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60 Series 2WD/4WD, Model - 8560
P re caut io n s
Operating the Tractor
1. Before starting the tractor ensure parking brake is
engaged, place the IPTO lever in the disengaged,
hydraulic control levers in downward position, remote
control valve levers and transmission in neutral.
2. Do not apply load on tractor at low engine speeds.
Always apply heavy loads at full throttle rpm of engine.
3. Do not start the engine or operate controls while
standing besides the tractor. Always sit on the tractor
seat when starting the engine or operating controls.
4. Transmission Neutral switch
In order to prevent accidental starting of the tractor in
gear, a safety switch is provided. The starting system of
the tractor is connected through the switch on Speed
Shifting System which becomes operative only if the
transmission is in neutral position to complete the
starting circuit. Do not bypass the safety Key Switch.
Consult your Mahindra tractor dealer if your safety
starting switch malfunctions.
5. Avoid accidental contact with the gear shifter lever
while the engine is running. Unexpected tractor
movement can result from such contact and may cause
accident.
6. Do not get off or climb the tractor while it is in motion.
7. Shut off the engine and apply the parking brake before
getting off the tractor.
8. Do not operate tractor in an enclosed building without
adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes can cause death.
9. Do not park the tractor on a steep slope.
10. If power steering ceases to operate, stop the tractor
immediately.
11. Pull only from the swinging drawbar or the lower link
drawbar in the down position. Use only a drawbar pin
that locks in place. Pulling from the tractor rear axle
carriers or any point above the rear axle may cause the
tractor’s front end to lift and the tractor to turnover.
12. Always use hydraulic position control lever when
attaching equipment / implements and when
transporting equipment. Be sure that the hydraulic
couplers are properly mounted and will disconnect
safely in case of accidental detachment of implement.
13. Do not leave equipment / implements in the raised
position.
14. Use the turn signal lamps and slow moving vehicle
(SMV) signs when driving on public roads during both
day and night time, unless prohibited by law.
15. Dim tractor Head lamps when meeting a vehicle at
night. Be sure the Head lamps are adjusted to prevent
blinding on the eyes of oncoming vehicle operator.
16. Emergency stopping instruction : If tractor fails to
stop even after application of brakes shut off the engine
while the tractor is in gear and clutch engaged.
PTO Neutral switch
Transmission Neutral switch