Argo 8 x 8 Response Betreibershandbuch

OPERATOR’S MANUALMANUAL NO. 671-21 Printed in Canada 05/2013Do not remove this manual from this vehicle

2SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATIONCarefully observe the maximum load capacity for your vehicle on land and in water as listed in the following:8x8 750 HDi

3SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION6x6 650 HD (D)Engine: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard, 627 cc cooler cleaner running (23 h.p.) V-Twin, 4 cycle, air co

4SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS

5SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS

6SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.7 INFORMATION LABELSThere are labels on all models which indicate operating hazards and provide special operating inst

7SECTION 2GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION2.1 NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN” PROCEDURETo obtain long term, trouble free service from your vehicle, observe the fo

8SECTION 2GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATIONMake sure all passengers riding in an ARGO equipped with tracks and ice cleats are informed to keep hands, feet

9Land OperationWhen operating the vehicle on land, make sure all occupants including yourself are wearing the seat belts and you are strapped in your

10Never use gasoline or other harsh solvents to clean the Argo body. All Camouage material is especially vulner-able to damage and peeling if it come

11SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS3.1 BRAKES AND STEERING Do NOT oversteer. Avoid the tendency to push or pull harder on the steering system if the veh

A MESSAGE FROM THE PEOPLE WHO BUILT YOUR ARGOThank you for selecting an ARGO amphibious, off-road utility vehicle!Ontario Drive & Gear Limited has

12SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSFigure 3-3. Ignition Switch.Do not operate the starter continuously for more than 5 seconds or the starter may overh

13SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS3.9 SELECTING AND CHANGING TRANSMISSION GEARSDO NOT CHANGE TRANSMISSION GEARS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. To change

14SECTION 4DRIVING PROCEDURES4.1 DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEAD The Moto-Cross style steering bar is spring loaded to return to a centered position. (See Figu

15SECTION 4DRIVING PROCEDURES4.5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 750 HDi, 700 HD and 650 HDThe 750 HDi and HD models are equipped with the ADMI-RAL steering

16SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS5.1 REMOTE AREA USEWhen traveling in remote areas or when traveling long dis-tances, the following

17SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONSthe possibility of rolling over.5.5 SIDE SLOPE OPERATIONDo not drive your vehicle across the side o

18SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS3. Make sure that any cargo in the rear of the vehicle is evenly distributed.4. Periodically insp

19SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS5.6.3 Driving Out of WaterWhen driving out of water, choose an area of the shore that is reasonably

20SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION6.1 ENGINE OIL INFORMATIONDetailed information on standard workshop and safety procedures and genera

21Briggs & Stratton API Service Class SE, SF or SGFigure 6-3. Oil Capacities.6.1.3 Changing Engine OilDuring the initial engine break-in period, c

Read this manual before you operate your ARGO. It contains safe operating instructions and warns the user about potential hazards that can result in

22 Figure 6-4b. HDi transmission.6.2.3 Changing the Transmission Oil - Avenger and FrontierChange the transmission oil after the rst 20 hours of op

23SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATIONOverlling may result in oil being forced out the breather hole that could contaminate the

246.4.3 Drive Chain LubricationYour ARGO vehicle is equipped with roller chains to each axle. Lubricate the chains every 10 hours with Aerosol Chain

25SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATIONFirst time operation:1. Fill the reservoir with appropriate oil.2. Remove the front oor pan, rew

26seals due to excessive grease pressure. Figure 6-10.Figure 6-10. Outer bearing ange.To promote regular maintenance of important Argo compo-nents,

27SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATIONis taken out of service for any extended period. Dirt, dust and exposure to water will accelerate t

28as shown in Figure 7-1. If the uid has dropped below the ll well, add distilled water until the cell is lled to correct level. DO NOT OVERFILL.

29SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONnicant decreases in performance. However, the design of many standard constant-voltage chargers may not permit it t

30replace the assembly with Part No. 607-171.9. Return the screen assembly to the tailpipe and outlet tube assembly and re-fasten it with the screw a

31SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION• cracks, fraying or shredding is apparent• it becomes contaminated with oil or some other uidRefer to the ARGO P

IIPREFACEThis manual describes the controls, operation and basic maintenance procedures for all HDi, HD, AVENGER and FRONTIER models of the ARGO from

327.2.3 DRIVE CHAINSRoller chain “stretch” results from wear to the chain pins and bushings because of the loss of lubricant.To prevent sprocket damag

33SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-5. Removal of the spring clip.To install the Drive Chains:1. Position the drive chain over the slider bloc

34bottom of the frame channels. Clamp it in this position with a Vice-Grip 10CR or similar plier as illustrated in Figure 7-10 and remove the drive c

35SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-11. Hammering Slider Block into place.7.2.5 IDLER CHAIN - Avenger & FrontierHDi and HD do not employ id

36can be ordered from your ARGO dealer (ARGO Part No. 658-08) or refer to Appendix 1 for modication information.3. Replace the outside plate and spr

37SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONIMPORTANTIt is ultimately the responsibility of the operator to determine a SAFE MAXIMUM load capacity in accordanc

38Spilled brake uid is environmentally damaging. Proper disposal is required.7.3.4 HYDRAULIC BRAKE PAD INSPECTION Inspect the brake pads after every

39SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-18. Brake pad wear, hydraulic brakes.Figure 7-19. Removing the brake pads from the brake caliper.Handbrake

40Figure 7-19b. Brake pad wear, HDi handbrake padsTo replace the rewall: 1. Position the rewall in the driving compartment.2. Slide in the bottom

41SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION7.3.6 EMERGENCY/PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENTAdjusting the Emergency/Parking Brake (HDi and HD Models) There are 8 positi

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION ...

42SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-21. Equalizer Flat Bar.4. Adjust the cable at the transmission until the cam levers are actually starting

43SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION15. The emergency/parking brake should be checked for proper adjustment every 25 hours. Note: Oil on the brake disc

44SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONType: Permanent type of anti-freeze; green colouredMixed Ratio: 50% mixedFreezing Point: -35º C (-31º F)Coolant C

45♦ Check/Clean Air Intake Screen♦ Check/Clean Exhaust Screen♦ Check Parking/Emergency Brake (Cable Inspection)♦ Check Handbrake (Cable Inspec

46SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONThe intervals shown on the schedule are based on average operating conditions. Vehicles which are subjected to seve

47SECTION 8TROUBLE SHOOTINGMALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION(SYMPTOM) Electric starter inoperative 1. Loose electrical connections 1

48SECTION 8TROUBLE SHOOTING MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION(SYMPTOM) Severe vibration when vehicle 1. Engine loose on mounts 1. Tak

49SECTION 9CLEANING AND STORAGE9.1 CLEANING THE VEHICLEWash the vehicle body with a household detergent and rinse with water. Flush dirt out of the l

50SECTION 10POTENTIAL HAZARDSOperating the Argo without reading and understanding the Operator’s ManualThe risk of accident is greatly increased if t

51SECTION 10POTENTIAL HAZARDS POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARDOperating or driv-ing the Argo in water without the occ

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52 POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARDSECTION 10POTENTIAL HAZARDSOperating the Argo with improper tires or with improper

53 POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARDSECTION 10POTENTIAL HAZARDSImproperly crossing hills or turning on hills.Side slope

54SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION11.1 GENERALThis section deals with accessories that have been specically designed for the ARGO and can be purchased

55SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATIONCentre the track pin so that it does not stick out on either side of the track.2. Apply a drop of blue 242 Loctite t

56SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATIONchain tensioning system and possibly, to other drive system components. Tires should be sized this way: a. With th

57SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION 9. Lay the two assembled tracks on the ground. Drive the vehicle forward onto the tracks until only two segments ar

58SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATIONof the track pin from the vehicle side of the track. Once started, pull the pin out of the segment with Vise Grip.4.

59SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION8. Deate the front and rear (or all tires) for easier instal-lation of the nal track pin. 9. Join the two ends of

60SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATIONFigure 11-14. Measuring the gap of the mid tires - Frontier.11.3.10 Removal of 625-50 & 825-50-1 Argo Rubber Tr

61SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION11.6 ARGO STORAGE COVERS (Part Nos. 621-21; 821-20 & 821-40 ) The Argo storage covers prevent debris, rain water

TABLE OF CONTENTS 7.1.5 SPARK ARRESTER ...

62SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION8. NEVER HOOK THE WIRE ROPE BACK ONTO IT-SELF. Use a nylon sling. (Figure 11-18.) Hooking the wire rope onto itsel

63SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION11.7.2 Tips for Extending the Life of Your Winch1. Keep a tightly and evenly wound wire rope drum. Do not allow the

64 SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION11.12 WINDSHIELD (Part Nos. 648-79 & 648-80) The windshield features an anodized aluminum frame with rubber mou

6511.14 ALTERNATOR ACCESSORY - For Avenger (Part No. 850-54)The externally mounted, belt driven, 40 amp alternator is recommended when electri

6611.18 ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES (Part Nos. 648-47, 849-90-2 & 849-90-4)The optional Rollbar (see Section 11.20) or optional Roll Over Pro

67SECTION 11ACCESSORY INFORMATION11.20 ROLL BAR ACCESSORY (Part No. 648-15)The roll bar is designed for use on all Argo 6 x 6 models. The roll bar pro

68APPENDIX 1SPECIAL TOOLS7R VICE GRIP MODIFICATION (Part No. 658-08)As detailed in Section 7, a pair of modied 7R Vice Grips is required to hold the

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ARGO and CENTAUR New Vehicle Limited WarrantyThe warranty period is limited to 12 months for ARGO models and 12 months or 750 hours for CENTAUR models

SECTION PAGE TABLE OF CONTENTS 9.2 STORING THE VEHICLE ...

ARGO RETAILER... Please complete this page at the time of sale to the new owner so your customer has all pertinent information that may be required.AR

1SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.1 AMPHIBIOUS OPERATIONAll models of the ARGO are amphibious and capable of tra-versing calm water. Special operating p