LS tractor XP8084, Operator'S Manual

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(2) Manual scope and required training level
Introduction to this manual
This manual gives information about the use of
your tractor as intended and under the
conditions foreseen by manufacturer during
normal operation, routine service, and
maintenance.
This manual does not contain all the
information that relates to periodic service,
conversions, and repairs that only trained
service personnel can perform. Some of these
activities may require appropriate facilities,
technical skills, and/or tools that manufacturer
does not supply with the tractor.
The manual contains the chapters as shown on
the Contents pages.
Normal operation
Normal operation consists of the use of this
tractor for the purpose manufacturer intends by
an operator that:
• Is familiar with the tractor and any mounted
equipment or towed equipment.
• Complies with the information on operation
and safe practices as specified by
manufacturer in this manual and by the signs
on the tractor.
Normal operation includes:
• Preparation and storage of the tractor.
• Addition and removal of ballast.
• Connection and disconnection of mounted
equipment and/or towed equipment.
• Adjustment and configuration of the tractor
and equipment for the specific conditions of
the job site, field, and/or crop.
• Movement of components into and out of
working positions.
Routine service and maintenance
Routine service and maintenance consists of
the daily activities necessary to maintain the
proper tractor function. The operator must:
• Be familiar with the tractor characteristics.
• Comply with the information on routine
service and safe practices as specified by
manufacturer in this manual and by the signs
on the tractor.
Routine service can include:
• Fueling
• Cleaning
• Washing
• Topping up fluid levels
• Greasing
• Replacing consumable items such as light
bulbs
Periodic service, conversions, and
repairs
Periodic service consists of activities that are
necessary to maintain the expected life of your
tractor. These activities have defined intervals.
Trained service personnel familiar with the
tractor characteristics must perform these
activities at the defined intervals. Trained
service personnel must comply with the
information on periodic service and safe
practices as partly specified by manufacturer in
this manual and/or other company literature.
Periodic service includes:
• Oil change service for the engine, hydraulic
circuits, or transmission.
• Periodic exchange of other substances or
components as required.