Versatile 256 276 II Tractor Operator’s Manual Instant Download (Publication No.42025620)

OPERATOR'S MANUAL 256/276 II TRACTOR

V_E_R_S_A_TI_L_E_ _ I~l FORD I\EW HOLLAI\D

@19a1 FORO NEW HOLLAND. INC.

WARRANTY VERSATILE PRODUCTS Ford New Holland, Inc. or New Holland of Canada Ltd., hereinafter called the "Company", warrants to each purchaser of farm equipment bearing the Versatile brand name from an authorized dealer that such equipment is free from defects in material and workmanship (except tires, tubes, and Cummins engines which are warranted as defined by the respective manufacturer) in accordance with the following provisions: All warranty periods begin with the date of first retail sale or first use, whether it be through rental , lease, or special demonstration program, whichever occurs first.

This warranty is for the benefit of the original or subsequent purchaser during the remaining warranty period where the equipment is purchased from an authorized dealer of Versatile products. The warranty only applies if the equipment has been used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the Operator's Manual.

The basic farm equipment warranty shall be 12 months. Specific tractor driveline components are extended to 24 months or 2,000 hours, whichever comes first. The obligation of the Company under this warranty is limited to repairing , or at its option replaCing any part(s} which, in the Company's judgment is defective.

Except as set forth above, THE COMPANY SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY OF ANY KINO ON ACCOUNT OF ANY OF ITS EQUIPMENT .AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THE COMPANY MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SPECIFICALLY, THE COMPANY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS. SOME STATES OR PROVINCES 00 NOT PERMIT LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS IN THIS WARRANTY MAY NOT APPLY. The specific details of the Owner's Warranty, outlined in more detail in "Warranty Detail" below are expressive of the quality built into your equipment.

When you invested in this equipment, you became eligible for the protection of the Company's Warranty.

WARRANTY DETAIL The following information explains the details of the Company warranty on Versatile products. Thase detaiis include an expianation of the criteria for determining warranty. those items covered by warranty, those not covered, and information on how to obtain warranty service.

Extended/LiriUIed Drivetrain Warranty In addition to the basic warranty, the following items are covered by an extended warranty to a maximum of 24 months or 2.000 hours, whichever comes first: - Hydrostatic Drive and Transmission case and all internal parts, transmission mounts, drivelines, and U-joints.

- Axles, Differentials, dropbox housings and all internal parts.

- Main Frame, Front and rear weldments.

- Power Take-Off clutch, dropbox hOUSings and all internal parts, drivelines and U-joints.

Warranty Determination Defective parts and the labor to replace same. are covered by this warranty. Any part or parts of a product found to be defective, will , in accordance with the provisions of this warranty. be repaired or replaced by an authorized dealer of Versatile products.

Items Covered by Warranty This warranty includes the replacement or repair of any part or parts of machines or attachments on Versatile products purchased from an authorized dealer (except tires, and tubes, and Cummins engi nes ) which are defective in material, workmanship. or both. Tires. tubes, and Cumm ins eng ines will be warranted as defined by their manufacturer.

When premature part(s) failure can be attributed to normal use, and defective material or workmanship cannot be accurately defined, the allowance may be prorated according to the amount of use and known operating conditions.

Genuine Versatile brand name replacement parts will be warranted for 90 days from date of purchase. or the remainder of the original equipment warranty period, whichever is longer.

Obtaining Warranty Service To obtain warranty service. contact the authorized dealer from whom the machine was purChased. If this is not practical. any dealer authorized to sell Versatile products may perform warranty work , Engine warranty service shall be ha.ndled by th e local Cummins dealer.

Items Not Covered 1. Dealer Travel Time - The customer shall be responsible for payment of dealer travet time to the machine or to deliver the machine to the dealer's service shop for repair. This warranty does not cover travel time.

2. Used Equipment - This warranty shall apply only to equipment sold by an authorized dealer. With the exception of special Extended Service Plans or other Owner Protection Programs, the Company shall have no liability for used equipment sold beyond the specified coverage period. All other used equipment is sold "AS IS".

3. Tires, Tubes - Tires and tubes shall be warranted by the respectiv e manufacturers selling dealer or by local representatives of the manufacturer.

4. Modified or Altered Equipment - No warranty shall apply on any equipment or parts that have been modified, or altered in any way without prior approval and knowledge of the Company. Nor is there warranty if service, other than normal replacement of service items, is performed by someone other than an authorized deafer.

5. Normal Wear or Maintenance Parts - The Company shail not be responsible for normal replacement parts such as cutting knives. chains, belts, clutches, filters, oil, or other parts which are worn out. unless they are determined to be defective in material or workmanship.

6. Miscellaneous - No warranty shall apply to damage resulting from accident, misapplication. abuse, or damage caused by environment (such as exposure to corros ive material). The Company shall not be responsible for rental equipment used to replace the equipment being repaired, loss of ti me. or loss of use of product. or damage caused by improper servicing .

Leased, Rented, or Special Purchase Plan When a unit is leased, rented or used by a customer on a Special Purchase Plan, the warranty period starts on the date the un it is fi rst leased, rented. or otherwise put to use. If the unit is sold prior to the expiration of the warranty, the warranty will continue in effect for the remainder of the warranty period.

About Improvements The Company is continually striving to im prove its products, and therefore reserves the right to make improvements or changes when it becomes practical and possible to do so.

Without incurring any obligations to make changes or additions to the equipment sold previously.

OWNER ASSISTANCE We at Ford New Holland and your Ford New Holland dealer want you to be completely satisfied with your investment. Normally any problems with your equipment wi ll be handled by your dealer's Service Department Sometimes, however, misunderstanding can occur. If your problem has not been handled to your satisfaction, we suggest the fol lowing.

1. Contact the owner or General Manager of the dealersh ip, explain the problem . and request assistance. When add itional assistance is needed, your dealer has direct access to our branch office.

2. If you cannot obtain satisfaction by doing this, contact the Ford New Holland branch office in your area and provide them with: • • • • •

Your name, address. and telephone number Machine model and serial number Dealership name and address Machine purchase date and amount of use Nature of problem

Atlanta 2000 Mountain Ind, Blvd.

Tucker, GA 30084 Telephone: (404) 491 -3499

New Holland 500 Diller Avenue New Holland, PA 17557 Telephone: (7 i 7) 354':1112

Calgary Box 1616. Main P.O. Calgary. AB CANADA T2P 2M7 Telephone: (403) 273-6771

Dallas P.O. BO")( 10227 Dallas, TX 75207 Telephone: (214) 939-4950

Oakland P.O. Box 12964 Oakland. CA 94604 Telephone: (415) 273-0200

Toronto P.O. Box 7000 Brampton, ON CANADA l6V 2M9 Telephone: (416) 457· 2720

Kansas City

Troy 1315 Coolidge Avenue Troy. MI 48084 Telephone: (313) 637-9382

P.O. Box 14550 lenexa, KS 66219 Telephone: (913) 888-7000

Minneapolis P.O. Box 1342 Minneapol is, MN 55440 Telephone: (612) 887-4232 3. If you need further assistance contact:

Consumer Services Department Mail Station 500 Ford New Holland, Inc. New Holland, PA 17557 Telephone: (717) 354-1545

When contacting Ford New Holland's branch office or Consumer Services Department. be aware that your problem will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer's facilities, eq uipment, and personnel. So it is important that your initial contact be with the dealer.

Table of Contents 276 TRACTOR Operator'S Manual

For Serial Numbers 332100 and ON 1 Safety ., ... .. ............ " ........................ " ..... . Page 1

2 Controls and Instrumentation ................. Page 8 3 Operation ... ....... ................................... Page 15

4 Lubrication and Maintenance .............. Page 47

5 Troubleshooting .................................. Page 88 6 Storage .. ....... ..... ................................... Page 93 7 Specifications and Schematics ......... ... Page 95

8 Index ................................................... Page 114

42025620 Replaces Versatile 108472

090087

Serial Number Location SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION IMPORTANT To obtain fastest service when ordering parts, Remember to: 1.

Order part by the correct number.

2.

State tractor mode! and year.

3.

Include tractor, engine, transmission and frame serial numbers.

TRACTOR

ENGINE Serial number plate is located on engine left side ahead of fuel injection pump.

Serial number plate is stamped on a metal tag on the steering console base right hand side.

S,ERtAL No ....................................................... .

SERIAL ................................. .......... ... ...... ........ .

Tractor Serial Number Plate

Engine Serial Number Location

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INTRODUCTION We are pleased you have chosen a VERSATILE Four Wheel Drive Tractor for your farming operation. It has evolved through the ideas and suggestions submitted to us by customers such as yourself.

The suggested schedule has been designed to meet most operating conditions although it may be necessary to adjust your maintenance program to suit your specific operating conditions.

We ask that you study this manual and adopt the p,reventive maintenance program outlined

Your Versatile dealer is factory trained to provide you with genuine parts and professional repair service. Consult him for all your service needs.

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Watch for this symbol. It identifies potential hazards to health or persona' safety. It pOints out safety precautions. It means: ATTENTION - Be Alert. Your safety is involved.

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Safety

National Safety Council statistics Indicate many people die or suffer serious Injury each year as a result of farm accidents.

Don't become a statistic or victim.

Carefully review the proce- ,....-------, dures g.iven in this manual with all operators ANNUALLY. It is important that all operators be familiar with, AND FOLLOW, safety precautions.

7.

Never jump from tractor. There is a danger of catching clothing on protruding parts.

8.

Use steps and handholds when mounting and dismounting tractor or for serVlcmg components too high to reach from the ground.

9.

Fasten seat belt before starting engine.

Operating instructions must be given to everyone using the tractor before operation and at least once yearly thereafter in compliance with OSHA Regulation 1928.57 (United States). 10. Safety devices are intended to protect operators from injury or death. Under no .circumstances should they be disabled or removed.

GENERAL SAFETY 1.

Never let an unqualified or untrained driver operate tractor.

2.

Keep a fire extinguisher, with ABC rating in the cab. Maintain it and be familiar with its use.

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11. To provide a better view, certain photos and illustrations show a safety shield removed. It is important that a machine never be operated in this way. Keep aU shields in place.

OPERATING SAFETY

3.

Never carry passengers.

4.

Never operate tractor in a closed building.

Provide adequate ventilation. ~Engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can kill.

5.

Always keep sleeves, jackets or other clothing relatively tight and belted. Loose clothing may catch in moving parts and result In personal injury or death.

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Provide a first-aid kit in the cab for use in case of accident.

1.

Always operate tractor controls sitting in the operators seat

2.

Lock seat and instrument console in position and buckle seat belt before operating tractor.

3.

Always start tractor with FNR (Propulslon)!ever in neutral , transmission in first range, PTO clutch lever(s) disengaged and other operating controls either in the OFF or neutral position .

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4.

Always wait until all warning lights go out before putting tractor in gear.

5.

Never oil. grease or adjust tractor while it is running. Do not leave engine running while tractor or drawn equipment is being adjusted, repaired or cleaned.

6.

Ensure parkbrake is set when tractor is stopped. Tractor can freewheel even when in gear.

7.

Avoid abrupt turns, starts or stops, especially at high speeds.

8.

Keep all safety shields in place when operating tractor.

9.

Do not operate tractor when you are tired, sick or impaired.

5.

Use caution when driving near the edge of' a ditch or gully. It may cave in, causing the tractor to roll over.

6.

Be especially alert when operating at rovv ends, road slopes and around obstructions.

7.

Slow down when turning corners, the danger of tipping increases. 00 not travel at: high speeds.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY 1.

Escaping hydraulic oil

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under pressure can pen- ~ . etrate the skin causing . personal injury. Wear gloves and goggles and use a piece of cardboard or wood as a backstop ' -_ _ __ _- l for spurting fluid when searching for hydraulic leaks.

10. Never operate tractor in confined areas.

Visabity next to tractor is reduced. Injury to bystanders or damage to tractor or equipement may result.

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11. 00 not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Engine can start and machine can move when starting safety switch is bypassed.

Ensure all connections are tight and lines and hoses are undamaged. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines. relieve allpressure. Do not overfill tank.

3.

Add coolant to the cooling system only when engine is stopped and cool. Turn radiator cap slightly to its first stop to relieve pressure before remOVing.

4.

Never refuel tractor when engine is hot or running . Do not smoke while filling fuel tank or servicing fuel system.

Use precautions in handling any type of tractor fuel. Vapourized diesel fuel is highly flammable. Do not overfill.

5.

Ground fuel storage tanks to prevent stati c buifdup.

6.

When driving out of a ditch, gully or up a steep hillside, engage the transmission drive slowly. Avoid sharp uphill turns.

00 not smoke and avoid open flames if servicing any batteries.

7.

When descending steep grades, select a sufficiently slow speed to maintain control with minimum braking.

Starting fluid is highly flammable. Do not use near fire, sparks, open flames or when engine is running.

8.

Remove mUd, crop residue, chains and tools from steps and operator' s platform.

SAFE OPERATION IN ROUGH TERRAIN 1.

Drive tractor slowly on hillsides and curves to eliminate the danger of tipping.

Avoid slopes which are too steep for safe operation. Avoid sharp uphill turns.

2.

Always drive slowly over rough ground.

Drive at speeds slow enough to ensure your safety.

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They may interfere with pedal operation or entry/exit from tractor.

9.

Engage safety locks or block implements when servicing.

POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) SAFETY

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2, Ensure articulation lock

is engaged. parkbrake is set and gearshift lever is in neutral when using PTO in stationary applications. Do not leave tractor unattended. If you must leave the area for any reason , stop tractor and remove key.

10. Ensure turbocharger is cool before servicing and keep flammable material away from turbocharger.

11. Never operate with a damaged tire. Tire may explode.

IMPLEMENT SAFETY

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Never start tractor with PTO engaged.

3.

Take special care in hook-up of implements to PTO.

1,

Always hitch loads to drawbar or hitch points.

4.

Ensure all guards are in place while operating PTO.

2.

When hitching drawn equipment to drawbar, only allow assistant between tractor and implement if the tractor is in neutral and the brakes are engaged.

5.

Stop tractor before disconnecting or servicing PTO drivelines.

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When implement is not in use ' or being disconnected from the tractor, always re~ lieve pre~sure from hydraulic circuits. Install safety locks or pins to prevent implement movement.

Do not leave implements with hydraulic cylinders fully extended or retracted were the heat from the sun can cause the hydraulic fluid to expand. Hydraulic pressure can rupture hoses, releasing high pressure oil causing personal injury.

8e careful when turning with a implement Lift it from the ground if possible during turns. Side thrust caused by implement could damage tire and implement.

Use transport locks, lower implement to ground and securely block frame before servicing Implement. Relieve pressure from the hydraulic system and shut off tractor.

SAFE HIGHWAY OPERATION 1.

Before transporting tractor and/or implements on public roadways check with au· thorlties for local regulations.

2.

Drive tractor In engine forward configuration only when driving on roads or transporting implements.

3.

Equip tractor and towed implements with slow moving vehicle (SMV) signs when travelling on public roads.

4.

Install additional lights on implement rear to safeguard against rear end collisions.

Daybreak and dusk are particularly dangerous.

VERSATILE tractors have seven-pin trailer connectors to facilitate installation of extra lighting.

5.

8e aware of transport width of towed implements. Install additional lights to left side of wide implements to alert passing traffic. Keep clear of the. approaching lane.

6.

Use hazard warning flashers as required by law when transporting or driving tractor on public roads.

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7.

Keep to the right and yield right-at-way especially when pulling implements. Pull off road and stop to allow motorists to pass. Drive on the road shoulder, it permitted by law.

8.

Use extreme caution when pulling heavy loads at road speeds. Avoid hard application of tractor brakes at high speed.

Equip implement trailers with brakes as required by law.

9.

Ensure headlights are aligned so they will not blind the operators of oncoming vehicles.

less articulation lock and parkbrake are engaged.

CHEMICAL SAFETY 1.

2.

3.

The cab air tilters are not designed to filter harmful chemicals. When using agricultural chemicals. follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully.

00 nj2,t carrY harmful chemicals in the cab.

Chemicals may rupture • the container and the fumes may poison the operator.

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Articulation Lock ALTERNATE EXITS The cab has three exits which may be used in an emergency; the two doors and the rear window.

Rear Window Open the rear window by unlocking the two latches. Push window open at bottom.

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Wear approved respiratory protection when working near toxic chemicals. Maintain equipment regularly.

ARTICULATION LOCK 1.

Use articulation lock during stationary applications, servicing, jacking or overhaul operations. 00 not use when tractor is operating.

2.

Before engaging lock, drive tractor to a level surface, put steering straight, engage parkbrake, put FNR Lever in neutral and stop engine.

3.

4.

Remove arm from storage position on front frame and put through hole on rear frame.

It may be necessary to start engine and articulate frame slightly to ensure arm is engaged. Secure with klik pin .

Do not allow personnel to enter articulation area with the engine running, un-

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Alternate Exit, Rear Window LOADER SAFETY

Refer to Loader Operators Manual for further instructions 1.

Improper use of loader or attachments can cause serious injury or death.

2.

Operate all controls from operator's seat.

Before starting engine, fasten seat belt and put all controls in neutral.

3.

Be famiUar with hydraulic controls and di~ rection of operation.

4.

Back down ramps and slopes keeping bucket low for added stability. Be extra careful on inclines.

5.

Never allow people to ride in bucket

6.

Do not hook a chain to bucket to pull or pry.

7.

Lower bucket to ground when leaving machine for any reason. Do not walk or work under a raised bucket.

8.

Reduce ground speed when earring loads and while turning. Carry loads within 600 mm (24 in.) of the ground.

9.

Carry loads within 600 mm (24 in.) of ground except when dumping.

Avoid sharp. high speed turns with full bucket Use caution when handling loose or shiftable loads.

10. Nevg wallCor work beneath raised bucket.

11 . Never operate loader with frayed or damaged hoses or leaking fittings. Before disconnecting lines, relieve all pressure.

12. Confine operation to solid ground. Loader operation around loose fil l, rocks and holes is dangerous.

13. Allow for loader length when making turns.

Set wheels at widest convenient spacing for stability and add recommended ballast to engine end tires.

14. Avoid overhead powerlines when loader is raised.

15. When removing loader from tractor park on a hard level surface.

SAFETY DeCALS 1.

Keep decals clean. Remove dirt with a wet cloth when necessary.

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Replace safety decals if destroyed, missing, painted over or unreadable.

3.

If a section of the tractor is replaced that carries a safety decal, apply a new decal immediately.

4.

New decals are available from your Versatile dealer.

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TIllS SHIELD HAS BEEN INSTAllHI FOR YOUR PROTECTION

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ALWAYS FASTEN SEAT BELTS WHEN OPERATING TRAefOR EQUIPPEO WITH ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE.

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ARTICULATING JOINT, STAY CLEAR OF THIS AREA WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING.

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ATTACHMENT SAFETY GUIDES

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OPERATE DillY WITH 540 /l1t.1. EOUIPIEHT ,.",

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READ AND OBSERVE SAFETY RECOMMENDA. TIONS IN ATTACHMENT OPERATOR' S MANUAL MOVE AND TURN TRAC· TOil AT l.OW SPEEDS. CARRY ATTACHMENT AT LOW POSITION DURING TRANSPORT. lOWER ATTACHMENT, STOP ENGINE AND APPt. y PARKBRAKE BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S

SEAT. KEEP AWAY FROM OVERHEAD ELECTRIC WIRES. ELECTROCUTION MAY RESULT. STANO OR WORK A RAISED ATTACH· ADO BALLAST TO ENGINE END TIRES FOR MAXIMUM STABILITY. (SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL).

SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR RECOMMENDED WHEEL SPACING.

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HYDRAUtlC OETENT CONTROL LEVER

HYDRAULIC FLOAT CONTROL PEDAL

STANDARD HYORAULIC CONTROL PEDAL

Cab Controls (Engine Forward Configuration)

8 Controls and Instrumentation

2 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTATION IMPORTANT

The following section locates, identifies and briefly describes the functions of all cab controls. All operators should familarize themselves with control location and function prior to machine operation. Failure to do so may result in unsafe operation of the machine and possible injury or death to operators and bystanders.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Off: Engine and electrical functions remain OFF.

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

Run: Turns the electrical system ON and is normal operating position.

Start: Cranks engine. Release key to return to Run position.

Indicator lights

Parkbrake: Illuminates when parkbrake is ON. Engine Oil Pressure: Illuminates when pressure drops below 83 kPa (12 psi).

fUEL GAUGE

Air Cleaner: Illuminates when filter is clogged.

COLO START

Alternator: Illuminates when alternator is not charging.

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High Beam: Illuminates when high beam work lamps are ON.

Instrument Panel

Hazard: Illuminates when hazard warning lights are ON. Gauges

Keyswltch

The keyswitch has four positions.

Accessory: Electrical accessories can be used when engine is not running. Push key IN and turn key to the left.

Fuel Gauge: Indicates fuel level.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature in ° C and 0 F. Normal operating temperature is 85°C (185°F).

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Cold Start Sutton Use to inject starting fluid below 10

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Speedometer/Tachometer/Hour Meter: Rocker Switch: Two position switch used to select between speedometer and tachometer settings.

Speedometer: Indicates ground speed. calculated from the engine r/min. Inner scale indicates miles per hour (MPH). The outer scale indicates kilometers per hour (KMH), the outer scale is also used for engine r/min.

Tachometer: Indicates engine speed from idle (1 000 r/min) to full engine speed (2 500 r/min). This the outer scale of the meter.

Hourmeter; Indicates total hours the engine has run, operates only when the engine is running.

CAS LEF-k HANn SIDE CONSOLE Forward-Neutral-Reverse Lever (FNR): Push neutral lock release down and push lever forward or pull back in the desired direction of travel. The further the lever is moved from neutral the faster the ground speed.

PTO Clutch Control: Move lever toward door to engage; away to is fully disengage.

Ensure lever engaged/disengaged. Engine can only be started with clutch disengaged. Controls engagement of both front and rear PTO. Front and Rear PTO Control Knobs: Pull knob(s) up to engage; push down to disclutch is fully engage.

Ensure engaged/disengaged. Knobs are only present with front PTO option.

Three Point Hitch Controls Front and Rear Hitch Auto/Manual: Press rocker switch to select mode.

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Use the depth control knob to set implement working depth for use in the automatic mode.

Turn knob clockwise to raise and counter-clockwise to lower. Turning knob fully counter-clockwise will set depth control to FLOAT so hitch follows ground contours.

Lowering Rate: Controls hitch lowering rate in relation to implement weight. Tum knob clockwise to increase lowering rate; counter-clockwise to decrease lowering rate. The raise rate is ad~ justed with a flow control on the implement hydraulic valve.

Up/Down Switch: Manual Operation Press UP to raise and DOWN to lower hitch when in manual. Release switch when desired position is reached. Push switch momentarily to fine adjust hitch position.

Auto Operation Pressing AUTO will put the hitch into automatic mode. The hitch will automatically adjust depth to the position as defined by the operator with the DEPTH control knob. The position is maintained automatically.

Pressing UP will raise the three-point hitch to the highest position for transport or turning corners. Pressing DOWN will return the three-point hitch to the preset depth.

Rear Hitch Switch: Located on FNR control lever Front Hitch Switch: Located on side console Cigar Lighter Push Down to heat element Pops up when ready Standard Hydraulic Lever (Green) Three positions: Raise, Lower and Neutral.

Lever spring centred to neutral. Push lever away from operator to lower implement, to· ward to raise. Release lever to return to neutral.

Lever and adjacent foot pedal work together.

Suggest: If the above button click is invalid.

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Indicator lamps Indicates hazard lamps and turn Signals are functioning. .NlIlEVER

Turn Signal Switch Three pOSition switch: Centre: Both Hazard lamps and indicator lamps.

Right: Right Hazard Lamp and indicator lamp.

Left: Left Ha.zard lamp and indicator lamp.

Light switch must be in positions 2, 3 or 4 for turn signals to function.

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Auxiliary Light Switch Controls auxiliary work lamps.

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THIIEE,POINT HITCH FLOW CONTROL

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High/Low Beam Switch Controls high/low beam on engine end road lamps.

Range Control Provides three ranges, neutral positon between first and second and second and third ranges.

Cab L.eft Hand Stde Console

CAB RIGHT"'SIOeThrottle Depress button and pull knob UP to increase engine speed; depress button and push knob DOWN to decrease.

L.ight/Hazard Switch

Controls lights on the tractor.

Five position rotary switch: 1.

OFF

2.

Hazard warning lights and dash lights.

3.

Hazard warning taillights (RED). (high/low beams).

4.

lights, dash Hazard warning lights,taillights (RED), engine end road lamps (high/low beams) and rear work lights.

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lights, dash engine end

lights, lamps

Dash lights, engine end road lamps (high/low beams), rear work lights.

Detent Hydraulic Lever (Blue) Three positions: Raise, Lower and Neutral.

Lever spring centred to neutral, locks in detent in raise and lower positions. Lever will self cancel to neutral when pressure exceeds detent setting. Push lever away from operator to lower implement, toward to raise. Release lever to return to neutral.

Lever and outer foot pedal work together.

Float Hydraulic Lever (Tan) Four positions: Raise, Lower. Float and Neutral. Lever spring centred to neutral, locks tn detent in float pOSition if Lever is pushed beyond lower position. Lever can be moved from float to lower at any time. Push lever away from operator to lower implement, toward to raise. Release lever to return to neutral.

Lever and inner foot pedal work together.

Flow Contro' (Blue) Flow control lever adjusts flow to hydraulic circuit for blue lever. Push away from operator to increase flow; pull toward to decrease flow.

The other circuits are adjusted at the implement valve.

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