This document is an operator's manual for a range of Steiger® and Quadtrac® tractors, specifically models Steiger® 370, 420, 470, 500, 540, 580, 620 and Quadtrac® 470, 500, 540, 580, 620. These are Stage IV tractors, and the manual is provided by CNH Industrial America LLC.
Function Description
The Steiger® and Quadtrac® tractors are designed for various agricultural operations, offering a range of power outputs and configurations. They are capable of handling a variety of implements and tasks, from heavy tillage to planting and transport. The tractors are equipped with advanced control systems, including an Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) for optimal engine performance and operator comfort. They feature a continuously variable transmission (CVXDrive™) for smooth power delivery and efficient operation. The tractors are designed to comply with European Regulations on electro-magnetic emissions, ensuring minimal interference with other electronic devices.
Important Technical Specifications
The manual covers a broad range of models, with horsepower ratings indicated by the model numbers (e.g., 370, 420, 470, 500, 540, 580, 620). These tractors are equipped with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® systems, indicating compliance with Stage IV emissions standards. The transmission system is a CVXDrive™ continuously variable transmission, offering flexibility and efficiency in various field conditions. The electrical system includes a battery and an alternator for power generation. The fuel system is designed for diesel fuel, and the manual also mentions the use of biodiesel fuels and organic acid technology (OAT) coolant. The maximum operating weight is a key specification, detailed in the "Specifications" section.
Usage Features
The operator's manual provides comprehensive guidance on using the tractor effectively and safely.
Access and Seating:
- Access to operator's platform: Details on how to access the platform.
- Operator's seat: Overview and control identification for the operator's seat.
- Passenger seat: Overview of the passenger seating.
Controls:
- Left-hand side controls: Includes the secondary brake lever.
- Right-hand side controls: Features an armrest console with multi-function handle, minimum/maximum throttles (CVXDrive™ transmission), control panel, remote valve controls, joystick, and armrest compartment.
- Rearward controls: Details on the rear sun shade.
- Overhead controls: Overview, Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) and its operation, center panel controls, radio (if equipped), interior and access lights, and interior rear-view mirror.
- Exterior controls: Exterior hitch control and outside extendable mirrors.
Instrument Cluster:
- Overview: General layout of the instrument cluster.
- Gauges: Displays for various parameters.
- Status and warning icons: Visual indicators for tractor status and warnings.
- Upper and lower display: Detailed information displays.
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® display warnings: Specific warnings related to the DEF system.
- Keypad: For input and control.
- Instrumentation - setup menu: For configuring various tractor settings.
- Instrumentation - adjust menu: For fine-tuning operational parameters.
- Performance instrumentation: Displays related to tractor performance.
Operating Instructions:
- Commissioning the unit: Steps for starting the engine (normal and cold temperature operation).
- Stopping the unit: Procedures for stopping the machine and engine.
- Moving the unit: Includes details on the inching (clutch) pedal operation, transmission control lever, powershift transmission, transmission controls, driving the powershift transmission, changing startup gear, Automatic Productivity Management (APM), continuously variable transmission, foot pedal and hand throttle controls, transmission messages, all tractors, Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system, electronic steering system, differential lock system, power management, constant engine speed, electronic end-of-row system, and engine compression brake (if equipped).
- Parking the unit: Instructions for using the automatic park lock.
Transport Operations:
- Road transport: Tractor warning lamps, operating the tractor warning lamps, safe transport speed, implement warning lamps, and safety chain.
- Shipping transport: Securing the tractor for shipping.
- Recovery transport: Safety rules and towing the tractor.
Working Operations:
- Rear Power Take-Off (PTO): Safety rules, connecting the PTO, and PTO operation.
- Three-Point Hitch: Identification, link adjustment, sway block adjustment, mechanical float adjustment, hitch quick coupler (Category IVN), transport lock, hitch operation, rear remote hitch switch, position control operation, and slip control operation.
- Drawbars and Towing Attachments: Safety rules, drawbar capacities, and scraper operation.
- Trailer Brake Coupler: Safety rules and trailer brake connections.
- Auxiliary Power Connections: External power and lighting connections, and cab power connections.
- Hydraulic Remote Control Valves: Valve couplers and connections, optional circuits, hydraulic remote valve transport lock, right-hand armrest controls, operating the lever controls, operating the joystick control, and remote valve display screens.
- Auto auxiliary mode operation: Automatic control of auxiliary functions.
- Auto depth control operation: Automatic depth management for implements.
- Ballasting the Tractor: Guidelines, weights (cast metal and liquid), wheel weight bolt torque, and wheel slip.
- Front and Rear Axle: Tire safety, pressure and load ratings, wheel installation, wheel tread settings on flange axles, wheel tread settings on bar axles, and pre-conditioning rubber tracks.
Maintenance Features
The manual provides a detailed maintenance schedule to ensure the longevity and optimal performance of the tractor.
General Information:
- Engine hood: Access to the engine compartment.
- Engine side shields: Protection and access to engine components.
- Opening the right-hand service door: Access for maintenance.
- Battery access: Location and access to the battery.
- Power cut-off switch: For electrical system maintenance.
- Filling the fuel tank: Procedures for refueling.
- Fuel tank capacity: Specification of fuel tank volume.
- Filling the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® tank: Procedures for refilling the DEF tank.
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® tank capacity: Specification of DEF tank volume.
- Tire and rim service: Maintenance for tires and rims.
- Tractor jacking up points: Designated points for safely lifting the tractor.
- Lubricants and capacities: Types and volumes of lubricants required.
- Engine oils: Specifications for engine oil.
- Consumables: Diesel fuel, biodiesel fuels, and organic acid technology (OAT) coolant.
- Electrical specifications: Details of the electrical system.
- Battery system: Maintenance of the battery.
- Auxiliary battery connections: For external battery connections.
- Engine hourmeter: Tracking engine operating hours for maintenance scheduling.
Maintenance Planning:
- Maintenance chart: A comprehensive schedule for routine maintenance.
- At warning message display: Actions to take when specific warning messages appear.
- Air cleaner: Maintenance of the air filter.
- Primary fuel filter: Maintenance of the primary fuel filter.
- Fuel supply restricted (13L engines only): Specific maintenance for certain engine types.
Scheduled Maintenance Intervals:
- Every 10 hours or daily: Engine oil level, wheel bolt torque, wheel weight bolt torque, transmission oil level, hydraulic and axle oil level, engine coolant level, secondary cooling system level, fuel level, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® level, and general tractor inspection.
- Every 50 hours: Fuel tank and fuel filter, articulation hinge (upper, front, lower, left-hand, right-hand), articulation cylinder (front, left-hand, right-hand), hitch cylinder pin (upper, lower), hitch rockshaft (left-hand, right-hand), hitch lift links and top link, and driveshaft carrier bearing.
- First 100 hours: Powershift transmission filter, powershift transmission clutches, CVXDrive™ transmission filters, CVXDrive™ transmission clutches on CVXDrive™ transmission, engine fuel filter, and hydraulic oil filters.
- Every 600 hours: Engine oil and filter, engine fuel filter, engine fuel pre-filter, fuel tank vent, cab air filter (outside), air tubing (engine), alternator (water pump belt), Power Take Off (PTO) carrier bearing, Power Take Off (PTO) slip joint, radiator and coolers, saddle tanks, and cab recirculation filter.
- Every 600 hours or yearly: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® tank filter, and battery electrolyte level.
- Every 1000 hours or yearly: Powershift transmission clutches.
- Every 1200 hours: Engine crankcase breather filter, powershift transmission oil and filter, powershift transmission breather, CVXDrive™ transmission oil and filters, CVXDrive™ transmission clutches, CVXDrive™ transmission breather, engine air filters, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® supply module filter, and door lock and hinges.
- Every 1800 hours: Hydraulic oil and filters, hydraulic reservoir breather, cab air filter (outside), and engine air tubing.
- Every 2400 hours: Engine coolant drain and flush, secondary cooling system drain and flush, and idler and roller wheel oil.
- Every 3000 hours: Engine valve adjustment.
As Required Maintenance:
- Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)/AdBlue® suction circuit filter, Power Take-Off clutches on CVXDrive™ transmission, vehicle fire prevention, remote valve couplers, pressure cooling system hoses, hydraulic system hoses, tire pressure, serpentine belt, viscous fan drive, track inspection and bolt torque, track tension release, and track alignment.
Other Maintenance:
- Cab fabric and carpet, seat belt, battery removal and installation, flood and work lamps, rotating beacon light, exterior step light, interior lights, road lamps, front amber turn and position lamps, marker/position lamp, rear amber turn/tail/stop lamps, and license plate lamp.
- Fuse and relay locations: Component identification.
- Storage: Placing in storage and removing from storage.
Troubleshooting:
- Fault code resolution: Fault code retrieval.
- Alarm(s): Display warnings, powershift transmission, and continuously variable transmission.
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