Operating Instructions

Before Starting The Tractor

1.Clean the tractor.

2.Ensure that the windshield, windows, mirrors and external lights are clean.

3.Ensure that the windshield washer reservoir is full.

4.Make all prestart checks according to preventive maintenance schedule.

5.Check coolant level in surge tank & oil level in engine, transmission and steering.

6.Check fuel level in fuel tank.

7.Ensure all the tires are properly inflated as per the load conditions.

8.For operator’s maximum comfort, adjust seat suspension as per the operator’s weight. Also adjust seat position forward or rearward as per operators convenience to operate all controls and switches.

9.If, necessary, ballast the tractor.

10.Adjust wheel tread, if necessary.

11.Adjust stabilizer and three point linkage.

12.Ensure all sensor and harness connections are secured properly.

13.Battery should be in charged condition, no loose contact at starter motor and battery terminals.

14.Hydraulics or PTO load should be disengaged to avoid load on starter motor during starting.

15.Check the DEF level in DEF tank.

16.Check the battery voltage and it’s connections.

17.Clean battery terminals if corroded.

18.Visually check for leaks of fuel, oil, DEF and coolant. Take corrective measures if any are observed.

Starting the Tractor

1. Move the controls as under : a.F-R shuttle switch in neutral. b.Clutch pedal should be pressed. c.PC and DC levers in lowermost position. d.PTO lever is in neutral. e.Auxiliary valve lever is in neutral position.

2.Turn the Key to ON position and observe SELF TEST function of instrument cluster.

3.Turn the starter key in clockwise to engage the starter and hold in this position till the engine fires.When released, the key springs back to the “ON” position.

4.Idle the Engine for 1 to 2 minutes before driving it. If required, warm-up the engine at suitable speed. For faster warm-up, raise the engine rpm to approx. 2000.

NOTE :

1.Starting safety interlock has been provided in F-R shuttle switch, clutch switch and SLIPTO lever.

2.Disconnect the Battery Negative cable in case of tractor idle for 1 week or more to avoid the battery draining.

3.DO NOT remove the Negative cable (-VE) immediately after the ignition OFF, wait 5 minutes to avoid interruption of after run operation.

The engine should not be put under full load immediately after start.

Do not accelerate the engine rapidly.

Never push or tow the tractor to start the engine. Doing so may overstress the drive train.

Do not crank the starter continuously for more than 10 seconds to avoid starter motor failure.

Don't operate the engine in low idle speed for more than 15 mins. Doing so will affect the performance of the turbocharger.

Do not use starting fluid. Tractor is equipped with intake manifold heater.

Don’t turn the ignition key to start position while engine is running. Doing so might damage the starter motor.

Stopping the Engine

a.Idle the Engine for 1 to 2 minutes.

b.Turn the Key to “OFF” position.

NOTE: It is normal for the engine to be louder and have bluish-white exhaust smoke during engine warm-up. The amount of smoke depends on the temperature of air entering the engine. In cold weather, idle the engine and warm-up for 5 minutes at approx. 2000 rpm before loading.

Winter Care

The intake manifold heater element (A) is provided in engine intake manifold to aid the engine starting during cold weather [for temperatures below 77°F (25°C)].

When the Key is turned to “ON” position, the element is activated. The heater indicator in the instrument cluster indicates the heater element operation. Based on the prevailing ambient cold temperature, the heater operating duration is adjusted automatically. The element continues to heat the air in the intake manifold for some specific duration.

Follow the below procedure during the cold weather starts:

1.Turn the Key to "ON" position and wait till the heater indicator is put-off .

2.Crank the engine when the heater indicator is put-off.

NOTE: Engine runs at a higher low idle rpm (about 1400 rpm) and drops gradually to the normal idling speed (850 rpm) until coolant temperature reaches to 77°F (25°C).

The heater indicator glows for some specific duration after starting the engine, depending on the ambient temperature.

Block Heater

The engine is equipped with Intake Manifold Heater for easy startability in cold conditions. However to enhance the startability in cold ambient conditions below -5ºC, the tractor is equipped with provision for fitment of block heater (an optional fitment). This block heater can be fitted on the crankcase above the Startor motor after removing the plugs.

A block heater kit consisting of requisite spares is available with Mahindra dealer. Contact your nearest Mahindra dealer for further details on installation and maintenance of block heater.

Follow the below steps for the block heater usage:

1.Disconnect the battery negative cable.

2.Remove the startor motor guard by loosening the nut to access the block heater.

3.Connect the wiring connector to block heater as shown in the picture.

4.Do the engine block heating overnight.

5.After heating switch off the heater & remove the wiring connector.

6.Assemble the startor motor guard after removing the wiring connector.

7.Connect the battery negative cable & start the vehicle.