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60 Series 2WD/4WD, Model - 8560
DO’S - For Better Performance
DO - Ensure that all safety shields are in place and
in good condition.
DO - Read all operating instructions before
commencing to operate tractor.
DO - Carry out all maintenance tasks without fail.
DO - Keep the air cleaner clean.
DO - Ensure that the correct grade of lubricating
oils are used and that they are replenished
and changed at the recommended intervals.
DO - Watch the oil pressure warning light and
investigate any abnormality immediately.
DO - Keep the radiator filled with clean anti-freeze
mixture. Drain the system only in an
emergency and fill before starting the engine.
DO - Ensure that the transmission is in neutral
before starting the engine.
DO - Keep all fuel in clean storage and use a filter
when filling the tank.
DO - Attend to minor adjustments and repairs as
soon as necessity is apparent.
DO - Allow the engine to cool before removing the
radiator cap and remove the radiator cap
slowly.
DO - Shift into low gear when driving down steep
hills.
DO - Latch the brake pedals together when driving
on a highway.
DO - Keep draft control lever and position control
lever fully down when not in use.
DO - Visit dealer for adjustment on Injector
pressure. Adjust if required.
DO - Keep the auxiliary valve levers in neutral (N)
when not in use.
DONT’S - For Safe Operation
DON’T - Run the engine without the air cleaner.
DON’T - Start the tractor in high idle.
DON’T - Start the tractor in an enclosed building
unless the doors and windows are open for
proper ventilation.
DON’T - Operate the tractor or engine while
lubricating or cleaning.
DON’T - Allow the tractor to run out of diesel fuel
otherwise it will be necessary to bleed the
system.
DON’T - Tamper with the fuel injection pump. If the
seal is broken the warranty becomes void.
Tampering with the injection pump may
constitute an EPA violation. Significant fines
could apply.
DON’T - Allow the engine to run idle for a long
period.
DON’T - Run the engine if it is not firing on all
cylinders.
DON’T - Ride the brake or clutch pedal. This will
result in excessive wear of the brake linings,
clutch driven member and clutch release
bearing.
DON’T - Use the independent brakes for making
turns on the highway or at high speeds.
DON’T - Refuel the tractor with the engine running.
DON’T - Use draft control lever for lifting of
implements.
DON’T - Start the engine with the P.T.O. engaged.
DON’T - Use the hand throttle while driving on
roads.
DON’T - Run cold engine at full throttle.
DON’T - Run the tractor on road with 4WD engaged
above 10 mph.
DON’T - Operate forward reverse lever while tractor
is in motion.
DON’T - Operate the power steering when the oil
level is below the minimum level in the
reservoir.
DON’T - Run the tractor if the power steering system
is damaged. In this condition, contact the
dealer.
DON’T - Park the tractor on a gradient with
transmission gear engaged and with no
parking brake.
Do ' s & Do nt' s