THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT SAFETY
MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL,
, CAREFULL Y READ THE MESSAGE THA T FOLLOWS AND BE it
• ALERT TO THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DEA TH. M171B
If Safety Decals on this machine use the words Danger, Warning or Caution, which are defined as follows :
• DANGER: Indicates an immediate hazardous situation which if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The color associated with Danger is RED.
• WARNING: Indicates an potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided, will result in serious injury The color associated with Warning is ORANGE.
• CAUTION: Indicates an potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices The color associated with Caution is YELLOW.
If Safety Decals on this machine are ISO two panel Pictorial, decals are defined as follows :
• The first panel indicates the nature of the hazard
• The second panel indicates the appropriate avoidance of the hazard
• Background color is YELLOW.I\:\
• Prohibition symbols such as \::::I X and e if used, are RED
IMPROPER OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE, MAKE CERTAIN THAT EVERY OPERATOR:
• Is instructed in safe and proper use of the machine
• Reads and understands the Manual(s) pertaining to the machine
• Reads and understands ALL Safety Decals on the machine
• Clears the area of other persons
• Learns and practices safe use of machine controls in a safe, clear area before operating this machine on a job site
It is your responsibility to observe pertinent laws and regulations and follow Case Corporation instructions on machine operation and maintenance.
© 2001 Case Corporation Bur 0-00000 March , 1995 (Revised October, 1997) CASE and IH are registered trade marks of Case Corporation
TO THE OWNER OF A CASE TRACTOR
Use this manual as your guide. If you follow the instructions given in this manual, your Case Tractor will work well for many years.
Your Authorized Case Dealer can give you assistance with J I Case Company made parts and persons with special training that know the best methods of repair and maintenance for your tractor.
Call your Authorized Case Dealer if you need any assistance or information .
Your Authorized Case Dealer
Figure 1 NOTE: When you are in the tractor seat looking forward, the right hand and left hand of the tractor are the same as your right hand and left hand.SAFETY Safety Ru les
Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons is measured by how you service, and operate this machine Know the positions and operations of all controls before you try to operate MAKE SURE YOU CHECK ALL CONTROLS IN A SAFE AREA BEFORE STARTING YOUR WORK.
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY and make sure you understand the controls. All equipment has a limit. Make sure you understand the speed, brakes, steering, stability , and load characteristics of this machine before you start to operate.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes , insurance needs , federal, state and local laws Make sure your machine has the correct equipment needed by the local laws and regulations.
J I Case is continuing to work for your safety: by mak i ng tractors with better protection and by giving these rules for safe operation.
Before Starting
ACAUTION Provide a first aid Icit for use in case of accident.
ACAUTION It is good practice to carry a fire extinquisher on
the tractor. Be sure that the extinquisher is properly maintained and be familiar with its proper use.
AWARNING Before starting engine study Operator's Manual safety messages. Read all safety signs on machine. Clear the area of other persons. Learn and practice safe use of controls before operating. It is your responsibility to understand and follow manufacturer's instructions on machine operation, service, and to observe pertinent laws and regulations. Operator and Service Manuals may be obtained from your equipment dealer.
WARNING Before starting engine be sure all operating controls are in neutral
Operate controls only when seated in Operator's seat. On roads, use flasher / lights according to local laws. Keep SMV emblem visible.
AShields help protect from injury, keep in place. Stop engine before working on PTO driven machine or PTO shaft, or performing any maintenance Before leaving tractor unattended, lower hydraulically lifted equipment to ground.
WARNING Before starting the engine, be sure all operating h controls are in neutral This will ease starting loads on the starter and batteries and will eliminate the accidental start up of PTO driven equipment .
Operation
h WARNING Before leaving the tractor, stop the engine, place .. all controls in neutral, and either set the parking brake or place range lever in PARK position as equipped
h WARNING Operate controls only when seated in the Operator's seat.
WARNING Tractor travel speed should be such that complete control and tractor stability is maintained at all times Where possible , avoid operating the tractor near ditches, embanl(ments and holes Reduce speed when turning. crossing slopes, and on rough, slick , or muddy surfaces.
h WARNING On roads, use flasher / lights according to local laws. Keep SMV emblem visible
h DANGER Excess tractor speed is the big killer. Only ex.. perienced drivers should be permitted on highways v
WARNING Extra weight increases your braking distance Remember that liquid in the tires , weights on the tractor or wheels, tanlcs filled with fertilizer, herbicides or insecticides - all these add weight and increase the distance you need in which to stop.
WARNING The bralcing distance will increase in conditions J\. of mud, ice or whenever the tractIOn at one wheel is less than .. the traction at the opposite wheel. The operator must allow adequate distance to stop in these conditions
CAUTION Stop. look and listen before entering a highway, A stay on your side of the road and pull over to let faster traffic pass. Slow down and signal as you turn off
J\. WARNING Do not permit others to ride. Only one person.. the operator - should be on a tractor when it is in operation.
J\. CAUTION Do not operate the tractor at high speeds or attempt to turn the tractor with the differential loclc engaged.
CAUTION Try to balance the load primarily on the implement wheels - as in loading a trailer or spreader A void overloading the drawbar . Add front end weights for improved stability Engage the clutch smoothly. avoid jerlcing and use the bralces cautiously to avoid jac/c-Icnifing
WARNING Rear upset can result if pulling from wrong J\. location on tractor Hitch only to the drawbar Use 3 point hitch only with the implements designed for its use - not as a drawbar
J\. WARNING Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation. Shift down before you start up or down a hill with a heavy load Avoid "free wheeling".
WARNING: To prevent possible personal injury due to PTO driven machine shaft bottoming or separating. drawbar front pin must be AproperlY positioned in pivot bracket.
PTO Shaft Speed Distance from PTO Shaft End to Hitch Pin Hole 540 RPM 6 Spline ___________ 14 Inches (356 mm) 1000 RPM 21 Spline 16 Inches (407 mm)
AWARNING Rotating machine parts, stay clear, keep shields
installed to help protect from clothing entaglement and injury. Wear close-fitted clothing
h WARNING Stop engine before working on PTO driven machine or PTO shaft, or performing any maintenance.
AWARNING Whenever a PTO driven machine is in operation. the safety guard must always be in place to prevent injury to the operator. The safety guard must never be removed at any time. except for replacement. When the PTO is not in USi' (he tubular guard must be installed over the end of the PTO shaft.
h WARNING When doing stationary PTO worle and dismounting from the tractor with the PTO running. keep clear of all moving parts as they are a potential safety hazard.
h WARNING On a mobile power talee-off application. always disengage the PTO before dismounting from the tractor.
WARNING TI1IS tractor IS equIpped wIth a dllal speed PTO· h 540 RPM and 1000 RPM Be slIre Implements are matched for the proper drive speeds Center dnd locle drawbar when using PTO
WARNING Engine can start with transmission in gear when neutral safety switch is by-passed:
1. Do not connect across terminals on starter.
2 Attach booster batteries according to safe method in Operator's Manual Then use recommended starting procedure from Operator's seat
Machine run-away can cause injury or death to operator and bystanders
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CAUTION Mal<e sure that the weight of a trailed vehicle that is not equipped with bral<es , NEVER EXCEEDS the weight of the tractor thilt is towing the vehicle. Stopping distance increases with increasing speed as the weight of the towed load increases, especially on hills and slopes.
CAUTION Bral<e pedals must be locl<ed together for road A travel. This will insure uniform bral<e application and maximum stopping ability
h CAUTION To provide more secure hand and foot mobility, preventing slipping and possible injury, always face the tractor when mounting and dismounting.
WARNING Lower or block hydraulically or mechanically A elevated implements and other attachments before servicing or when leaving the equipment.
WARNING Be certain both latches are fully engaged across A the implement lift pins before transporting or pulling the implement.
h CAUTION The implement should be lowered to the ground before uncoupling of the remote hydraulic hoses.
Service
WARNING Hot coolant can spray out if cap is removed sudh denly. Remove cap by turning to first notch. Wait until pressure is released, then continue removal. Scalding can result from fast cap removal.
h WARNING Never operate the engine m a closed building Prop e r ventilation IS required under all circumstances
h Never refuel the tractor when the engine is hot or runnmg
ACAUTION Never smoke while refueling the tractor servic-
ing the fuel system checlemg the batteries or using cold weather starting aids
h
CAUTION Never use gasoline. naptha or any other volatile material for any cleaning purposes These materials may be toxic and / or flammable.
DANGER BATTERY ACID CAUSES SEVERE BURNS Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with .\i<lfl eyes or clothing.
Antidote : EXTERNAL - Flush with water INTERNAL - Drinle large quantities of water or mille. Follow with mille of magnesia , beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call physician immediately EYES - Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medicdl attention
BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES J(eep spar/es flame and cigarettes away. Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed space. Always shield eyes when working near batteries. I(EEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
WARNING When working around storage batteries, remember h that all of the exposed metal parts are "live " Never lay a metal object across the terminals because a spark or short circuit may result IX
WARNING Battery explosion and/ or damage to electrical components can result from improper connection of booster batteries or charger. Connect positive to positive and negative to negative. Externally, battery acid can cause burns and blindness, and taken internally is poison.
h CAUTION Do not attempt to malce electrical system connectlOns with the engine running.
h WARNING Never service or make adjustments to tractor with the engine running or with the tractor If1 motIon
ACAUTION The range lever MUST be in PARK position and
the engine MUST be shut off for each adjustment made to prevent serious injury to the operator.
WARNING Extreme care must be exercised when adjusting and chec/cing hitch and controllinlcage when the engine is running and when linlcage is under hydraulic or mechanical load. Study the linlcage and hitch travel-Keep the hands. arms, legs and feet out of the travel arc of the hitch and linkage.
h WARNING Rotating fan and belts. Contact can injure. Keep clear.
HAND SIGNALS
For communication under noise conditions and special operations the American Society of Agricultural Engineers has made standard agricultural hand signals. You will find that the hand signals can decrease time loss and prevent accidents.
Start the Engine
Start the engine Move arm i n a circle at belt level.
Stop the Engine -'
Stop the engine Move your right arm across your neck from left to right
Move Toward Me - Follow Me
This far to go Put your hands in front of your face with the back of your hands outward Move your hands i n or out as an indication how far to go
Move Out
Move toward me or follow me Look toward person or vehicle you need to move. Hold one hand in front of you w ith the back of the hand toward the vehicle and move your arm from the e lbow to the fingers backward and forward.
Move out. Face in the needed d irection of movement. Put your arm straight out behind you Then , swing your arm over your head and forward until your arm is straight out in front of you with the back of your hand up.
HAND SIGNALS
Come to Me
Raise Equipment
Come to me (Can also be come to me because I need assistance) Lift your arm vertically over your head with the back of your hand to the rear and turn your arm in large horizontal circles.
Decrease Speed
Decrease speed Put your arm out horizontally with the back of your hand up and then move your arm down about 45 degrees minimum many times. Keep your arm straight and do not move your arm above your shoulder
Increase Speed
Raise equipment. Point up with one finger and at the same time. move your hand in a circle at head level.
Lower Equipment
tIncrease speed. Lift your hand to shoulder level with your fingers closed. Move your closed hand fully up and then return to shoulder level. Do this fast. many times. XII
Lower equipment. Point to the ground with one finger and at the same time. move your hand in a circle.
Stop
Stop. Raise your arm fully up with the back of your hand to the rear. Keep this position until the signal is understood.
