DRIVING THE TRACTOR
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine carry out the pre-operational checks as set out on page 19.
(1) Sit on the driver seat
(2) Apply the footbrake.
(3) Put the hydraulic lever in the down position.
(4) Push down the clutch to activate the safety-starting switch.
(5) Put the main gear lever in neutral
(6) Insert the ignition key and turn it on
(7) Ensure that the warning lights are working
(8) Always turn the ignition key to left for a moment & release it.
The automatic heater will start working as will be indicated by a light on the instrument
panel .As the lamp goes off turn the key to the start position to start the engine.
(9) Ensure that all the warning lights are off with the engine running.
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This system is used to check each electronic function individually.
Operating the tractor with check system.
1) Sit on the driver’s seat
2) Apply the hand(foot)brake
3) Put the main and sub shift lever in neutral
4) Insert the ignition key and turn in ON position
5) Switch to OFF all the switches in controller
6) Push the external switch ON.
7) Lower the implement with external button switch
8) Push the external button switch OFF
9) If it beeps, Control it with the Position control knob till it doesn’t sound.
Never turn the key to the start position while the engine is running as this can
cause serious damage to the starter and engine flywheel
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Only engage the starter for a period of not more than 10 seconds.
If Engine does not start, rest the starter for about 20 seconds and try again for a
maximum of 10 seconds.If the engine does not start after repeated attempts,
refer to the fault tracing guide on page 86
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Especially in cold weather, always allow the tractor to idle for a while to warm up &
build up sufficient oil pressure to ensure normal operating temperature for longer
engine life.
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