OPERATION
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Operator Observations
Constant attention should be paid to the following
points during operation:
・
Engine oil pressure lamp will come on in case of
low engine oil pressure. Stop engine immediately.
・
Battery charge lamp will come on if battery is not
being charged properly. Stop engine and investigate
cause.
・
Coolant temperature gauge needle will indicate
H(hot) in case of over-heated engine. Stop engine,
allow to cool, and investigate cause.
・
Fuel level should not be allowed to (E) empty as
running out of fuel may result with need to bleed air
from fuel system.
CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to service
Tractor with engine running or hot. Allow
to cool.
NOTE: Refer to “Trouble-Shooting” when defect is
indicated, to assist locating problem.
Starting Circuit Operation
Tractor is equipped with a switch system to protect
the operator.
To permit Tractor to be started (starter motor to oper-
ate), ALL the following is required:
・
Range Gear Shift Lever in Neutral.
・
PTO clutch lever in disengage position.
WARNING: Neutral switch system is
installed for your protection. DO NOT
bypass or modify the neutral start switch
system. If the neutral start switch system
does not operate properly as detailed
above, contact your Dealer immediately
and have the system repaired.
Periodically check that the starting circuit is function-
ing correctly. The procedure for this is check list
as follows.
1. Check that there are no bystanders around the trac-
tor should it inadvertently start.
2. Depress the brake pedal. Attempt to start the tractor
with the range gear and PTO in neutral position.
The Tractor should start.
3. Depress the brake pedal. Attempt to start the Trac-
tor with the range gear engaged and the PTO in ON
position. The Tractor should NOT start.
4. Depress the brake pedal. Attempt to start the Trac-
tor with the range gear in neutral and the PTO
engaged. The Tractor should NOT start.
If starting system is not working correctly it must be
repaired immediately by your Dealer.