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SECTION D

Radiator Coolant Level ................................................................................................. B5

Radiator ....................................................................................................................... B4/5

Rear Axle Oil Level ...................................................................................................... B7, B17

Rear Wheel Track Adjustment ...................................................................................... A20

Road Speeds ............................................................................................................... A4, C8/9

Roll Bar/Safety Frame ................................................................................................. viii, A2, B12

Running in Procedure .................................................................................................. A7

Safety Chain ................................................................................................................ A16

Sealed Beam Headlamp Replacement ........................................................................ B21

Seat Belt ..................................................................................................................... A2

Servicing the Tractor .................................................................................................... vii

Severs Terminal Trailor Socket ..................................................................................... A4

Specifications .............................................................................................................. C1

Starter Motor Pinion .................................................................................................... B14

Starting/Stopping the Engine Procedure ...................................................................... A4/5

Steering System .......................................................................................................... B14/ C4

Tachometer .................................................................................................................. A2

Tappet Adjustment ....................................................................................................... B14/15, C3

Three Point Linkage and Trailed Equipment ................................................................. A14

Toe in Adjustment ........................................................................................................ A19

Top Link ....................................................................................................................... A15/16

Tractor Storage ............................................................................................................ B23

Tractor Weighting ......................................................................................................... A20/21/22

Transmission ............................................................................................................... A7, B11, B18

Tires ............................................................................................................................ A22/23, B7, C7

Universal Symbols ....................................................................................................... ix

Valve Tappet Clearance ............................................................................................... B14

Weights ....................................................................................................................... C2

Every 10 Hrs. of Daily Service ..................................................................................... B5

Every 50 Hrs. Service .................................................................................................. B7

Every 100 Hrs. Service ................................................................................................ B10

Every 300 Hrs. Service ................................................................................................ B10

Every 600 Hrs. Service ................................................................................................ B12

Every 900 Hrs. Service ................................................................................................ B16

Every 1200 Hrs. Service .............................................................................................. B16

Every 1500 Hrs. Service .............................................................................................. B18

Every 2500 Hrs. Service .............................................................................................. B19

Every 3000 Hrs. Service .............................................................................................. B19

Summary of Contents for FarmTrac 45 DT

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S M A N U A L OPERATOR S M A N U A L 45 DT...

Page 2: ...ety Frame or Roll Bar 2 Instruments and Controls 2 Starting the Engine 4 Stopping the Engine 5 Parking Brake 5 Foot Controls 6 Transmission 7 Power Take Off 7 Hydraulic System 9 Three Point Linkage 14...

Page 3: ...filters engine and hydraulic oil oil filters fan belts and light bulbs This warranty does not cover normal maintenance services such as engine tune up cleaning or minor adjustments This warranty also...

Page 4: ...rranty claim solely for lack of maintenance records with you However a claim may be denied if your failure to perform maintenance resulted in the failure of a warranted part Receipts covering regular...

Page 5: ...TAPPETCLEARANCE IN COLD 0 014 0 018inch ENGINEMODEL F3 287 TAPPETCLEARANCE EX COLD 0 017 0 021inch DISPLACEMENT 2 86 Lts INJECTION TIMING STATIC 120 BTDC ADVERTISEDPOWER 29KWNET ISO2288 HIGH IDLING S...

Page 6: ...tractor require service Read this Manual carefully and keep it at a convenient place for future reference This manual must be considered as an integral part of your tractor If at any time you require...

Page 7: ...the rear install front end or front wheel weights 11 Ensure that an implement coupled to the three point linkage does not contact any part of the cab if cab is provided 12 Never leave equipment in th...

Page 8: ...rotating 6 Before operating implements study the implement manufacturer s handbook Certain implements require special operating techniques SERVICING THE TRACTOR 1 Keep the tractor and equipment parti...

Page 9: ...ent above 1 3 is not recommended 14 Precaution should be taken to ensure that stored fuel is kept free of dirt water etc 15 Fuel should be stored in black iron tanks not galvanised tanks as the galvan...

Page 10: ...ht dipped beam Horn Turn Signals Warning P T O Transmission in neutral Low transmission range High transmission range Slow or low setting Fast or high setting Linkage lower Position Control Draft Cont...

Page 11: ...SE SERIOUS INJURY TO THE OPERATOROROTHERPERSONS WARNING WARNING AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY OR DEATH FROM A MACHINE RUNAWAY 1 Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals Machine will statrt in...

Page 12: ...ou are fully accustomed to all the controls It is too late to learn once the tractor is moving If in doubt about any aspect of operation of the tractor consult your Authorized Dealer Reference to trac...

Page 13: ...a serviceable condition If your tractor is fitted with a front end loader it is recommended that a canopy be fitted to protect the operator from objects that may fall from the loader bucket WARNING D...

Page 14: ...lash in unison with the turn signals and the turn signal indicator lights on the instrument panel Indicator Ligthss The upper indicator light of the pair will illuminate when headlamp main beam is sel...

Page 15: ...the air in taken manifold which when operated ignites a measure of diesel fuel and introduces it into the combustion chamber With the thermostart installed all the five positions of the keystart switc...

Page 16: ...and the other end to the auxiliary battery positive terminal l Connect one end of the black jump lead to the auxiliary battery negative terminal and the other end to a suitable projection on the trac...

Page 17: ...e 5 may be used independently of the hand throttle to control the speed of the tractor It is recommended that you use the foot accelerator when driving on the highway NOTE When it is required to use t...

Page 18: ...ngine speed will waste fuel You will save fuel and minimize engine wear by selecting the correct gear ratio for each particular operation Check the instruments frequently and keep the radiator and var...

Page 19: ...wheels when carrying out stationary P T O work OPERATING THE P T O Transmission P T O where fitted To operate transmission P T O start the engine fully depress the clutch pedal and pull the P T O sel...

Page 20: ...draulic system providing accurate and sensitive control over a wide range of operating conditions Two distinct systems are incorporated 1 Upper Link Draft Control 2 Position Control The type of contro...

Page 21: ...le stop adjacent to the Draft Control Lever to locate the position for repeated use The Draft Control Lever may be eased sideways to bypass the adjustable stop if required A pressure sensitive feather...

Page 22: ...lic system However the manual flow control valve where fitted may be used to reduce the rate of lift of the three point linkage if required To reduce the rate of lift tilt the Flow Control ValveRocker...

Page 23: ...ntrol valve be used instead of the Auxiliary Services Control valve Operating Remote Cylinders with Remote Control Valves where fitted To facilitate the operation of remote cylinders optional double s...

Page 24: ...ich must be serviced while in the raised position NOTE Before connecting remote cylinder hoses thoroughly clean the connections to prevent oil contamination Remote cylinders are operated by oil drawn...

Page 25: ...n detaching equipment the procedure is the reverse of attaching The following tips will make hitching easier and safer l Always park the equipment on a firm level surface l Support equipment so that i...

Page 26: ...a nominal 27 in 685 mm measured between the centers of the attaching pins When transporting the tractor hook the link plate over the lug on the hydraulic lift rocker See figure 20 20 TopLink 1 Sleeve...

Page 27: ...chains and attaching hardware are not standard figments on the tractor and may be available from your implement Dealer Fixed Drawbar where fitted A fixed drawbar may be provided on your tractor Which...

Page 28: ...his section of the Manual and REAR TIRE PRESSURES AND LOADS in the Specifications section FRONT WHEEL TRACK ADJUSTMENT WARNING A tractor with narrow wheel settings may not be as stable under the same...

Page 29: ...ter sections passing the securing bolts through the center beam and the outer sections as indicated in Figure 29 and the track setting table given in the proceeding sub section Refix and tighten the r...

Page 30: ...e distance between the two marks call this dimension A Figure 32 31 Drag link tractors fitted with mechanical steering 1 Clamp bolts 2 Sleeve drag link Tractor fitted with Hydrostatic Steering Remove...

Page 31: ...r intervals Rear disc to hub nuts 200 lbf ft 270 Nm Rear disc to rim nuts 130 lbf ft 176 Nm WARNING Never operate the tractor with a loose wheel rim or disc Always tighten nuts to the specified torque...

Page 32: ...tractor weight base tractor plus ballast and any mounted equipment such as sprayers loaders etc including the load carried there on must not exceed 6900 lb 3130 kg Maximum permissible rear axle loadin...

Page 33: ...ubes do not have air water valves fitted as standard equipment A suitable air water valve must be fitted to enable front tires to be filled with calcium chloride solution TIRE INFLATION Upon receiving...

Page 34: ...e repairing tires Ensure the jack is placed on a firm level surface l Do not put any part of your body under the tractor or start the engine while the tractor is on the jack l Never hit a tire or rim...

Page 35: ...N O T E S 24 CONTROL INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION...

Page 36: ...Section C Specifications for additional amount that may be added to the rear axle and for recommended oil capacities and grades To prevent contamination when changing oils filters etc always clean the...

Page 37: ...vel X X 24 Fuel Injection Pump Pre filter element X 25 26 Engine oil and filter X X 27 Transmission oil level X X 28 Hydraulic Oil Filter X 29 Footbrake adjustment X 30 Fan Alternator belt tension X X...

Page 38: ...hours of usage and all subsequent changes after every 300 hours Frequency depends on clutch usage Frequency depends on coolant in use See Pages 20 to 21 AFTER FIRST 50 HOURS OF USAGE check the Engine...

Page 39: ...bracket on the air cleaner casing Figure C Radiator Grille For additional access to the horn where fitted air cleaner oil cooler radiator matrix and grille mounted headlamps where fitted remove the r...

Page 40: ...and allow the pressure to escape before fully removing the cap WARNING Antifreeze solution is irritating to eyes and skin Adhere to the precautions outlined on the antifreeze container Also l avoid co...

Page 41: ...6 Operation 5 Oil Bath Air Cleaner where fitted 4 Oil Bath Air Cleaner 1 Inner cup 2 Over center catch 3 Bowl assembly 4 Air cleaner body Remove the pre cleaner and extension tube raise the cowling an...

Page 42: ...nd remove the split pin and clevis pin Turn the clevis to lengthen or shorten the operating rod as required Secure the clevis pin with a new split pin and tighten the locknut SECTION B 7 Clutch Pedal...

Page 43: ...t use a open flame to check the electrolyte level Wear eye protection when charging the battery or starting the engine with a slave battery NOTE In some territories maintenance free batteries are fitt...

Page 44: ...dal Pivot 18 Front Wheel Hubs Grease the hubs of both front wheels daily when operating in adverse conditions 16 Differential Lock Pedal Pivot 19 Three point Linkage 9 17 Front Wheel Spindless There i...

Page 45: ...ld have the oil changed every 150 hours of operation the oil filter need only be changed at the normal 300 hours service interval In some territories locally available diesel may have a high sulphur c...

Page 46: ...dal locking latch Disconnect the brake linkage by removing the split pin Jack up one wheel and block the other three to prevent accidental movement Proceed as follows Loosen the brake adjusting screw...

Page 47: ...er Element where fitted Remove the outer element and clean as described in Operations 6 and 7 Wash the element every 300 hours or after five cleanings whichever occurs first NOTE Never use fuel oil pe...

Page 48: ...d bowl and refill to the level mark with fresh engine oil Do not fill above the level mark Raise the bowl filter assembly up to the air cleaner body and tighten the clamp bolt to secure the bowl assem...

Page 49: ...Remove the filler level plug and top up with clean oil as required See Section C for correct oil grade LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 14 Operation 39 Starter Motor Pinion Disconnect the cable from the b...

Page 50: ...ly Remove the Tube Assembly by unscrewing the Nut and Ferrule from the Fuel Tank Tap Unscrew the Fuel Tap and remove the Strainer Wash the Strainer and dry it Re fit the Strainer and Tap Assembly to t...

Page 51: ...The service change interval for both elements coincides every 1800 hours e g 1800 3600 5400 hours etc However do not change both the filters simultaneously It is desirable to provide a 25 50 hour gap...

Page 52: ...e oil level and top up as required Operation 46 Rear Axle Oil With the oil hot remove the drain plug Figure 43 and allow the oil to drain into a suitable container Replace the plug after the oil has c...

Page 53: ...rade 47 Belt Pulley where fitted 1 Filler level plug Operation 49 Belt Pulley Oil where fitted Remove the combined level filler plug and drain the oil by removing the belt pulley to rear axle securing...

Page 54: ...washers on either side of the banjo fittings and tighten the retaining bolts to 6 lbf ft 8Nm Reconnect the pump to injector pipes and tighten the connections to 18 lbf ft 24 Nm After replying the inje...

Page 55: ...iously mentioned specification is not available use a proprietary heavy duty antifreeze mixed with an equal amount of clean water and change the coolant every 1200 hours or 12 months whichever occurs...

Page 56: ...aks In the event of a loss of coolant for example a leaking hose or gasket it is important to firstly correct the leak and secondly top up with a pre mixed solution of water and antifreeze of the corr...

Page 57: ...and adjust the length of the rod 5 so as to fit onto the lower ball stud 6 Tighten the locknut With the hand throttle set at the maximum speed position depress the foot throttle until the pedal contac...

Page 58: ...ext change renew the coolant See Operation 48 as appropriate Run the engine for one hour to disperse the inhibitor throughout the cooling system Lubricate all grease fittings Raise the lift linkage hy...

Page 59: ...N O T E S 24 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE...

Page 60: ...lies on all models Company policy is one of continuous improvement and the right to change prices specification or equipment at any time without notice is reserved All data given in this book is subje...

Page 61: ...length in 133 9 cm 340 0 Wheelbase in 82 3 cm 209 0 Turning radius without brakes ft 10 75 metres 3 28 Turning radius with brakes ft 9 75 metres 2 97 WEIGHTS Total with fuel oil and water lb 4376 kg...

Page 62: ...exceed the following limits Total hardness Chlorides Sulphates 300 parts per million 100 parts per million 100 parts per million CLUTCH Pedal free travel in 1 25 1 50 mm 32 58 Displacement Farmtrac 60...

Page 63: ...d Draft Control with double acting top link Nominal pressure lbf in2 2520 kg cm2 175 Lift capacity at linkage ball ends lbf 3086 with lower links in horizontal position kg 1400 Hydraulic pump Engine d...

Page 64: ...55 Amp Alternator with integral regulator with integral regulator Battery 80 Ah Starter Motor Positive engagement solenoid operated NOTE In cold climate countries maintenance free batteries with atle...

Page 65: ...ntact your Authorized Dealer In areas where prolonged periods of extreme temperatures are encountered local lubricant practices are acceptable such as the use of SAE 5W in extreme low temperatures or...

Page 66: ...with no increase in inflation pressure when operated at speeds not exceeding 12 mph 20 kmph The above tables are for guidance only For exact information regarding inflation pressure and loads for you...

Page 67: ...1 49 2 40 1 97 3 17 2 21 3 56 2 46 3 96 High Reverse 5 33 8 58 7 08 1139 7 97 12 82 8 85 14 24 Gear Miles per hour kmph Engines Speed rev min 1000 1600 1800 2000 1 0 88 1 42 1 41 2 28 1 58 2 55 1 76...

Page 68: ...2 67 1 86 3 00 2 07 3 34 3 1 81 2 92 2 90 4 67 3 27 5 26 3 63 5 84 4 2 47 3 98 3 96 6 38 4 46 7 18 4 96 7 98 5 2 96 4 77 4 75 7 64 5 34 8 59 6 14 9 54 6 3 71 5 97 5 93 9 54 6 67 10 73 7 42 11 93 7 6 7...

Page 69: ...N O T E S SPECIFICATIONS 10...

Page 70: ...Check Chains A16 Clutch A6 B7 C3 4 Contents i Controls Instruments Operation A1 Cooling System Maintenance B20 21 C3 Diesel Fuel viii Differential Lock A6 Do Nots vii Draft Control Operation A9 10 11...

Page 71: ...Grease Fittings and Pivots B8 9 Hand Throttle A3 Hazard Warning Lights Switch A3 Headlight Bulb Replacement B21 Hood Side Panels B4 Hydraulic Oil Filter B11 Hydraulic Strainer B18 Hydraulic Systems Co...

Page 72: ...Engine Procedure A4 5 Steering System B14 C4 Tachometer A2 Tappet Adjustment B14 15 C3 Three Point Linkage and Trailed Equipment A14 Toe in Adjustment A19 Top Link A15 16 Tractor Storage B23 Tractor W...

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