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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
MODELS - S, SN, BF, RB, CB
from 1997
Ontario Drive & Gear Limited
P.O. Box 280, 220 Bergey Court
New Hamburg, Ontario N0B 2G0
Telephone: (519) 662-2840, Fax: (519) 662-2421
www.argoatv.com
MANUAL NO. 671-04 Rev. 6
Printed in Canada
05/2001 7.5C

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MODELS - S, SN, BF, RB, CB from 1997 Ontario Drive & Gear Limited P.O. Box 280, 220 Bergey Court New Hamburg, Ontario N0B 2G0 Telephone: (519) 662-2840, Fax: (519) 662-2421 www.argoatv.com MANUAL NO. 671-04 Rev. 6 Printed in Canada 05/2001 7.5C...
  • Page 2 Saudi Arabia. We are proud to provide you with a vehicle that represents the ultimate in amphibious, all-terrain transportation. Your safety and the safety of all ARGO users is of the greatest concern to us. You will find numerous safety statements in this manual. Please read and follow them carefully. Always be safety conscious when you operate your ARGO and remember it is a motorized vehicle.
  • Page 3 NOTE Read this manual before you operate your ARGO. It contains safe operating instructions and warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury. Warnings are identified in the text by the following symbol: WARNING The manual also contains operating cautions that can prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 4 • The Argo engine hood is designed to stay fastened in place while the vehicle is being driven. If the Argo is transported by truck or trailer, the hood should be removed and carried in the transport vehicle or secured in place on the Argo with rope or tie down straps.
  • Page 5 NOTES...
  • Page 6 NOTES...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE GENERAL INFORMATION AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION ................1 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ..............1 WIND CHILL FACTOR ................... 1 MODEL IDENTIFICATION ................1 REAR SEATS - 8 WHEEL MODELS ............. 2 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS ........ 3 INFORMATION LABELS ................4 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN”...
  • Page 8 7.0 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7.1.1 GENERAL .................... 22 7.1.2 BATTERY - Argo Part No. 127-54 ............22 Checking Fluid Level ................22 Cleaning the Battery Terminals and Cable Connections ..... 22 Cleaning the Battery ................23 7.1.3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FUSES ............23 7.1.4...
  • Page 9 Protect the Electrical System ................38 Raise the Vehicle ..................... 38 Preparing the Engine for Storage ..............38 10.0 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 10.1 GENERAL ....................... 39 10.2 CARGO TIE-DOWNS (PART NO. 614-06) ..........39 10.3 ARGO TRACK SYSTEMS (STANDARD TRACK AND SUPER TRACK) 39...
  • Page 10 10.7 OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET - SIDE MOUNT (PART NO. 618-10) ....41 10.8 ARGO STORAGE COVERS (PART NOS. 621-10; 621-20; 821-10; 821-20 ... 41 10.9 POWER WINCH (PART NOS. 622-40 & 622-70) ............. 41 10.9.1 Rules for Safe Operation ................41 10.9.2 Tips for Extending the Life of Your Winch ...........

  • Page 11: General Information

    Refer to the chart to identify these symptoms. Take immedi- serial number begins with one of the following prefixes: ate corrective action or take the vehicle to an Argo dealer for service. S - 6x6 Vanguard (Mechanical Brakes)

  • Page 12: Rear Seats - 8 Wheel Models

    1.5 REAR SEATS - 8 WHEEL MODELS ARGO CONQUEST (CB) Serial Number: CB-10847 Argo 8 wheel models are fitted with “quick-release” rear seats. Engine: Kawasaki 620 cc (20 h.p.) V-twin 4 cycle, liquid cooled Transmission: 2 forward speeds, neutral and reverse...

  • Page 13: Identification And Location Of Controls

    SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS...

  • Page 14: Information Labels

    Argo. Figure 1.1 Location of Information Labels - All Models The label shown below is located behind the seat in the rear compartment of all 6-wheel models.

  • Page 15: New Vehicle "Break-In" Procedure

    The oil changing instructions. throttle must operate smoothly and return automatically to the fully closed position. Take the vehicle to an ARGO 4. Change the engine oil in the Vanguard engine after the dealer if the twist grip requires adjustment.

  • Page 16: Fueling The Vehicle

    The fuel vent hose could be pierced during the drilling process, resulting in a dan- All models of the ARGO are equipped with a 32 litre (7.0 gerous fuel leak into the vehicle and a costly repair pro- Imp.

  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    (Figure 3-2). To stop the vehicle, pull both steering levers back evenly (Figure 3-3). The ARGO is a skid steer vehicle. During a turn, the rear of the vehicle swings outward as the vehicle pivots on the front tire on the inside of the turn.

  • Page 18: Holding Brake System - Vanguard

    The holding brake is not a parking brake. When parking on an incline, engage the holding brake, leave the vehi- All ARGO models are equipped with key operated, electric cle in gear, turn the engine off and block the vehicle’s start systems.

  • Page 19: Stopping The Engine

    GEARS 8. If the engine fails to start, refer to the trouble-shooting All models for the ARGO are equipped with a four position chart in Section 8 for corrective action. transmission. The gearshift lever extends through the firewall and is moved to the right or left into one of four positions 3.6 STOPPING THE ENGINE...

  • Page 20: Changing Transmission Gears

    3.9 HEADLIGHTS gear shift with quick movement to the selected gear. All ARGO vehicles are equipped with 2 headlights that are NOTE: You will find it easier to engage high gear if the operated through the dash mounted light switch. To turn the gear shift is first moved to reverse (REV), then di- lights on, pull the light switch out.

  • Page 21: Driving Procedures

    When turning the vehicle while backing up, the rear of the vehicle swings in the direction of the turn. This is unusual The ARGO is a skid steer vehicle. The rear of the vehicle for most people who are not familiar with skid steer vehi- swings outward during a turn.
  • Page 22 SECTION 4 DRIVING PROCEDURES WARNING Do not push against the firewall with your knees. Dam- age to the firewall and serious personal injury can result from the driven clutch wearing through the firewall...

  • Page 23: Driving Procedures During Unusual Conditions

    Gently apply the brakes to control downward vehicle speed. Do not jam on the brakes When operating any Argo vehicle on an angle, (up and down while traveling downhill. Sudden braking can cause the ve- hills or across uneven terrain that causes the vehicle to tilt in hicle to roll over frontwards.

  • Page 24: Side Slope Operation

    To tighten the drainplug, lift the lever up and turn the lever clockwise until it is ARGO vehicles may sink if they fill with water. If water starts entering the vehicle, head to the nearest shore im- snug when the lever is pushed down.

  • Page 25: Entering Water

    An optional outboard motor bracket (ARGO Part No. 617- uneven terrain, back the vehicle into the water. With the 00) and support (ARGO Part No. 618-00 or 618-10 Out- engine and transmission weight concentrated in the front of board Motor Bracket - Side Mount) are available to mount the vehicle, the rear is lighter and floats higher.

  • Page 26: Winter Operation

    Equip your vehicle with snow tracks for travel over deep vehicle. snow. • Avoid turning as the Argo is climbing out to avoid vehi- • • • • • Steep, snow-covered or icy hills may be more difficult cle tip-over.

  • Page 27: Oil, Filter And Lubrication Information

    SECTION 6 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION 6.1 ENGINE OIL INFORMATION 6.1.1 Checking the Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level each day before operating the en- gine. To check the oil during an operating period, shut the engine off, let it cool down and allow the oil time to drain into the sump before checking the oil level.

  • Page 28: Changing Engine Oil

    Check the transmission oil level every 50 operating hours. Each engine is equipped with a drain plug for draining the All models of the ARGO are equipped with a transmission oil. The drain plug location is shown in the engine owner’s oil dipstick (Figure 6-4).

  • Page 29: Refilling The Transmission

    6.3.2 Fuel Filter shoes make contact. (See Figure 6-5). All models of the ARGO are equipped with an in-line fuel filter (ARGO Part No. 125-64). The fuel filter is located in the fuel hose, next to the fuel tank.

  • Page 30: Drive Chain Lubrication

    Part No. 125-86) to lubricate the idler chains. disassemble the clutch units. We recommend that you return your vehicle to an ARGO dealer to have the clutch units When applying the chain lube, protect the brake discs with a serviced.

  • Page 31: Outer Axle Flange And Bearing Lubrication

    Allow the idler chains to dry thoroughly, re-lubri- cate them generously with Argo chain lube and re-install. CAUTION Refer to section 7.2.5 of this manual for idler chain removal and re-installation instructions.

  • Page 32: Maintenance Information

    Serious personal injury can occur. Always wear rubber gloves and safety glasses when servicing the battery. from the ARGO and recharge it with a 12 volt battery charger at the rate of 10-12 amps maximum. The battery should Batteries can explode and cause serious personal injury remain on charge until the specific gravity reaches 1.265 on...

  • Page 33: Cleaning The Battery

    The drive belt transmits power from the driver clutch (on the engine) to the driven clutch (on the transmission). These All models of the ARGO are equipped with push-in type au- components are located on the left side of the engine com- tomotive fuses.

  • Page 34: Drive Belt Installation

    They are critical for proper operation Roller chain “stretch” results from wear to the chain pins of the drive system. Return the vehicle to an ARGO dealer if and bushings because of the loss of lubricant.

  • Page 35: Drive Chain Removal

    Modified 3. Turn the tensioner cam assembly in the direction which Vice Grips can be ordered from your ARGO dealer (ARGO winds up the torsion spring and push the assembly down Part No. 658-08) or refer to Appendix 1 for modification as close as possible to the cam follower block in the bot- information.

  • Page 36: Drive Chain Take-Up System

    100 hours and Figure 7-9. Installing the connecting link every 50 hours thereafter. Replace the blocks (ARGO Part No. 603-61) when the wear groove, as shown in Figure 7-10, measures 1/4" (6mm).

  • Page 37: Idler Chain

    (602-27), just above the transmission, to the hood frame assembly. (Refer to Section 6.0 of the All ARGO vehicles are equipped with 2 idler chains to trans- Parts Manual.) fer power from the output shafts of the transmission to the drive chains through a series of sprockets.

  • Page 38: Idler Chain Replacement

    Modified Vice Grips can be ordered from your ARGO dealer (ARGO Part No. 658-08) or refer to Appendix 1 for modifi- Idler Chain Replacement cation information. Replacement of the idler chains is required if the adjustment 3.

  • Page 39: Axle Bearing Mounting

    To inspect the 7.2.8 AXLE BEARING MOUNTING pads, first remove the firewall: The axles are mounted to the Argo using special cork gas- To remove the firewall: kets between the flanged bearings and the outside surface of the lower body (see Figure 7-18).

  • Page 40: Brake Caliper Adjustment

    100-56 brake pad set (2 pads) using 8 of 120-09 rivets and a is snug but the bolt can still be turned freely with fingers. pop riveting tool to fasten the pad in place. An ARGO dealer 4. Adjust the other brake caliper assembly by repeating steps will replace brake pads for you.

  • Page 41: Steering Lever Adjustment

    Overfilling can cause seal damage. following require periodic attention: Use only SILICONE - DOT5 BRAKE FLUID. Other brake fluid may not be compatible with ARGO brake compo- nents and operating temperatures. Use of other fluids will void the warranty.

  • Page 42: Changing Brake Fluid

    Pump the steering levers a few times to build up proper pres- brake caliper before flushing and refilling. An ARGO dealer sure and to locate the pads in the caliper assembly. Check will preform these operations for you.

  • Page 43: Re-Installation Of Firewall

    Engine cooling air is drawn in on the right side of the engine compartment and expelled with the exhaust on the left side. Keep all ducting and screening in place. Do NOT operate the ARGO with the firewall removed. WARNING 7.4.5 HOLDING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT...
  • Page 44 NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO TOUCH THE EXHAUST COMPONENTS. A SEVERE BURN CAN RESULT. NOTE An annual complete check over of your ARGO vehicle is recommended once a year. This will reduce maintenance costs over the life of your vehicle and ensure it will func-...

  • Page 45: Maintenance Schedule

    The intervals shown on the schedule are based on average operating conditions. Vehicles which are subject to more severe use, wet or dusty conditions, will require more frequent servicing. Use only Argo replacement parts to ensure safe operation of the vehicle to comply with the warranty coverage.

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    2. Battery charge low or dead 2. Recharge battery or replace as necessary 3. Faulty starter motor 3. Return the vehicle to an Argo dealer for servicing Engine turns over but will not 1. Engine is cold and choke is not pulled 1.

  • Page 47: Trouble Shooting

    MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION (SYMPTOM) Severe vibration when vehicle 1. Engine loose on mounts 1. Take vehicle to an Argo dealer for is operated service. 2. Driver or driven clutch or engine 2. Same as above. defective 3. Axle bent 3.

  • Page 48: Cleaning And Storage

    Read the engine operator’s manual and carry out all recom- mended storage procedures. Add fuel stabilizer (ARGO Part No. 125-85) to the fuel tank and fill with fresh gasoline. Run the engine for a few min- utes to allow the treated fuel to reach the carburetor.

  • Page 49: Accessory Information

    Cargo tie downs are intended to assist in securing a load in contract and will also change the tire pressure. In order to the rear compartment of any Argo. Use rope or elastic cords, maintain suitable tension on the track system, observe the...

  • Page 50: Standard Tracks

    10.4 ICE CLEAT KIT (Part Nos. 625-20 & 825-20) CAUTION ARGO ice cleats are stamped steel cleats that bolt to the outer edges of the Super Track segments to grip on hard pack snow CAUTION should be observed when operating in winter and ice to improve traction and stopping.

  • Page 51: Outboard Motor Bracket - Side Mount (Part No. 618-10)

    10.9 POWER WINCH (Part No. 622-40 & 622-70 ) 10.7 OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET - SIDE The power winch mounts to the front of the Argo and can be MOUNT (Part No. 618-10 ) used for self-recovery and to raise and lower the snowplow blade (Part No.
  • Page 52 SECTION 10 ACCESSORY INFORMATION Figure 10-2 Double Line 2. Periodically check the winch installation to assure that Figure 10.4 Incorrect and correct hook-up all bolts are tight. 9. It is a good idea to lay a heavy blanket or jacket over the 3.

  • Page 53: Tips For Extending The Life Of Your Winch

    16. Do not use the winch to hold the Argo in place during transportation. Use tie-down straps. 17. Maintain at least five turns of wire rope around wire rope drum to prevent the wire rope from pulling off un- der load.

  • Page 54: Handrail Kits (Part No. 639-20 & 839-20)

    126-84. rubber mounted 24" high x 48" wide tempered safety glass. It mounts to the top of the dash area of any Argo model, folds 10.16 CONVERTIBLE TOP (Part No. 649-33, 649-50 & down and secures in place over the hood and is required for 849-50) the convertible top.

  • Page 55: Alternator Kits (Part Nos. 650-60, 850-60 & 850-40)

    10.18 SNOW PLOW KIT (Part No. 657-00) The snow plow assembly attaches to the front of the Argo at WARNING two mounting brackets that bolt to the front axle bearing extension housings.

  • Page 56: Heater Kit - Conquest (Part No. 848-10)

    Argo 8 x 8 model. The seat cushion and back rest are easily removed 10.21 ROLL OVER PROTECTION STRUCTURES to use the rear compartment for cargo.

  • Page 57: Dump Box Kit (Part Nos. 835-00 & 835-01)

    SECTION 10 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 10.23 DUMP BOX KIT (Part Nos. 835-00 & 835-01) The dump box kit can be installed on any Argo 8 x 8. It improves the load carrying versatility of the Argo. WARNING Keep hands and arms clear when lowering box.

  • Page 58: Appendix 1

    APPENDIX 1 SPECIAL TOOLS 7R VICE GRIP MODIFICATION As detailed in Section 7, a pair of modified 7R Vice Grips is required to hold the ends of the drive chain together while inserting the connecting link. This tool can also be used to hold the ends of the idler chain together while inserting the connecting link.
  • Page 59 Tires - 3 months from the date of retail sale Ontario Drive & Gear Limited hereby warrants to the original retail purchaser that each new and unused ARGO is free from any defect in material or workmanship for the warranty period specified, under normal use and service by the original purchaser.
  • Page 60 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. ARGO MODEL __________________________________________________ ARGO SERIAL NO. ______________________________________________ ENGINE SERIAL NO. _____________________________________________ TRANSMISSION SERIAL NO. ______________________________________...

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