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60 Series 2WD/4WD, Model - 8560
P re caut io n s
Operating the PTO (Power Take Off)
1. When operating PTO driven equipment, shut off
the engine and wait until the PTO stops before
getting off the tractor and disconnecting the
equipment.
2. Do not wear loose clothing when operating the
power take-off or near rotating equipment.
3. When operating stationary PTO driven equipment,
always apply the tractor parking brake and block
the rear wheels from front and rear side.
4. To avoid injury, always move down flip part of PTO
shield do not clean, adjust or service PTO driven
equipment when the tractor engine is running.
5. Make sure the PTO master shield is installed at all
times and always replace the PTO shield cap when
the PTO is not in use.
ROPS
1. Never attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for
pulling purposes; this will cause the tractor to tip
backwards.
2. Always pull from the tractor drawbar.
3. Be careful when driving through door openings or
under low overhead objects. Make sure there is
sufficient overhead clearance for the ROPS.
4. If the ROPS is removed or replaced, make certain
that the proper hardware is used to replace the
ROPS and the recommended torque values are
applied to the attaching bolts.
5. Always wear your seat belt if the tractor is
equipped with a ROPS.
Transporting Tractor on a Trailer
1. Drive machine forward onto a trailer.
2. Lower any attachments to trailer deck.
3. Lock the parking brake.
4. Stop the engine.
5. Remove the key.
6. Fasten tractor to trailer with heavy-duty straps,
chains or cables. Both front and rear straps must
be directed down and outward from the tractor.
Trailer must have signs and lights as required by
law.
7. Cover the silencer outlet with water proof
material to avoid entry of foreign material.
Towing
1. Hitch the towed load only to the drawbar. Lock
the drawbar and pin in place.
2. Before descending a hill, shift to a gear low
enough to control tractor travel speed without
having to use the brake pedals to brake the
tractor and installed attachments.
3. Try to balance the load primarily on the
implement wheels. Avoid overloading the
drawbar. Add Jerrycan weights for improved
stability. Engage the clutch smoothly, avoid
jerking and use brakes cautiously to avoid jack-
knifing.
4. Use 3 point hitch only with implements designed
for its use, not as a drawbar.
1. Pull PTO “ON-OFF” rearward to OFF position.
2. Disengage differential lock.
3. Place Range shift lever in neutral
4. Place Speed shift lever in neutral.
5. Place F-R Shuttle shift lever in neutral.
6. Disengage 4WD. (Applicable for 8560 4WD)
7. Connect L.H & R.H brake pedals together to slow
down or brake the tractor.
Diesel Fuel
1. Keep the equipment clean and properly
maintained.
2. Under no circumstances should gasoline, alcohol
or blended fuels be added to diesel fuel. These
combinations can create an increased fire or
explosive hazard. Such blends are more explosive
than pure gasoline in a closed container, such as
a fuel tank. DO NOT USE THESE BLENDS.
3. Never remove the fuel cap or refuel the tractor
with the engine running.
4. Do not smoke while refuelling or standing near
fuel.
5. Maintain control of the fuel filler pipe when filling
fuel.
6. Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room
for expansion.
7. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
8. Always tighten the fuel cap securely.
9. If the original fuel tank cap is lost, replace it with
Mahindra approved cap. A non-approved cap may
not be safe.
10. Do not drive equipment near open fire.
11. Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
12. Arrange fuel purchases such that winter grade
fuel are not held over and used in the spring.
NOTE : It is suggested that after repairs if any of the
safety decal/sign is peeled/damaged, the same must
be replaced immediately in interest of your safety.