Table of Contents
Advertisement
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Related Manuals for Argo 8x8 750 HDI
Summary of Contents for Argo 8x8 750 HDI
- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL MANUAL NO. 671-20 Printed in Canada 04/2010...
- Page 2 Your safety and the safety of all ARGO users is of the greatest concern to us. You will find numer- ous 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 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 text warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury or death.
- Page 4 • No one under the age of 16 should be allowed to operate the ARGO. Children under the age of 16 may not have the skills, abili- ties or judgement needed to operate the Argo safely and may be involved in an accident causing severe injury or death.
-
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Right Turn ......................13 BACKING THE VEHICLE UP ..................13 4.4.1 Turning the Vehicle While Backing Up ............... 13 ARGO 750HDI OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............. 14 4.5.1 Selecting Forward, Neutral, Reverse, High or Low - HDi ........14 4.5.2 HDi Recommended Gear Selections ..............14 DRIVING PROCEDURES DURING UNUSUAL CONDITIONS REMOTE AREA USE ....................... - Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 5.6.1 Entering Water ....................17 5.6.2 Driving Procedures in Water ................17 5.6.3 Driving Out of Water ..................17 5.6.4 Outboard Motor Bracket ..................17 WINTER OPERATION ....................18 5.7.1 Use on Ice Covered Bodies of Water ..............18 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION ENGINE OIL INFORMATION ..................
- Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE DRIVE SYSTEM & TIRES ....................28 7.2.1 DRIVE BELT ......................28 Drive Belt Removal ....................29 Drive Belt Installation ....................29 7.2.2 CLUTCH MAINTENANCE ..................29 Clutch Inspection ...................... 29 7.2.3 DRIVE CHAINS ...................... 29 Drive Chain Removal ....................
- Page 8 Rubber Tracks ........................54 11.3.9 Installation Instructions (625-50 & 825-50-1 Rubber Track Systems) ......54 11.3.10 Removal of 625-50 & 825-50-1 Argo Rubber Track Systems ......... 56 11.4 ICE CLEAT KIT (Part Nos. 625-20, 825-20 & 825-21) ..............56 11.5 OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET - SIDE MOUNT (Part No.
-
Page 9: General Information
H - 8x8 Avenger 750 EFI Refer to the chart to identify these symptoms. Take immedi- - 8x8 Frontier 650 ate corrective action or take the vehicle to an Argo dealer for F - 6x6 Frontier 650 service. M - 6x6 Frontier 580... - Page 10 Briggs & Stratton Vanguard, 627 cc cooler cleaner running (23 h.p.) V-Twin, 4 cycle, air cooled Transmission: 2 forward speeds, neutral and reverse 8x8 750 HDi (P) Clutch: Variable speed torque converter Engine: Kohler 748 cc (31 h.p.) V-twin 4 cycle, liquid cooled Fuel Capacity: 27 Litre (5.9 Imp.
-
Page 11: Argo Vehicle Capacity
Briggs & Stratton Vanguard, 480 cc, V-Twin, 4 cycle, air cooled Transmission: 2 forward speeds, neutral and reverse Do NOT use an Argo on water when equipped with a Clutch: Variable speed torque converter snow plow. Do NOT use an Argo 6x6 in water when Fuel Capacity: 27 Litre (5.9 Imp. -
Page 12: Identification And Location Of Controls
SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS... -
Page 13: 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 14: New Vehicle "Break-In" Procedure
Refer to Section 6.2.3 and 6.2.4 for transmission 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 15: Operators With Disabilities
If parts of your body are pain insensitive, please take extra care to ensure that your skin does not touch components of the Argo that may be hot. Also, be aware of hot air exhaust outlets and moving parts. The information below pertains to safety procedures,... -
Page 16: Fueling The Vehicle
SECTION 2 GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION Land Operation tions, an ARGO can be driven for 7 to 12 hours on one tank of fuel. Verify your vehicle’s actual fuel consumption before When operating the vehicle on land, make sure all occupants attempting any long trips. -
Page 17: Instrument Cluster
SECTION 2 GENERAL OPERATING INFORMATION Never use gasoline or other harsh solvents to clean the Argo body. All Camouflage material is especially vulner- able to damage and peeling if it comes into contact with gasoline. Take precautionary action when refueling to protect the body from any such occurances. -
Page 18: Operating Instructions
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. To make a right hand turn, the rear of the vehicle skids out to the left. -
Page 19: Neutral Start Switch
Connect the 2 wires that are labelled "override" together. This bypasses the neutral start switch on the transmission. Have the problem corrected by your Argo dealer ASAP. Connect these two wires together and start the unit. -
Page 20: Selecting And Changing Transmission Gears
Forward gear is located to the left of neutral and All ARGO vehicles are equipped with 2 headlights that are reverse gear to the right of neutral. (See Figure 3-6.) PLEASE operated through the dash mounted light switch. -
Page 21: Driving Procedures
Ensure that the steering handle bar is centred. Turn the throt- tle twist grip slowly until the clutch engages and the vehicle The ARGO is a skid steer vehicle. The rear of the vehicle moves backwards. Increase speed by gradually turning the swings outward during a turn. -
Page 22: Argo 750Hdi Operating Instructions
4.5 ARGO 750HDI OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Trails and higher speed driving: Recommended gear selec- The 2010 ARGO 750 HDi is equipped with the ADMIRAL tion HIGH range: In High range, the 750HDi will turn as steering transmission. The ADMIRAL is a triple differential tight as most ATV’s and UTV’s, which is ideal for trail riding. -
Page 23: Driving Procedures During Unusual Conditions
5.2 ANGLE OF OPERATION Always approach the hill head on to minimize the possibility When operating any Argo vehicle on an angle, (up and down of sliding sideways, or rolling over. Gently apply the brakes hills or across uneven terrain that causes the vehicle to tilt to control downward vehicle speed. -
Page 24: Side Slope Operation
DRIVING PROCEDURES IN UNUSUAL CONDITIONS 5.5 SIDE SLOPE OPERATION 5. Do not use the Argo in water when equipped with tracks unless it is also equipped with an outboard motor. The Do not drive your vehicle across the side of a hill. Side slope tracks do not propel the Argo in water. -
Page 25: Entering Water
Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional outboard mo- If the body of water must be entered from a steep slope or tor bracket (ARGO Part No. 617-09 or 617-10) to mount an uneven terrain, back the vehicle into the water. With the en- outboard motor up to 9.9 h.p. -
Page 26: Winter Operation
• Store the vehicle indoors or under cover. Avoid turning as the Argo is climbing out to avoid vehicle • • Equip your vehicle with snow tracks for travel over deep tip-over. -
Page 27: 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 FULL mark or below the ADD mark. Premature engine dam- Detailed information on standard workshop and safety age or total engine failure can occur when the oil level procedures and general installation practices is not is not properly maintained. -
Page 28: Changing Engine Oil
Check the transmission oil level every 50 operating hours. the first 8 hours of operation for the Briggs & Stratton engine Most models of the ARGO are equipped with a transmission and the first 20 hours of operation for the Kohler Aegis engine. -
Page 29: Checking The Transmission Oil Level - Hdi
SECTION 6 OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION Figure 6-4b. HDi transmission. 6.2.3 Changing the Transmission Oil - Avenger and Figure 6-4a. 34-100 Transmission showing dipstick and drain Frontier plug locations Change the transmission oil after the first 20 hours of operation, The transmission oil level should be even with the mark on or after using 2 tanks of fuel. -
Page 30: Refilling The Transmission - Hdi
Owner’s Manual. 6.3.2 Fuel Filter - Avenger and HDi All models of the ARGO are equipped with an in-line fuel filter. HDi and Avenger EFI models have 1 fuel filter, located in the rear Figure 6-5. Transmission Oil Capacity compartment at the fuel tank (Part No. -
Page 31: Fuel Filter - Frontier
6.3.3 Fuel Filter - Frontier A complete service of the clutch units is required after On all other Argo models the fuel filter is located at the engine every 250 hours of operation. To perform this procedure, the (ARGO Part No. 125-64). -
Page 32: Outer Axle Flange And Bearing Lubrication
Allow the idler chains to re-greasing every 25 hours of operation or before the vehicle dry thoroughly, re-lubricate them generously with Argo chain is taken out of service for any extended period. Use a pistol lube and re-install. -
Page 33: Idler Shaft Bearing Lubrication
50 hour intervals. Only a small amount of grease is required. Figure 6-10. HDi outer bearing grease. To promote regular maintenance of important Argo compo- Figure 6-11. Inner axle flange grease nipple. nents, Ontario Drive & Gear has provided an access hole through each rim and hub for ease of bearing lubrication. -
Page 34: Maintenance Information
If the battery loses its electrical charge, remove the battery wire. from the ARGO and recharge it with a 12 volt battery charger at the rate of 10-12 amps maximum. The battery should 7.1.2 Battery - ARGO Part No. 127-54 (Exide 45-60) remain on charge until the specific gravity reaches 1.265 on... -
Page 35: Charging And Testing The Battery Optima
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION nificant decreases in performance. However, the design of many standard constant-voltage chargers may not permit it to recognize a battery with a voltage below 10.5 volts. If the OCV is less than 10.5 volts, take the following steps to get the OPTIMA battery to accept a charge: A Begin the process by connecting a good battery to the charger. -
Page 36: Electrical System Fuses
7.1.3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FUSES replace the assembly with Part No. 807-67. All models of the ARGO are equipped with push-in type au- 9. Return the screen assembly to the tailpipe and outlet tube tomotive fuses. The fuses protect the electrical circuits of the assembly and re-fasten it with the screw and internal tooth vehicle. -
Page 37: Drive Belt Removal
To prevent sprocket damage and unnecessary breakdowns, and are not adjustable. They are critical for proper operation replace the chains when: of the drive system. Return the vehicle to an ARGO dealer if rapid belt wear occurs. • the chain tensioner can no longer take up the chain... -
Page 38: Drive Chain Removal
Secure it in this position with a Vice-Grip the connecting link is difficult without this tool. Modi- fied Vice Grips can be ordered from your ARGO dealer 10CR as illustrated in Figure 7-4. (ARGO Part No. 658-08) or refer to Appendix 1 for modification information. -
Page 39: Drive Chain Take-Up System
Each chain tensioner has a single UHMW slider block. Inspect the UHMW slider blocks for wear after the first 100 hours and every 50 hours thereafter. Replace the blocks (ARGO Part No. 606-44) when the wear groove, as shown in Figure 7-9, measures 1/4"... -
Page 40: Idler Chain - Avenger And Frontier
80ft./lbs. 750 HDi does not employ idler chains in its design. All ARGO vehicles are equipped with 2 idler chains to transfer power from the output shafts of the transmission to the drive chains through a series of sprockets. They are located on each side of the transmission. -
Page 41: Removal Of Idler Chains
3.5 psi (17 to 24 kPa). Maximum operating pressure is 7 psi (48 kPa). 3. Remove the idler chain from the vehicle. A special low pressure tire gauge (ARGO Part No. 619-10) is available from your ARGO dealer. 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to remove the other idler chain. -
Page 42: Tire Repair And Replacement
ARGO dealer. Replace badly worn or damaged tires with original equip- ment Argo tires. Consult your ARGO dealer if in doubt. Any other tires (size, type or tread pattern), will affect the skid steering characteristics of the vehicle and may cause vehicle damage. -
Page 43: Changing Brake Fluid
Use only SILICONE - DOT5 BRAKE FLUID. Other plate is worn to 0.10" thickness. (Figure 7-18). brake fluid is not compatible with ARGO brake compo- • the pads are glazed and brake performance is affected. -
Page 44: Handbrake Inspection
Figure 7-19. Removing the brake pads from the brake caliper. Handbrake Inspection The ARGO HDi is equipped with a hydraulic handbrake system. This consists of an independent set of hydraulic brake calipers and brake discs. The master cylinder is mounted on the left side steering bar. -
Page 45: Brake Pad Inspection Procedure
1/4 turn. 2. Pull the top of the firewall rearward moving the throttle Do NOT operate the ARGO with the firewall removed. cable clear of the area at the steering column that it is routed through. Push the rubber gear shift boot back into 7.3.5 HAND BRAKE ADJUSTMENT... - Page 46 SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Both left and righthand side emergency/parking brake caliper pads should be changed in pairs. Do not attempt to just replace one side. The emergency/parking brake system has been factory adjusted to ensure proper braking effectiveness. However, before the vehicle is used for the first time, and after every 25 hours of operation, the adjustment of the brake must be inspected.
-
Page 47: Brake Plunger Adjustment
Adjust if necessary. 13. Check the effectiveness of the parking brake by parking the Argo on the steepest hill encountered and by loading to it’s maximum working load. The parking brake should hold the Argo from moving. -
Page 48: Brake Cooling System
• keeping electrical connections tight and components se- curely mounted. An annual complete check over of your ARGO vehicle is recommended. This will reduce maintenance costs Note: HDi models - no cooling fan over the life of your vehicle and ensure it will function properly during use periods. -
Page 49: Daily Checklist
SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION 7.4 DAILY CHECKLIST - Minimum Recommendation AVENGER FRONTIER ♦ Check/Clean Air Intake Screen ♦ Check/Clean Air Intake Screen ♦ Check/Clean Air Intake Screen ♦ Check/Clean Exhaust Screen ♦ Check/Clean Exhaust Screen ♦ Check/Clean Exhaust Screen ♦ Check Parking/Emergency Brake ♦... -
Page 50: Maintenance Schedule
The intervals shown on the schedule are based on average operating conditions. Vehicles which are subjected to severe use and wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent servicing. Use only Argo replacement parts to ensure safe operation of the vehicle and to comply with the warranty coverage. -
Page 51: Troubleshooting
1. See “Vehicle pulls to right” - substitute right with left HDi - Vehicle does not shift into 1. Hi/Low shift cable adjustment 1. Take the vehicle to an Argo dealer Hi from Low or Low from Hi for servicing Handbrake failure - Avenger 1. - Page 52 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 53: Cleaning And Storage
Read the engine operator’s manual and carry out all recom- mended storage procedures. Add fuel stabilizer (ARGO Part No. 127-77) to the fuel tank and fill with fresh gasoline. Run the engine for a few minutes to allow the treated fuel to reach the carburetor. -
Page 54: Potential Hazards
16 to operate skills, abilities, or judgement needed to operate this vehicle. the Argo safely and may be involved in an ac- cident causing severe injury or death. Operating or riding Wear an approved safety helmet and eye protec-... - Page 55 WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARD Operating or driv- If you lose control of the Argo in water and it All occupants must wear an approved personal ing the Argo in water capsizes and sinks, the driver and passengers...
- Page 56 POTENTIAL WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD HAZARD Use of improper tires on the Argo, or operation Always use the size and type tires specified in Operating the Argo of the Argo with improper or uneven tire pres- this Operator’s Manual for this Argo.
- Page 57 Operator’s Manual. Skidding or sliding. You may lose control of the Argo. You may also Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by regain traction unexpectedly which may cause practising at slow speeds and on level, smooth the Argo to overturn.
-
Page 58: Accessory Information
Track) Cargo tie downs are intended to assist in securing a load in the rear compartment of any Argo. Use rope or elastic cords, 1. Join 2 track segments together, lining up the 1/4" holes. See Fig. 11-1. Hammer a track pin through the holes, placing laced over the load and through the tie down rings, to hold the load in place. -
Page 59: Installing The Axle Extension (Supertrack & Rubber Track)
- 31 segments each side for 6x6 However, it is very important that with the Super Tracks and Rubber Tracks installed, the wheel nuts of the Argo Frontier; 29 segments for V699 are tightened to 55 ft. lbs. (75 N.m) initially, re-torqued... -
Page 60: Standard And Super Track Installation
SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION For all Avenger and Frontier models, tires must be checked for size and installed in a specific order as shown in the charts , Figure 11-7. If this is not done, chain windup will happen causing damage to the chain tensioning system and possibly, to other drive system components. -
Page 61: Removal Of Standard And Super Tracks
Note: Putting too much tension in the track will severely Over inflation of the tires will cause excessive and prema- ture wear of the tires and ARGO track system, and may stress the axles, bearings and frame. cause axle and/or axle bearing damage. Under inflation of the tires may allow them to slip in the track or may 15. -
Page 62: Operating Precautions (All Track Systems)
STUMPS OR ROCKS. Do not use the Argo in water when equipped with tracks unless 11.3.8 625-50 & 825-50-1 Rubber Tracks it is also equipped with an outboard motor. The tracks do not propel the Argo in water. - Page 63 SECTION 11 ACCESSORY INFORMATION Deflate the front and rear (or all tires) for easier instal- lation of the final track pin. Join the two ends of the track and secure them in place with C-Clamps as shown in Figure 11-10, so that the holes of the hinge lacing line up.
-
Page 64: Removal Of 625-50 & 825-50-1 Argo Rubber Track Systems
11.4 ICE CLEAT ASSEMBLY (Part Nos. 625-20, 825- 20 & 825-21) ARGO ice cleats are stamped steel cleats that bolt to the outer edges of the Rubber Tracks or Super Track segments to grip on hard pack snow and ice to improve traction and stopping. -
Page 65: Argo Storage Covers (Part Nos. 621-21; 821-20 & 821-40)
11.7 POWER WINCH (Part Nos. 622-105 & 622-110) 4. KEEP WINCHING AREA CLEAR. Do not allow people The power winch mounts to the front of the Argo and can be to remain in the area during winching operations. Do not used for self-recovery and to raise and lower the snowplow step over a taut wire rope or allow anyone else to do so. - Page 66 15. When using your winch to move a load, place the vehicle transmission in neutral, set vehicle parking brake, chock all wheels, and keep the engine running. 16. Do not use the winch to hold the Argo in place during transportation. Use tie-down straps. Figure 11-20. Using a cloth damper.
-
Page 67: Tips For Extending The Life Of Your Winch
The wire rope is now permanently damaged and of the vehicle. must be replaced. The tow hook is not intended to secure an Argo to a trailer or truck bed. Body deformation could result from a downward pull. -
Page 68: Windshield (Part No. 648-79 & 648-80)
24" high x 48" wide laminated safety glass. the occupants and offers the option of rolling up or removing It mounts to the top of the dash area of any Argo model, folds the side doors, rear door and rear side panels while leaving down and secures in place over the hood and is required for the overhead portion in place. -
Page 69: Alternator Accessory For Avenger (Part No. 850-54)
Argo retailer service 695-80BL) the system soon. The Argo four wheel amphibious trailer is designed as an ad- Check the V-belt tension frequently to be sure belt deflection ditional cargo carrier for any Argo model. It is not intended is no more than 1/8"... -
Page 70: Roll Over Protective Structures (Part Nos. 648-47; 848-40-2; 848-40-4; 849-90-2 & 849-90-4)
Never place or carry anything on top of the ROPS. design, providing a back rest and more comfort for two per- sons riding in the rear compartment of any current Argo 8 x Roll Over Protective Structures (ROPS) are designed for use 8 model. -
Page 71: Roll Bar Accessory (Part No. 648-15)
ACCESSORY INFORMATION 11.20 ROLL BAR ACCESSORY (Part No. 648-15) The roll bar is designed for use on all Argo 6 x 6 models. The This outlet is NOT designed to support nor should it be roll bar provides some roll over protection and lap belts for used as a cigarette lighter socket. -
Page 72: Appendix 1
APPENDIX 1 SPECIAL TOOLS 7R VICE GRIP MODIFICATION (Part No. 658-08) 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 73 NOTES...
- Page 74 NOTES...
- Page 75 ARGO and CENTAUR New Vehicle Limited Warranty The warranty period is limited to 12 months for ARGO models and 12 months or 750 hours for CENTAUR models from the date of the original retail sale, with the following exceptions: Briggs & Stratton Engine – 24 months from the date of retail sale separately by the engine manufacturer’s service network.
- Page 76 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. ______________________________________...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 8x8 750 HDI and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers