INTRODUCTION
1A-4
SERIAL NUMBERS
See Figure 1A-2 for location of tractor assembly serial
number.
Figure 1A-2. Serial Number Location
GENERAL CLEANING
Improper cleaning and lubrication of your machine
results in equipment failures. Before any repairs are
undertaken, thoroughly clean the exterior of the com-
ponent to be removed.
Use a clean surface to lay out parts being removed.
Keep lubricants clean and cover containers not being
used. Plug or cap all hydraulic lines and ports to
hydraulic components immediately after disconnecting.
SAFETY
Safety should always be the rule when working on or
with machinery. Always use safe practices and com-
mon sense when using hand or power tools. Use the
suggested procedures in this manual when working
with the tractor.
Throughout this manual signal words will be used to
highlight special procedures. The signal words and
their meanings are as follows:
Any task needing specialized special care when
performing a procedure.
Decals on the machine denote cautions, warnings, and
dangers. These cautions, warnings, and danger decals
must be on the machine at all times. If they become
worn, torn, or painted over, new decals should be
installed as shown in SECTION 14A. of this manual.
DANGER
Imminent hazards which will result in severe per-
sonal injury or death if precautions are not taken.
Serial No. Plate
On Right Side of Frame
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices which may result in per-
sonal injury, or product or property damage.
NOTICE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, MAY result in property damage. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
CAUTION
Disconnect leads at the alternator before electric
welding is done on components in common ground
with the engine.
WARNING
This machine is equipped with an interlock system
intended to protect the operator and others from
injury by preventing the engine from starting, unless
the PTO switch is in the “OFF” position, traction
pedal is in the “Neutral” position and the brake is set.
The system also shuts off the engine if the operator
leaves the seat with the PTO switch in the “Cut”
position. In the interest of safe operating conditions,
this machine must never be operated with the inter-
lock relays or interlock system disconnected or mal-
functioning.