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[Otherwise]

There is a risk of getting burnt.

During operation and right after the engine

is turned off, the muffler is very hot. Avoid

touching it, as you may get burnt.

CAUTION

Use only the genuine parts or other ap

proved parts. Do not modify the tractor

CAUTION

[Otherwise]

There is a danger of accident or injury or equipment fail

ure. Please remember that the failure due to modification

may not be covered by warranty.

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

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Page 1: ...Branson 20R series Operator s manual 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 1 3 8 2012 4 04 01 PM...

Page 2: ...4 DIRECTION LAMP S W 60 5 HEAD LAMP HORN S W 60 6 STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER 61 7 PTO SHIFT SWITCH 61 8 EMERGENCY LAMP SIWTCH 62 9 DASH METER 63 PEDALS 67 1 CLUTCH PEDAL 68 2 BRAKE PEDALS AND CONNECTO...

Page 3: ...E OPERATION 79 STARTING STOPPING THE ENGINE 86 1 TO START THE ENGINE 87 2 TOSTOPTHEENGINE 89 OPERATING 3 POINT HITCH 90 DRIVING ON THE ROAD 92 DRIVING ON THE SLOPE 93 ENTERING AND LEAVING THE PAVEMENT...

Page 4: ...FREEZE CHART 113 FUEL OIL AND COOLANT CHART 113 CHECKING AND CHANGING OF OIL 114 1 ENGINE OIL 115 2 TRANSMISSION HYD FLUID 116 3 FRONT AXLE FLUID 118 FILTERS COOLANT REPLACEMENT 120 1 ENGINE OIL FILT...

Page 5: ...8 BRAKE 133 9 FAN BELT 134 10 TOE IN 135 11 FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK 136 12 COLOR OF EXHAUST GAS 137 TROUBLESHOOTING 138 ENGINE 139 CLUTCH BRAKE 142 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 143 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 144 SPECIFICATI...

Page 6: ...e contact your nearest authorized dealer for a copy Some parts of this product may have been changed for the improvement of quality or for safety reason In this case the photographs or drawings of suc...

Page 7: ...en with this mark may expose you to injury The section To Ensure Safe Operation on the following pages details safety points to be observed to ensure safe operation of your tractor Please make sure yo...

Page 8: ...GENERAL PRECAUTIONS TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 8 3 8 2012 4 04 01 PM...

Page 9: ...accident may occur such as overturning of the tractor Beware of exhaust gas Start engine in a well ventilated area Select a flat and safe location to secure the tractor in place so it will not cause...

Page 10: ...on Make sure work area is properly lighted Use safety work lights with protection cov ering WARNING Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all times while operating equip ment WARNING GEN...

Page 11: ...hol medication controlled sub stances or while fatigued WARNING Never wear loose torn or bulky clothing around tractor WARNING Otherwise You will be exposed to a risk of being entangled in the equipme...

Page 12: ...n your seat belt at all times WARNING Before allowing other people to use your tractor explain how to operate and have them read this manual WARNING Otherwise There is a danger of death serious injury...

Page 13: ...properly Be sure to use only implements which are recommended by manufacturer WARNING Fully warn children and keep them away from the tractor at all times WARNING Otherwise There is a risk of injury G...

Page 14: ...atches or lighters anywhere near when fueling the tank DANGER Inspect electrical wiring contact insulation to avoid shorting or spark WARNING Otherwise There is a risk of fire due to short circuit GEN...

Page 15: ...ooklet WARNING When starting the engine make sure that you are seated in the driver s seat with your seat belt fastened and the safety inspection has been performed WARNING Otherwise An unexpected acc...

Page 16: ...as you may get burnt CAUTION Use only the genuine parts or other ap proved parts Do not modify the tractor CAUTION Otherwise There is a danger of accident or injury or equipment fail ure Please rememb...

Page 17: ...lic hoses and brake hoses once every two years WARNING Check carefully that the various safety lamps such as direction indication lamp before driving the tractor WARNING Otherwise Because signal canno...

Page 18: ...nk while the engine is running or when the engine is hot DANGER If fuel pipe is damaged fuel will leak Make sure that you check for any leakage DANGER Otherwise There is a danger of fire GENERAL PRECA...

Page 19: ...cap completely and wipe off the excess fuel thoroughly DANGER Every day before operating the tractor check for straws dust fuel or other resi due on and around the muffler and the en gine and remove...

Page 20: ...djust the steering wheel make sure that the tilt lever is placed in the Lock position WARNING Check if the brakes work properly and evenly on both sides or if the steering wheel is loose WARNING Other...

Page 21: ...ing brake during warming of engine WARNING Engage or disengage the implement on a flat and safe place Supply proper lighting at all times and especially night WARNING Otherwise There is a danger of ac...

Page 22: ...s use a con tainer without holes Do not dispose of chemicals on the ground or in rivers or waterways Be careful that your body or your clothes do not come in contact with the battery solu tion If you...

Page 23: ...ecking or charging the battery WARNING Connect the terminal first when install ing the battery and disconnect the ter minal first when removing it CAUTION Otherwise There is a risk of burn or fire due...

Page 24: ...ke sure that the hydraulic coupling or the hose is not loose or damaged Before separating the hydraulic coupling or the hose eliminate the high pressure inside the hydraulic system CAUTION Otherwise T...

Page 25: ...ON Manage the maintenance tools properly and use the correct tools for the type of maintenance Also always keep the tools for repairs and minor adjustment available on the tractor CAUTION Otherwise Th...

Page 26: ...at you may get entangled in the tractor or get injured After opening the hood for checking or maintenance make sure to put them in their place CAUTION GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Oops 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030...

Page 27: ...balance weight for the work WARNING When engaging or disengaging the imple ment by moving the tractor make sure that no one is allowed around the tractor or be tween the implement or attachment and th...

Page 28: ...lement or at tachment load the weight on the front to keep the balance of the tractor WARNING Do not get under implement or put your feet under it WARNING Otherwise The implement unit may fall down an...

Page 29: ...when towing WARNING Depending on implements the overall length may become very long Pay partic ular attention to people or objects nearby when making a turn WARNING Otherwise There is a danger of per...

Page 30: ...tractor Do not shift gear when driving on a hill WARNING When engaging an implement to the trac tor follow the instruction manual for the implement WARNING Otherwise There is a risk of personal injur...

Page 31: ...nd the rear side of tractor WARNING Do not use a low revolution implement at high revolution Be sure to know the des ignated PTO requirements for the imple ments WARNING Otherwise The performance of t...

Page 32: ...fter lifting it And fix the joystick safety le ver when dismantling WARNING Make sure to use the drawbar when tow ing Never tow anything with the top link or the lower link WARNING Otherwise Tractor m...

Page 33: ...ay be pushed in an unexpected direction by the rotating force of the rotary WARNING Make sure to release the differential gear lock when making a turn WARNING Otherwise The tractor may not turn to the...

Page 34: ...s must be non slip and have sufficient strength length and width for the tractor WARNING Move the tractor backward when loading it on the truck and forward when unloading from the truck WARNING Otherw...

Page 35: ...e trac tor DANGER Pay particular attention to driving on the loading ramp Do not operate the tractor as you do with normal use such as stepping on the clutch or putting the main gear or range gear or...

Page 36: ...then do not shift the gear WARNING When transporting the tractor apply the parking brake with gear engaged and fas ten the tractor to the truck securely with sufficient strength WARNING Otherwise Ther...

Page 37: ...d the tractor start the engine and move slowly WARNING Do not allow passengers to ride on any part of the tractor at any time Especially chil dren The operator must remain in the seat at all time WARN...

Page 38: ...aved road with ditches or slanted sides pay attention to the shoulders WARNING When driving on the road observe the traf fic regulations WARNING Otherwise There is a danger of accident or injury GENER...

Page 39: ...pedal is depressed Make sure to connect the brake pedals when driving on a road WARNING Reduce throttle speed when making a turn apply brake when driving on hilly or curved roads WARNING Otherwise Th...

Page 40: ...ING Be sure to use the loading ramps when crossing a ditch or dike or when passing through soft land The loading ramps must be suitable for the tractor in width length and strength WARNING Otherwise T...

Page 41: ...fe area turn off the engine and apply the parking brake Also let the implement rest on the ground WARNING Ventilate the area to let out the exhaust gas WARNING Otherwise The exhaust gas can cause into...

Page 42: ...ing wheel while driving WARNING Stop the engine when removing grass etc from the blades of the cultivator WARNING Otherwise There is a danger that you will get entangled in the culti vator or sustain...

Page 43: ...or leaving the farming field or moving across a dike or a raised ground use the loading ramp and lower the imple ment as much as possible but that it does not touch the ground WARNING Otherwise There...

Page 44: ...hen starting the engine confirm that the implement is down on ground WARNING Never open the radiator cap when the ra diator is heated WARNING Otherwise Hot water may splash causing burns or damage GEN...

Page 45: ...other parts or if the insulation is peeling off or the contact points are loose WARNING Every day before operating the tractor check for straw dust fuel or other residue on and around the muffler and...

Page 46: ...or a long period of time make sure to put the clutch pedal in the Disconnect position WARNING Put tractor cover on only after parts such as the engine and muffler cooled down WARNING Otherwise There i...

Page 47: ...e battery and keep the key in a safe place WARNING Install the indication of disable car in accor dance with the local regulation at the rear of the tractor when a failure occurs during travelling Oth...

Page 48: ...l when you change directions If necessary the signal must be given by hand or direction indication lamp must be used Always turn on the head light and or emergency lamp at night and day as requested b...

Page 49: ...lity and performance always contact your nearest authorized deal er or service department of the head office Otherwise Be careful it may cause a fatal error or may not be covered by the warranty Use a...

Page 50: ...ABOUT WARRANTY 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 50 3 8 2012 4 04 11 PM...

Page 51: ...se contact your nearest authorized dealer Information you will need when contacting the dealer for service Type of model and tractor s n number In case of engine the engine s n number Circumstances of...

Page 52: ...OVERVIEW OF THE TRACTOR 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 52 3 8 2012 4 04 11 PM...

Page 53: ...B HEAD LAMP C HOOD OPEN LATCH D STEERING WHEEL E ROPS F SEAT G WORK LAMP H DIRECTION LAMP I MID REMOTE VALVE JOYSTICK J REAR TIRE K STEP OVERVIEW OF THE TRACTOR 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 53 3 8...

Page 54: ...54 A LOWER LINKS B LIFT LINK C REAR TIRE D CENTER LINK E SMV SIGN F WORK LAMP G ROPS H STEP I FRONT TIRE OVERVIEW OF THE TRACTOR 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 54 3 8 2012 4 04 11 PM...

Page 55: ...HYDRAULIC PUMP B STARTING MOTOR C ALTERNATOR D MUFFLER E COOLANT RESERVOIR F RADIATOR G RADIATOR SCREEN H AIR FILTER I BATTERY OVERVIEW OF THE TRACTOR 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 55 3 8 2012 4 04...

Page 56: ...FUNCTIONS 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 56 3 8 2012 4 04 11 PM...

Page 57: ...S 1 DASH METER 2 F R SHUTTLE LEVER 3 STEERING WHEEL 4 ACCELATOR LEVER 5 COMBINATION LAMP SWITCH 6 PTO SHIFT SWITCH 7 EMERGENCY LAMP SWITH 8 MAIN KEY SWITCH FUNCTIONS 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 5...

Page 58: ...ll electri cal parts If the engine is stopped the engine oil pres sure pilot lamp and the battery charge pilot lamp are lit Depending on the outside temperature the thermostat pilot lamp may also be l...

Page 59: ...ss the clutch fully 3 F R SHUTTLE LEVER FUNCTIONS Precaution For safety when shifting from forward to reverse or from reverse to forward put the lever in the neutral position and wait for the tractor...

Page 60: ...icator switch to the left to turn on the lamp on the left HEAD LAMP S W With the main switch in the ON position turn the light switch one click to the right for high beam and two clicks to the right f...

Page 61: ...instru ment panel PTO clutch switch LINK PTO gets connected and when the lift arm is lifted PTO stops to rotate And when the lift arm is lowered PTO rotates and PTO lamp lights on the instrument panel...

Page 62: ...Activate by pressing switch as to warn other vehicles Emergency lamp operates regardless of main switch and every di rection lamp will cease at once Press once again to cancel 8 EMERGENCY LAMP SWITCH...

Page 63: ...63 9 DASH METER FUNCTIONS 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 63 3 8 2012 4 04 12 PM...

Page 64: ...WORK It indicates the position where PTO achieves 540rpm when en gine rpm is 2600rpm at PTO 1st stage It indicates the position where PTO achieves 1000rpm when engine rpm is 2600rpm or where PTO achi...

Page 65: ...6 BATTERY CHARGING LAMP It will be turned on when the key switch is put into the ON position and will be turned off when the battery starts being charged after engine is started and the engine revolu...

Page 66: ...erature of the engine coolant during running If the needle is in the red zone stop running the engine and check for problems 10 HEAD LAMP HIGH BEAM Indicates the head lamps beam s position It will com...

Page 67: ...67 PEDALS 1 CLUTCH PEDAL 2 BRAKE PEDAL LH 3 BRAKE PEDAL CONNECTOR 4 BRAKE PEDAL RH 5 ACCELATOR PEDAL 6 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL FUNCTIONS 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 67 3 8 2012 4 04 13 PM...

Page 68: ...on the pavement Depress ing the brake pedal on the side to which to make a turn the rear wheel on that side is stopped and the tractor can make a small turn 2 BRAKE PEDALS AND CONNECTOR Make sure to...

Page 69: ...LOCK PEDAL It is used to transmit the same power to both rear wheels and serves to prevent slipping when one of the rear wheels is idling Release the differential gear lock when making a turn Otherwi...

Page 70: ...EMOTE VALVE JOYSTICK 2 MAIN GEAR SHIFT LEVER 3 3PT POSITION LEVER 4 RANGE SHIFT LEVER 5 MFWD LEVER 6 PTO SHIFT LEVER 7 PARK BRAKE LEVER 8 STOP SLOW RETURN VALVE FUNCTIONS 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 i...

Page 71: ...and move down when pulled backward Bucket will move up when pushed to the left and move down when pushed to the right Joystick lever must be locked when driving while loader is lifted Otherwise it may...

Page 72: ...implement set the position control lever and the implement will go down to the set position The range gear is shifted in three levels A B C The combination with the main gear provides 12 levels of gea...

Page 73: ...al and push the lever down Connect both brake pedals with the connector FUNCTIONS 6 STOP SLOW RETURN VALVE It is used to regulate the lowering speed of the implement slow return function Also if you w...

Page 74: ...8 PTO LEVER The revolution of the PTO shaft can be shifted in two levels When shifting level shift PTO switch to OFF po sition PTO 1 540 RPM PTO 2 760 RPM 540E Observe the PTO speed designated on the...

Page 75: ...75 FUNCTIONS OTHERS 1 WORK LAMP SWITCH 2 SEAT 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 75 3 8 2012 4 04 13 PM...

Page 76: ...76 1 WORK LAMP SWITCH FUNCTIONS It is used for work at rear side at night The work lamp has an on off switch itself 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 76 3 8 2012 4 04 13 PM...

Page 77: ...d Release the handle at one of several positions Back cushion angle adjustment Lift the handle and let the back cushion spring forward or lean backward into the cushion Release the handle at desired p...

Page 78: ...OPERATION WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 78 3 8 2012 4 04 13 PM...

Page 79: ...hecking maintenance or repair Carry out the maintenance work after heated area such as the muffler or the engine have fully cooled down CAUTION OPERATIONS WORK Otherwise An unexpected accident may occ...

Page 80: ...us day Check the parts that you thought were not normal during the work of previous day b Check around the tractor Parking deformation damage or stains Tire pressure and abrasion Damage to the tractor...

Page 81: ...81 Battery solution level Air cleaner Cooling fan belt tension damage Dust or straw on the radiator grill or the engine OPERATIONS WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 81 3 8 2012 4 04 14 PM...

Page 82: ...king pin of the universal joint in serted in the PTO shaft Condition of R pins in each part Loosening of the bolts holding the blade Quantity of oil in each part For more details please refer to the i...

Page 83: ...Operational condition and free play of the brake 0 2 0 4in Free play of the steering wheel 0 8 2 0in Operational condition and free play of the clutch pedal OPERATIONS WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 03071...

Page 84: ...84 f Start the engine Abnormal noise from the engine Color of the exhaust gas Operation of lamps and gauges OPERATIONS WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 84 3 8 2012 4 04 14 PM...

Page 85: ...the following precautions during the break in period 1 Avoid rapid accelerating and abrupt stopping 2 Avoid over speeding and overloads 3 Drive the tractor after the engine has been warmed up 4 Reduce...

Page 86: ...ONS WORK Otherwise There is a risk of injury Do not start the engine in an enclosed space You must start the engine outside where there is open air If you should have to start the engine inside a buil...

Page 87: ...on and PTO switch turn to OFF position Don t crank engine unless position control lever is in the lowest position WARNING Check the safety around the tractor and start to move slowly WARNING OPERATION...

Page 88: ...lamp has turned off depress the clutch pedal fully and turn the MAIN KEY SWITCH to START g Once the engine has started take your hand off the MAIN KEY SWITCH h Increase the engine to about 1 500rpm an...

Page 89: ...e never stop it with the reducer lever After stopping the engine make sure to apply the parking brake WARNING Note for warming up operation strongly step on the brake pedal and pull your parking brake...

Page 90: ...90 OPERATING 3POINT HITCH 1 TO RAISE OR LOWER THE IMPLEMENT Move the position control lever forward or backward to lower or raise the implement 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 90 3 8 2012 4 04 15 PM...

Page 91: ...cause an unjury For adjusting the lowering speed turn the hy draulic stop slow return valve A to the left for faster movement or to the right for slow er movement Turning the valve fully to the right...

Page 92: ...Put the PTO lever into N and connect the brake pedals When making a turn turn in the direc tion indicator lamp to inform other ve hicles of your intention Pay particular cautions to narrow farm roads...

Page 93: ...e tractor may slide down and lead to a serious situ ation When starting the tractor upwards on a slope start slowly in low gear with low engine rpm Otherwise the front of the tractor may be lifted and...

Page 94: ...and lower the implement to achieve a lower center of gravity Drive backward when climbing up a steep slope and drive forward when climbing down WARNING NOTE Enter or leave the pavement in a perpendic...

Page 95: ...connector of the brake pedals Depress the brake pedal on the side to which to make a turn while steer ing the wheel this will allow the tractor to make the turn without moving ahead Make sure to keep...

Page 96: ...differential gear lock pedal will make both rear wheels roll at the same speed Releasing the pedal will automatically unlock the differential gear OPERATIONS WORK Otherwise The tractor will not turn...

Page 97: ...ry and have sufficient strength length and width for the tractor To avoid slip ping of the loading ramp latch it se curely onto the truck Move the tractor backward when load ing and forward when unloa...

Page 98: ...Connect Check chain to bracket Lift link mounting hole and adjust length Refer to instruction of implement for adjusting swing clearance 1 LOWER LINK 2 DRAW BAR 3 LIFT LINK RH 4 LIFT LINK LH 4 CENTER...

Page 99: ...d The Position C allows the maximum pressure d Adjusting for vertical float Depending on the position of the steel plate lift links can be adjusted to allow for vertical float or to lock out float Not...

Page 100: ...ise to rise up lift links On the contrary turn the A lever counter clockwise to lower down lift links After adjusting turn down the lever for locking CAUTION OPERATIONS WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 03071...

Page 101: ...brake switch off the engine and confirm that the PTO lever is on the N position When towing something make sure to use the draw bar Increase the wheel tread on a slope or when towing Depending on the...

Page 102: ...wing a Pull the parking brake block the front wheels and raise the body with a jack to make the rear wheel lift from the ground b To make sure adjustments alternatively between the left and right whee...

Page 103: ...ng power steering may feel a little heavy If the wheel is steered to the maximum the relief valve is opened and a warn ing sound will be made Do not continue to operate the tractor with the warning so...

Page 104: ...MAINTENANCE AFTER WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 104 3 8 2012 4 04 17 PM...

Page 105: ...ch grease nipple When carrying out checking maintenance or repair make sure to turn off the engine CAUTION Avoid water on electrical parts whenever possible as it will cause equipment breakdown MAINTE...

Page 106: ...Replace the covers that have been de tached for checking or maintenance WARNING Otherwise There is a risk of getting entangled in the tractor or injured Carry out checking or maintenance af ter heate...

Page 107: ...l tank Empty space in the fuel tank will produce dewdrops that will produce condensation that will be the cause of rust formation And lock the fuel shut off valve to C closed 5 Disconnect the battery...

Page 108: ...d engine oil inlet with plastic sheets to keep moisture away 8 Keep the clutch pedal in a depressed position to avoid rust on the clutch 9 Maintain the air pressure in the tires M MAINTENANCE AFTER WO...

Page 109: ...109 MEMO MAINTENANCE AFTER WORK 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 109 3 8 2012 4 04 17 PM...

Page 110: ...PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 110 3 8 2012 4 04 17 PM...

Page 111: ...ime the coolant is replaced Fuel oil filter and element R R Coolant Check before every work Replace every year Air cleaner element R Air filter cleaning Fan and radiator cleaning Battery solution Repl...

Page 112: ...se cleaning Intake exhaust gas valves Fuel injection valve Alternator Hydraulic system Inspection should be done every 50 hours If the tractor is not used much inspect every year Replace parts every t...

Page 113: ...ifreeze Transmission Hyd oil Branson Origin Oil Texaco TDH oil 1893 Front axle oil SAE80W 90 Item Capacity Fuel 9 3 gal 35L Engine oil 1 2 gal 4 3L 3 cyl engine 1 7 gal 6 4L 4 cyl gneine Coolant 1 58...

Page 114: ...waterways or in sewage system but take appropriate measures such as contact ing waste oil disposal specialists Do not change oil just after stopping the engine CAUTION PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT...

Page 115: ...ll it out again to see if the oil level is between the upper and lower limit If the oil level is below the lower limit add oil Precaution Check the oil lever before the engine is started or after the...

Page 116: ...NSMISSION HYD OIL PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT CHANGING OIL Drain the oil by removing the plug under the engine Put new oil through the engine oil filler hole Change the oil periodically and select...

Page 117: ...the hydraulic case Transmission oil can be used for the hydraulic system and for the power steering unit Make sure to use the genuine Branson transmission fluid Drain the oil when oil is warm but be c...

Page 118: ...ght side of the front axle clean the tip of the gauge dip the cap without screwing in and take it out again to read the fluid level Refill the fluid as necessary and also check for leaks PERIODIC MAIN...

Page 119: ...IL Drain the fluid through three drain holes under the front axle Refill the fluid from the upper right side of the front axle PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 119 3 8...

Page 120: ...ilter wrench 2 Apply a thin film of oil over the rubber ring on the bottom of the new cartridge and attach the new filter se curely 3 After changing the engine oil start the engine and run it until th...

Page 121: ...out 2 Apply a thin film of fluid over the rubber ring on the bottom of the new cartridge and attach the new filter se curely 3 After changing the transmission fluid start the engine to circulate the...

Page 122: ...therwise Hot water will splash and may cause burn in jury 3 FUEL FILTER Cleaning and replacement of fuel filter element 1 Put the fuel shut off valve to C closed position 2 Take out the filter and rem...

Page 123: ...Rinse the radiator with tap water until no dirt or rust comes out For better results fill the radiator with water mixed with radiator flush run the engine for over 15 minutes and drain the water solu...

Page 124: ...ety Anti Freeze Mixture Ratio Outdoor Temp F 23 14 5 4 13 22 Ratio 82 73 66 61 55 49 Anti Freeze 18 27 34 39 45 51 Precaution When replacing the coolant add anti corrosive solution and run the engine...

Page 125: ...rs and replace it every 400 hours In normal working environments clean the air filter ev ery 100 hours and replace it every 1 000 hours If the running hours are shorter replace the element after one y...

Page 126: ...for radiator disassem bly Pull up the radiator cleaner in the direction of arrow mark and unfold it upward and pull out upward Remove straw and dust Clean it before and after work PERIODIC MAINTENANC...

Page 127: ...ake sure to install the battery of the same capacity as designated To preserve the environment and to recycle resources do not discard the old battery but hand it over to the bat tery dealer for prope...

Page 128: ...able with park ing brake released 2 Tighten fixing nuts of parking brake cable and fix them at position where clearance amount is 0 8 1 in 20 25mm from the end of parking brake lever PERIODIC MAINTENA...

Page 129: ...wise There is a risk of fire or engine damage Check for damage to fuel hoses steering wheel hoses pipe intake hose pipe and ra diator hoses and see if there is any leakage or loose bolts Replace the p...

Page 130: ...DIC MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT Otherwise There is a risk of fire due to short circuit Open the hood of the engine and check if any cable is in contact with other parts or if any insulation is peeled off o...

Page 131: ...s Check the relevant parts before starting work everyday and add grease as nec essary After working on wet areas make sure to apply grease to the tractor PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT 20R OPERATORS...

Page 132: ...the steering wheel may feel heavy or the tractor may not move straight If the free play is not normal have it fixed at your nearest authorized dealer Check if the steering wheel vibrates se verely or...

Page 133: ...ay of both brake pedals is the same WARNING In this case the free play of the brake pedal is 0 2 0 4 in 5 10mm Adjust both of the brake pedals How to adjust brake free play 1 Remove dashboard 2 Loosen...

Page 134: ...e middle of fan belt with finger to see if the belt sags about 0 4 0 6in 10 15mm or if there is any damage to the belt If the sag ging is not correct loosen the alternator bolt and move the alternator...

Page 135: ...tance A and the dis tance B of the front wheels and see if the different be tween the two measurements is 0 16 0 3 in 4 8mm Adjusting If not loosen nuts at the end of the cylinder rod on both sides an...

Page 136: ...y burnt out fuses with new ones of required capacity A fusible link is a type of fuse which burns and discon nects the current in the event of excessive current flow ing in the circuit if plastic coat...

Page 137: ...normally its color is clear Black incomplete combustion due to too much fuel intake White misfiring or cold temperature Blue burning of engine oil If the color of the exhaust gas remains black or whi...

Page 138: ...TROUBLESHOOTING 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 138 3 8 2012 4 04 20 PM...

Page 139: ...turned on Turn off PTO ON OFF switch Is the battery terminal loosened or corroded Clean and tighten the terminals Apply grease to avoid rust Is the main fuse burnt out Replace the fuse Is the key swi...

Page 140: ...w Refill the coolant Is the fan belt loose or damaged Adjust or replace the fan belt Is the radiator core clogged Clean the radiator core Is the engine oil level low Refill the engine oil Is the engin...

Page 141: ...proper viscosity Is the pressure switch defective Replace the switch Is the oil pump defective Contact dealer for repair The engine power is too weak Is the air cleaner clogged Inspect the air cleane...

Page 142: ...pedal The brake does not work or works on one side Is the extent of free play of the brake pedal proper Adjust the free play of the pedal The brake pedal squeaks and does not return well Is the brake...

Page 143: ...draulic pump defective Contact the dealer for repair Is the control valve dusty or is the O ring dam aged Contact the dealer for repair The implement cannot be lowered Is the cylinder damaged Contact...

Page 144: ...ondition Inspect and clean the grounding and termi nals The lamps will not turn on Is the bulb burnt out Replace the bulb Is the fuse burnt out Replace the fuse Is the contact of the cable in bad cond...

Page 145: ...145 MEMO TROUBLESHOOTING G 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 145 3 8 2012 4 04 21 PM...

Page 146: ...SPECIFICATIONS 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 146 3 8 2012 4 04 21 PM...

Page 147: ...120R 3520R 4020R 4520R 5220R Drive System 4 WHEEL DRIVE Dimensions Overall Length in mm 130 3 282 Overall Width in mm 62 1 562 Overall Height in mm 97 9 2 489 Wheel Base in mm 70 9 1 800 Ground Cleara...

Page 148: ...1 23 1 35 26 1 40 29 8 47 35 55 40 5 Engine RPM RPM 2600 No of Cylinder 3 4 Bore x Stroke In mm 3 3 x 3 7 84 X 94 3 46 x 3 7 88 X 94 3 46 x 3 7 88 X 94 3 46 x 3 7 88 X 94 3 46 x 3 7 88 X 94 Displaceme...

Page 149: ...Speed mph km h 1 14 14 8 1 8 23 9 1 09 14 2 1 7 22 8 PTO Type Independent P T O 6 Spline shaft Speed RPM 540 790 Power hp kw 26 5 19 5 29 22 35 5 26 1 42 31 47 5 35 Hydraulic System Type Position 3 p...

Page 150: ...150 MEMO 20R OPERATORS MANUAL 030712 indd 150 3 8 2012 4 04 21 PM...

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