this vehicle should read and understand this
information before riding.
3.1 Safety Labels
Read and understand all the safety labels on your vehicle.
These labels are affixed to the vehicle for the safety of the
operator, passenger or bystanders.
The following labels are on your vehicle, and they should be
considered parts of the vehicle. If missing or damaged, they
can be replaced free of charge. Contact RP Advanced Mobile
Systems.
NOTE: In the event of any discrepancy between this
supplemental guide and the vehicle, the safety labels
on the vehicle have precedence over the labels in
this guide.
TYPICAL
1

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3.0 IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS
3.1 Safety Labels (continued)
TYPICAL
SUPPLEMENTAL LABEL 1
2

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3.0 IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS
3.1 Safety Labels (continued)
SUPPLEMENTAL LABEL 2

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4.0 OPERATION
4.1 Failure to Inspect Before Operating
Always perform a pre-ride inspection before each use of your
vehicle to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Failure to
inspect and verify that the upfitted vehicle is in safe operating
condition before operating increases the risk of an accident.
4.2 Operating on Pavement
Operating this upfitted vehicle on paved surfaces (including
streets, hardened paths, parking lots, and driveways) will
seriously affect handling and control of the vehicle, and may
cause the vehicle to lose control. This vehicle's tires are DOT
rated but designed for off-road use only, not for use on
pavement. Avoid operating the vehicle on pavement. If you
must operate on a paved surface, travel slowly, make turns
cautiously and do not make sudden maneuvers or stops.
4.3 Operating on Public Roads
Operating this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways
could result in a collision with another vehicle. Never operate
this vehicle on any public street, road or highway, including
dirt and gravel roads. Be aware that in many states, it's illegal
to operate off-road vehicles of this type on public streets, roads
and highways.
4.4 Operating at Excessive Speeds
Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds significantly
increases the operator's risk of losing control. Always operate
at a speed that is appropriate for the terrain, visibility,
conditions, your operator skills and your other occupant’s
skills.

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4.5 Turning Improperly
Turning improperly could cause loss of traction, control, incur
an accident and/or rollover. Always follow proper procedures
for turning. Avoid sharp turns. Never turn while applying
heavy throttle or brake. Never make abrupt maneuvers. Always
consider the payload when turning. Practice turning at slow
speeds before attempting to turn at faster speeds. Always
follow operational training guidelines.
4.6 Physical Control of the Vehicle
Removing hands from the steering wheel, hand hold or
removing feet from the floor while riding increases the risk of
loss of control and can cause an accident or rollover. The
operator should always keep both hands on the steering wheel
during operation. Passengers should always be seated in a
passenger seat with seat belt secured, with both feet on the
floor and with both hands securely grasping the passenger hand
hold or grab bar. Keep hands and feet inside the vehicle at all
times.
4.7 Jumps, Stunts and Unauthorized Operations
Hazardous driving increases the risk of an accident or rollover.
DO NOT do power slides, “donuts”, jumps or other driving
stunts. Avoid exhibition style driving.