Argo RB Manual del operador

OPERATOR’SMANUALMODELS - S, SN, BF, RB, CBfrom 1997Ontario Drive & Gear LimitedP.O. Box 280, 220 Bergey CourtNew Hamburg, Ontario N0B 2G0Telepho

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

2SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATIONARGO 6 x 6 VANGUARD (S)Serial Number: S-6999Engine: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard, 480 cc (16 h.p.) V-Twin, 4cycle, air

3SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS

4SECTION 1GENERAL INFORMATION1.7 INFORMATION LABELSThere are labels on all models which indicate operating hazards and provide special operating instr

5SECTION 2GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION2.1 NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN” PROCEDURETo obtain long term, trouble free service from your vehicle,observe the fol

6SECTION 2GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION4. Do not mount any heavy fixtures to the upper body with-out support to the vehicle frame. The added weight m

7SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS3.1 BRAKES AND STEERINGThe right and left steering levers are used to turn and stopthe vehicle when it is moving forwa

8SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS3.3 HOLDING BRAKE SYSTEM - VANGUARDThe VANGUARD has a holding brake lever installed at thebase of the left hand steeri

9SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSFigure 3-6. Recoil Starter - Vanguard Engine5. Release the key as soon as the engine starts: the key willautomaticall

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

10SECTION 3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS2. After the engine has idled down completely, lift up on thegear shift lever and move it with a quick movement to th

11SECTION 4DRIVING PROCEDURES4.1 DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEADShift the transmission into LOW or HIGH. Hold both steer-ing levers straight ahead against the

12SECTION 4DRIVING PROCEDURESWARNINGDo not push against the firewall with your knees. Dam-age to the firewall and serious personal injury can re-sult

13SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS5.1 REMOTE AREA USEWhen traveling in remote areas or when traveling long dis-tances, the following

14SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS5.5 SIDE SLOPE OPERATIONDo not drive your vehicle across the side of a hill. Side slopeoperation gr

15SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONSFigure 5-2. Tightening and locking the drain plugsFigure 5-3 Outer bearing flange sealing areaNOTE

16SECTION 5DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONSDo not mount an outboard motor on the vehicle unless thespecial bracket is used. Damage to the veh

17SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION6.1 ENGINE OIL INFORMATION6.1.1 Checking the Engine Oil LevelCheck the engine oil level each day bef

18SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATIONKawasaki API Service Class SD, SE or SFAmbient Temperature-20 C -10 C 0 C 10 C 20 C 30 C 40 C-4 F -1

19SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION6.2.2 Changing the Transmission OilChange the transmission oil after the first 20 hours of opera-tio

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

20SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATIONDo NOT spray lubricant onto the drive belt, brake discor clutch faces. Allow the lubricant to dry be

21SECTION 6OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATIONDo not use regular oil or grease to lubricate the idler chains.Regular oil or grease will be thrown

22SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONWARNINGBattery fluid contains sulphuric acid. If battery fluidcomes in contact with skin or eyes, flush thoroughlyw

23SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONCleaning the BatteryClean the top of the battery every 250 hours with a mixtureof baking soda and water. Before cle

24SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-2. Location of drive clutches and drive beltCheck the drive belt after every 25 hours of operation, orwhene

25SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-4. Location of the slidersClutch InspectionInspect the nylon sliders every 50 hours. The nylon slidersare m

26SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION7.2.4 DRIVE CHAIN TAKE-UP SYSTEMFigure 7-9. Installing the connecting linkFigure 7-7. Removal of the spring clipFigu

27SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-15. Measuring idler chain deflectionFigure 7-13 Prying the Slider Blockoff the Cam AssemblyEach chain tensi

28SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONTo Install the Idler Chains:1. Install the chain over the brake disc sprocket and the idlershaft sprocket.2. Pull th

29SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONReplace badly worn or damaged tires with original equip-ment Goodyear tires. Consult your ARGO dealer if in doubt.A

PREFACEThis manual describes the controls, operation and basic maintenance procedures for all VANGUARD, VANGUARD2, BIGFOOT,RESPONSE and CONQUEST model

30SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION7.3.2 BRAKE CALIPER ADJUSTMENTAdjust the calipers when:• the brake adjustment nuts are tightened all the way butthe

31SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION7.3.4 STEERING LEVER ADJUSTMENTAdjust the steering levers when:• steering levers travel more than 18 cm (7") fr

32SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION7.4.3 CHANGING BRAKE FLUIDThe inherent stability of Silicone DOT 5 Brake Fluid reducesthe need for frequent brake fl

33SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONFigure 7-25. Hydraulic brake assembliesFigure 7-26. Brake pad wear, hydraulic brakesFigure 7-27. Removing the brake

34SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATION7.4.6 BRAKE COOLING SYSTEMEight wheel vehicles with hydraulic brakes have a 12 voltfan forcing cool air from outside

35SECTION 7MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONThe intervals shown on the schedule are based on average operating conditions. Vehicles which are subject to morese

36SECTION 8TROUBLE SHOOTINGMALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION(SYMPTOM)Electric starter inoperative 1. Loose electrical connections 1. Clean

37SECTION 8TROUBLE SHOOTINGMALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION(SYMPTOM)Severe vibration when vehicle 1. Engine loose on mounts 1. Take vehicl

38SECTION 9CLEANING AND STORAGE9.1 CLEANING THE VEHICLEWash the vehicle body with a household detergent and rinsewith water. Flush dirt out of the lo

39SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATION10.1 GENERALThis section deals with accessories that have been specifi-cally designed for the ARGO and can be purchas

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40SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATIONCAUTIONWARNINGCAUTION should be observed when operating in win-ter conditions and a drop in temperature occurs. Snow

41SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATION10.6 OUTBOARD MOTOR SUPPORT(Part No. 618-00)The 618-00 outboard motor support mounts in place of thetrailer coupler b

42SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATIONFigure 10-2 Double Line2. Periodically check the winch installation to assure thatall bolts are tight.3. DO NOT “move

4315. When using your winch to move a load, place the vehi-cle transmission in neutral, set vehicle parking brake,chock all wheels, and keep the engin

44SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATIONCAUTIONThe pump is not designed to run dry. Use only whenwater has collected in the lower body.10.13 HANDRAIL KITS

45SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATIONWARNINGCAUTIONWARNINGTo fold the convertible top for storage, unzip the side andrear doors and the side panels, lay t

46SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATIONWARNINGCAUTIONCAUTIONWARNINGDo not step on or place loads on the edge of the body over thetrailer wheels. This area o

47SECTION 10ACCESSORY INFORMATION10.23 DUMP BOX KIT (Part Nos. 835-00 & 835-01)The dump box kit can be installed on any Argo 8 x 8. Itimproves the

48APPENDIX 1SPECIAL TOOLS7R VICE GRIP MODIFICATIONAs detailed in Section 7, a pair of modified 7R Vice Grips isrequired to hold the ends of the drive

49ARGO New Vehicle Limited WarrantyThe warranty period is limited to 12 months from the date of retail sale, with the following exceptions:Engine - 24

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50ARGO RETAILER... Please complete this page at the time of sale to the new owner so your customerhas all pertinent information that may be required.A

SECTION PAGETABLE OF CONTENTS1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION1.1 AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION ...

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE6.0 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION6.1 ENGINE OIL INFORMATION6.1.1 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL ...

SECTION PAGETABLE OF CONTENTS7.2.5 IDLER CHAIN ..................... 27Idler Chain