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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Ontario Drive & Gear Limited 220 Bergey Court New Hamburg, Ontario N3A 2J5 Telephone: (519) 662-2840, Fax: (519) 662-2421 www.centaur8x8.ca MANUAL NO. 671-102 Printed in Canada 2008/12/04...
- Page 2 A MESSAGE FROM THE PEOPLE WHO BUILT YOUR CENTAUR Thank you for selecting a CENTAUR off-road utility vehicle! Ontario Drive & Gear Limited has been building off road vehicles since 1967. By listening carefully to our customers and responding to their needs, we have been constantly improving them and will continue to do so.
- Page 3 Read this manual before you operate your CENTAUR. 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 text warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury or death. Cautions are identified in the text by the following symbol: Caution text contains cautions that can prevent damage to the vehicle.
- Page 4 PREFACE This manual describes the controls, operation and basic maintenance procedures for all CENTAUR vehicles. Please take the time to read this manual carefully, for your safety and that of others. By following these instructions, you will ensure extended, trouble free operation of your vehicle. For maintenance and adjustment of the engine, refer to the engine manufacturer’s operation and maintenance manual included in your vehicle’s information package.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE GENERAL INFORMATION AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION ........................1 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ......................1 WIND CHILL FACTOR ..........................1 MODEL IDENTIFICATION ........................1 1.4.1 Centaur Vehicle Capacity........................ 3 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS................3 CE MARKED CENTAURS.......................... 3 INFORMATION LABELS ........................... 4 GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN”... - Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE WINTER OPERATION ..........................13 5.7.1 Use on Ice Covered Bodies of Water .................... 13 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION ENGINE OIL INFORMATION ......................... 14 6.1.1 Checking the Engine Oil Level ....................14 6.1.2 Recommended Engine Oil ......................14 6.1.3 Changing Engine Oil ........................
- Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE To adjust the brake caliper ....................22 7.3.3 BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT ....................22 7.3.4 BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ....................23 To adjust the brake cable ....................23 HYDRAULIC BRAKE ..........................23 7.4.1 GENERAL .......................... 23 7.4.2 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL ......................
- Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 11.8 BILGE PUMP KIT (Part No. 849-146) ......................41 11.9 SNOW PLOW KIT (Part No. 657-106) ......................41 11.9.1 Operating Guidelines ........................41 11.10 UTILITY TRAILER (Part No. 695-80BL) ....................41 11.10.1 Operating Precautions ........................42 11.11 CAB HEATER (Part No.
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Page 9: General Information
SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION Centaur operators should be aware of the wind chill factor. Dress warmly and make sure exposed skin is protected. Pay While the Centaur has been designed with a one piece poly- particular attention that young passengers are properly dressed ethylene sealed lower body, the vehicle is not intended to be with their hands and faces well protected. - Page 10 SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Carefully observe the maximum load capacity for your vehicle on land as listed in the following: Model CENTAUR-G CENTAUR-DT Engine Make DM 954 G (Gasoline) DM 950 DT (Turbo Diesel) Briggs & Stratton Daihatsu Briggs & Stratton Daihatsu Type Naturally aspirated gasoline, in-line Turbo Diesel, in-line 3 Cylinder, 4 cycle, liquid cooled...
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Page 11: Centaur Vehicle Capacity
SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.4.1 Centaur Vehicle Capacity 1.6 CE MARKED CENTAURS CE marked Centaurs include: • Vehicle capacity includes occupants, cargo, fuel, and CE marked serial number label all accessories. Capacity for occupants and cargo is • horn, activated from driver’s compartment reduced by the weight of accessories as shown in the •... -
Page 12: Information Labels
SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.7 INFORMATION LABELS There are labels on all models which indicate operating hazards and provide special operating instructions. Information about the operation of the vehicle, correct fueling procedures, and steering system use has been provided on distinctive yellow and black labels fastened to the various locations on the CENTAUR. -
Page 13: General Operating Information
SECTION 2 GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION 2.1 NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN” PROCEDURE tions. Clear any debris that has accumulated. To obtain long term, trouble free service from your vehicle, 2.3 CARRYING PASSENGERS AND CARGO observe the following break-in guidelines: Keep cargo as low as possible and evenly distributed. 1. -
Page 14: Centaur 950 And 954 - Gasoline
SECTION 2 GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION Never use untreated gasoline that has been stored for more Keep fuel tank full. Do not over-fill. Allow space in tank for than 45 days. Stale gasoline can cause gum deposits to form fuel expansion. Check for fuel leaks at fuel filter, injector in the fuel lines and carburetor. -
Page 15: Operating Instructions
SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.2 BRAKES 3.1 STEERING The steering wheel is used to turn the vehicle whenever the The Centaur has a foot operated brake pedal. To stop the engine is running. When moving forward, steering is similar to vehicle, press firmly on the brake pedal. -
Page 16: Diesel Powered
SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS idle and turn ignition switch to the “OFF” position. Always remove key from ignition switch when leaving the vehicle unattended. 3.7 SELECTING AND CHANGING TRANSMISSION GEARS The CENTAUR is equipped with a four position transmission. The gearshift lever is located to the left of the dash. Figure 3-1. -
Page 17: Headlights
SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS only possible from the neutral position. Shifting works best when the engine is running. To shift into high gear after the engine is running: 1. Ensure that the lever is in neutral. Pause for a few seconds, and then;... -
Page 18: Driving Procedures
SECTION 4 DRIVING PROCEDURES 4.1 DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEAD Ensure the driver’s armrest (if equipped) is in the lowered When turning in reverse, steering operation is opposite position. Shift the transmission into LOW or HIGH. Press to automobiles, similar to backing up a trailer. down on the accelerator pedal slowly until the clutch system engages and the vehicle moves forward. -
Page 19: Driving Procedures In Unusual Conditions
SECTION 5 DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS 5.1 REMOTE AREA USE 5.3 UPHILL OPERATION When traveling in remote areas or when traveling long dis- tances, the following items are essential: Never accelerate or brake suddenly while driving up • a first aid kit or down a hill. -
Page 20: Water Crossing - General
SECTION 5 DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS 5.6 WATER CROSSING - GENERAL drain plug periodically. When removed, each drain plug remains attached to the hole opening to prevent loss or misplacement of the plug while the vehicle is draining. (Figure 5-2). The CENTAUR will sink if filled with water. -
Page 21: Entering The Water
SECTION 5 DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS contact with the bottom, stop and check thoroughly for water 5.7.1 Use on Ice Covered Bodies of Water entering the lower body. If a leak is detected, drive back onto shore. Drain the vehicle and repair the leak before re-entering the water. -
Page 22: Oil, Filter And Lubrication Information
SECTION 6 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION 6.1 ENGINE OIL INFORMATION Do not run the engine if the oil level is above the “F” mark or below the “L” mark. Premature engine damage Detailed information on standard workshop and safety or total engine failure can occur when the oil level is not procedures and general installation practices is not in- properly maintained. -
Page 23: Refilling The Engine
SECTION 6 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION There is limited space between the engine and transmis- sion. Cut down an empty plastic container to the correct height so it will fit under the engine oil drain. Make sure the container will hold the amount of oil in the engine. A ziploc plastic bag makes a convenient oil container. -
Page 24: Fuel Filter
SECTION 6 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION Check the paper air filter element every 100 hours of op- eration or more often under extremely dusty, dirty or wet conditions. For instructions to remove, clean and replace the air filter components, refer to the air cleaner section of the engine owner’s manual. -
Page 25: Transmission Oil Filter
SECTION 6 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION 6.3.4 Transmission Oil Filter The hydrostatic transmission is equipped with a disposable, spin-on oil filter. Replace this filter with a new one whenever Never use gasoline as a cleaning solvent. Gasoline is transmission oil is changed (Part # 610-114). extremely flammable and can explode if ignited, causing serious personal injury. -
Page 26: Maintenance Information
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 7.1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Detailed information on standard workshop and safety procedures and general installation practices is not included here. ODG assumes no responsibility or li- ability for PERSONAL INJURY or VEHICLE DAMAGE which results from any procedure performed, including those procedures outlined here. -
Page 27: Electrical System Fuses
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION cloth in the soda/water mixture and scrub the top of the bat- whenever there is a noticeable reduction in clutch perform- tery. After the foaming has stopped, flush with clean water ance. Replace the belt with Part No. 610-119 for Centaur 31 and dry with a clean cloth. -
Page 28: Clutch Maintenance
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 7.2.3 DRIVE CHAINS Drive Belt alignment and tension are pre-set at the factory and are not adjustable. They are critical for proper operation of the drive system. Return the vehicle to a CENTAUR dealer Roller chain “stretch” results from wear to the chain pins and if rapid belt wear occurs. -
Page 29: To Replace A Slider Block
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Repeat steps 1 to 3 until all chains are replaced. 7.2.4 TO REPLACE A SLIDER BLOCK Remove the floor pans. Pull up on the tensioner arm until slider block is not contacting chain. Remove the cotter pin, washer and slider block from the tensioner arm. -
Page 30: Mechanical Parking/Emergency Brake
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 7.3 MECHANICAL PARKING/EMERGENCY BRAKE 7.3.1 GENERAL Periodic inspection and adjustment of the parking/emergency brake system is required to maintain performance. Figure 7-12. Tightening the lock nut. Figure 7-11. Mechanical parking/emergency brake 7.3.2 BRAKE CALIPER ADJUSTMENT With the engine cover and transmission cover removed, in- spect the mechanical brake caliper assembly. -
Page 31: Brake Cable Adjustment
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Start up and drive the vehicle for 10 minutes. Stop the engine and check that the parking brake caliper has not been dragging. A strong ‘brake material’ smell and a very hot brake disk would indicate that the parking brake caliper is adjusted too tight. -
Page 32: Changing Brake Fluid
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION (or equivalent) removable compound on the threads of the SHCS mounting bolts and tighten securely. Do not overfill the brake master cylinders. Fluid level must be at the top of the view window. Overfilling can cause seal damage. Use only SILICONE - DOT5 BRAKE FLUID. -
Page 33: Steering System
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Check the area around the exhaust system periodically 7.5.2 STEERING WHEEL & LOCK ADJUSTMENT for accumulated debris, particularly when traveling through dry vegetation. Failure to inspect and clean Adjust the steering cable so that the wheel will be centered the exhaust system on a regular basis may create a fire when released. -
Page 34: Hydrostatic Transmission Drive Belt
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 7.6 SHIFTING SYSTEM 7.6.1 SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTMENT Locate the shift rods at the rear of the transmission on the passengers side. Shift gear box into neutral, ensuring that the shift rods are aligned. At the shift box, locate the cables where they are fastened at the entry point of the shift box assembly. -
Page 35: Maintenance Schedule
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION BEFORE EVERY EACH AFTER INITIAL SECTION 10hrs. 25hrs. 25hrs. 50hrs. 100hrs. 150hrs. 300hrs. REF. CHECK COOLANT LEVEL CHECK FAN BELT TENSION CHECK FUEL LEVEL CHECK TIRE INFLATION CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION CHECK BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION CHECK STEERING WHEEL TRAVEL CHECK ENGINE INTAKE/EXH. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
SECTION 8 TROUBLE SHOOTING MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION (SYMPTOM) Electric starter inoperative 1. Loose electrical connections 1. Clean and re-tighten electrical connections 2. Battery charge low or dead 2. Recharge battery or replace as necessary 3. Faulty starter motor 3. -
Page 37: Trouble Shooting
SECTION 8 TROUBLE SHOOTING MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION (SYMPTOM) Water leaks into lower body 1. Leak has developed at the axle 1. Replace the flange seal. assembly 2. Lower body is cut or punctured 2. Repair or replace vehicle skid plate and/or lower body. -
Page 38: Cleaning And Storage
SECTION 9 CLEANING AND STORAGE 9.1 CLEANING THE VEHICLE Wash the vehicle body with a household detergent and rinse Do not store the battery near flames, sparks or any source with water. Flush dirt out of the lower body by using a high of fire. -
Page 39: Potential Hazards
SECTION 10 POTENTIAL HAZARDS POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARD Operating the Centaur New or inexperienced operators should read and The risk of accident is greatly increased if the op- without reading and understand the Operator’s Manual. They should erator does not know how to operate the Centaur understanding the Op- then regularly practice the operating techniques... - Page 40 SECTION 10 POTENTIAL HAZARDS POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARD Failure to enter the wa- You may cause waves, which will enter the Cen- The point of entry should be free of rocks, stumps ter correctly. taur and cause it to take in water, which could and other obstacles.
- Page 41 SECTION 10 POTENTIAL HAZARDS POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARD Use of improper tires on the Centaur, or opera- Always use the size and type tires specified in Operating the Centaur tion of the Centaur with improper or uneven tire this Operator’s Manual for this Centaur.
- Page 42 SECTION 10 POTENTIAL HAZARDS POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARD Improperly crossing Side slope operation greatly increases the risk of Do not drive your vehicle across the side of a hills or turning on rolling the vehicle over sideways. hill.
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Page 43: Accessory Information
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 11.1 GENERAL This section deals with accessories that have been specifically designed for the CENTAUR and can be purchased separately from your dealer. Special operating procedures and safety precautions must be observed before operating or using certain accessories. -
Page 44: Operating Precautions
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION Figure 11-2. Deflated tires into track Figure 11-4. Re-inflating tires. 11.3.2 Operating Precautions A Centaur equipped with tracks cannot be used in water or over frozen bodies of water. Tracked Centaur models have a reduced capacity on land. Refer to Section 1.4.1 of this manual for additional information on operating capacities. -
Page 45: Winter Track Kit (Part No.849-160)
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 11.4 WINTER TRACK KIT (Part No. 849-160) Available in a ladder style, belted snow track, 22" wide for minimal ground pressure, 1.85" steel grouser for maximum Damage to the extension studs, bolts, or axle extension snow penetration. may occur if the extension studs are not tightened cor- rectly. -
Page 46: Removal Of Tracks
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 3. Pull the remaining track around the rear tire and forward If a Centaur is taken outdoors into freezing temperatures after to the front of the vehicle. the track system has been installed indoors at normal room temperature, the tires will lose air pressure. -
Page 47: Winch Kit (Part No. 849-114)
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 11.6 WINCH KIT (Part No. 849-114) DO NOT “move” your vehicle to assist the winch in pull- ing a load. The combination of the winch and vehicle The 3500 lbs. winch mounts permanently to the front of the pulling together could overload the wire rope and the Centaur and can be used for self-recovery and to raise and winch itself. -
Page 48: Tips For Extending The Life Of Your Winch
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION Figure 11-13. Correct positioning for continuous pulls. Figure 11-10. Incorrect hook-up. 12. Always operate the winch with an unobstructed view of 9. It is a good idea to lay a heavy blanket or jacket over the the winching operation. -
Page 49: Receiver Winch Kit (Part No. 849-123)
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 2. Do not allow motor to overheat. Remember, the winch is only for intermittent use. During long or heavy pulls the motor will get hot. The internal parts will be hotter than The pump is not designed to run dry. Use only when the case. -
Page 50: Operating Precautions
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 11.11 CAB HEATER (Part No. 848-110) The Centaur can be fitted with a 17000 BTU cab heater. It DO NOT exceed maximum load capacity for your specific is equipped with a 3-speed dual fan motor. This will provide application. -
Page 51: Light Guard Kit (Part No. 849-134)
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION 11.15 LIGHT GUARD KIT (Part No. 849-134) The light guards prevent brush and tree limbs from making direct contact with the vehicle driving lights. It can be installed as a stand alone item or combined with the brush guard. 11.16 BRUSH GUARD KIT (Part No. -
Page 52: Appendix 1
APPENDIX 1 SPECIAL TOOLS 10R VICE GRIP MODIFICATION As detailed in Section 7, a pair of modified 10R Vice Grips (Part No. 658-38) 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 53 NOTES...
- Page 54 NOTES...
- Page 55 Centaur New Vehicle Limited Warranty The warranty period is limited to 12 months or 750 hours of operation from the date of retail sale, with the fol- lowing exceptions: Engine: 24 months from the date of retail sale separately by the engine manufacturer’s service net- work Exide Battery: 12 months free replacement from the date of retail sale by the battery manufacturer service...
- Page 56 CENTAUR 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. CENTAUR MODEL ______________________________________________ CENTAUR SERIAL NO. ____________________________________________ ENGINE SERIAL NO. ______________________________________________ TRANSMISSION SERIAL NO. _______________________________________ SOLD TO: _______________________________________________________ STREET ADDRESS: _______________________________________________ CITY OR TOWN: ___________________ PROV/STATE: ___________________...