Filter
Top Products
15
lock is engaged. NOTE: The PTO switch must
be moved to the “OFF” position to restart the
engine.
• The safety interlock system will shut off the
PTO if the reverse control pedal is depressed,
unless the reverse override function is
activated. NOTE: If the reverse override
function has been activated, it will remain
activated until the ignition switch is turned to
the "OFF" position for a 20 second duration.
FUELING THE TRACTOR
Fill the fuel tank with only clean, fresh, diesel fuel
with a minimum cetane number of 40. To ensure
the freshness of the fuel, purchase fuel in a quantity
that can be used within 30 days.
NOTE: DO NOT USE KEROSENE OR GASOLINE
in your diesel engine. Damage to the engine will
occur.
Generally a good grade Number Two Diesel Fuel
should be used in your diesel engine. In extremely
cold temperatures a quality Number One Diesel
Fuel, or a blend of the two, should be used. In most
areas, diesel fuel is properly blended for seasonal
use as ambient temperatures change. Therefore, it
is important to monitor fuel purchases so that
seasonal grade fuels are not carried over after the
average ambient temperature has changed.
WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank to
the top of the filler neck. Expansion
could result in overflow through the
vents in the cap, allowing fuel to come
in contact with the operator.
• Do not smoke while refueling the tractor.
• Do not fill the fuel tank when the engine is
running or while the engine is hot.
• The fuel fill cap is located on the fender to the
left of the seat. Unscrew the fuel cap and fill
tank from an approved container. Do not fill the
fuel tank to capacity. Allow room for expansion.
• Tighten the fuel cap securely, and immediately
wipe up any spilled fuel.
• To minimize condensation, keep the fuel tank
as full as possible without filling to capacity. It is
a good practice to fill the fuel tank at the end of
the day to reduce overnight condensation.
• Do not allow the fuel tank to run dry. Running
out of fuel requires bleeding out air and re-
priming the fuel system.
WARNING: Fuel in the engine injection
system is under high pressure. If not a
qualified mechanic, do not attempt to
service the fuel injection system. Do
not use your hand to check for leaks.
NEW TRACTOR BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
Proper care in the first hours of operation will help
to assure optimal performance of your new tractor.
• Never operate a new engine immediately under
full load. Allow the engine to warm up.
• Avoid operating the engine for prolonged periods
at either high or low speed with no load.
• Use the transmission’s low speed range for
heavy loads to avoid lugging, or stalling, of the
engine due to overload.
• Closely monitor the engine oil and keep filled to
the recommended level.
• After the first ten hours of operation, check the
front and rear wheel lug nuts. If necessary, re-
torque the lug nuts to 60-70 ft. lbs.
• Perform all break-in maintenance procedures
found in the MAINTENANCE section.
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING: Always sit in the operator’s
seat when starting the tractor, Never
attempt to start the engine while
standing beside the tractor.
WARNING: Never use starting fluids,
such as ether, as a starting aid. Severe
engine damage or fire could result.
• Operator must be sitting in the tractor seat.
• Move the throttle handle to approximately the
“SLOW” throttle position. Refer to Figure 14.
• Make sure the PTO switch is in the “OFF” posi-
tion. NOTE: The PTO light on instrument panel
will be illuminated if the switch is in the ON
position.
Figure 14
• Either fully depress and hold the brake pedal,
or engage the parking brake. NOTE: The park-
ing brake indicator on instrument panel will be
lit when the pedal is properly depressed.
THROTTLE
PTO SWITCH
IN ‘OFF’
POSITION
SLOW
FAST
HANDLE