Tractors X60 Series. Manual - part 3

Safety notes

PRECAUTIONS FOR WORKING IN
SAFETY

Protect yourself

NEVER take any risks. Wear all protective clothing and
any personal protection devices called for by the work
conditions. (Fig. 2-3).

The following personal safety devices are always
necessary:
- Hearing protection.
- Safety shoes.

WARNING: the tractor is not protected against
dangerous matters and emissions. If you are
working in an environment where there is a
danger of inhaling, ingesting or contacting
dangerous matters, the operator should wear
specific personal safety devices.

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DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewellery or
other items and tie up long hair that could get
entangled in controls or moving parts.

A first aid kit should be available on any work site
(Fig.2-5).

WARNING: The tractor is designed and built to avoid
any fire risks during normal operation. Therefore, it
is not provided of a self-extinguishing system or a fire
extinguisher  on  board  as  a  standard.  The  tractor  is
anyway designed to install a 1 kg dust fire extinguisher
complying with UNI EN 3/7 2004 standard. The fire
extinguisher  must  be  mounted  in  the  reserved  and
indicated position (Fig.2-4a & Fig.2-4b)
The fire extinguisher with its support can be bought
as a kit by our Dealers or authorized workshops. The
kit consists in a fire extinguisher, support, fastening
means, directions for its mounting and a decal to be
applied in the indicated area. The decal, when applied,
declares that  the  tractor  may not  be used  if  the  ire
extinguisher is not in its place.
It  is  up  to  the  owner  of  the  farm  or  to  the  person
responsible for safety at the farm to judge the oppor-
tunity of using the tractor in areas at high fire risk.
They are also responsible for use of the tractor with
the extinguisher duly mounted.

Fig.2-3

Fig.2-4a

Fig.2-5

Fig.2-4b

The fire extinguisher position changes according to tractor model

First aid box
If the tractor’s owner or safety manager provides the
tractor with a first aid box, we recommend storing the
box in a suitable place when the tractor is not used for a
long time, owing to its highly perishable content.

Safety notes

Know your equipment

Know your tractor. Know how to operate all equipment
on your machine and the implements and attachments
used with it. Know the purpose of all the controls, gauges
and dials. Know the rated load capacity, speed range,
braking and steering characteristics, turning radius, and
operating clearances.

Keep in mind that rain, snow, ice, loose gravel, soft
ground, etc. can change the way your tractor operates..
Under poor conditions, slow down and be extra careful,
engage four-wheel drive, if fitted.

Study the DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION safety
signs on your tractor and the information signs also.

READ THIS OPERATOR INSTRUCTION BOOK BEFORE
STARTING THE ENGINE.

STUDY IT BEFORE YOU START WORK (Fig. 2-6).

IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND,
ASK SOMEONE SPECIALISED (e.g. your Dealer) FOR
EXPLANATION.

IMPORTANT: This manual covers general safe practices
for agricultural tractors. It must always be kept with the
tractor. For further copies contact your Dealer.

Use all available protective devices

Keep all protective devices in place and securely fastened.
Make certain all guards, shields and safety signs are pro-
perly installed, as specified, and are in good condition.

Fig.2-6

To help keep yourself and others around you
safe, your tractor should be equipped and kept
in perfect service order with:

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Safety belts complying with law requirements of the

various countries.

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Power take-off shields.

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Shields against heat.

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Shields and guards against shearing, pinching and

moving parts.

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Rear view mirrors.

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Anti-deflagration shields on tubes, if required.

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Dust filters in the cab

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Decals and pictograms.

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Means to access the driver’s seat.

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Driver’s seat.

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Controls.

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Operator’s manual.

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Slow Moving Vehicle emblem (SMV). Additional

safety guards, lights or decals and a back-up alarm

(Fig.2-38 and 2-39) (North America).

Know which devices are required for safe operation of
your tractor. Use them at all times. Make sure they are in
place and in good condition. NEVER remove or disconnect
any safety device.

Safety notes

Fig.2-8

Fig.2-7

Check the equipment

Before you begin your working day, take time to check
your tractor and ensure that all systems are in good ope-
rational condition.

WARNING: personal safety devices must be worn for
each check and maintenance operation.

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DO NOT smoke while refuelling the tractor. Keep any

type of open flame away (Fig. 2-7).

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Check for loose, broken, missing, or damaged parts.

Have everything put into good repair. Make certain

all safety devices are in place.

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Check the seat belts for damage: Damaged belts

MUST be replaced.

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Ensure that implements and attachments are properly

installed and that the tractor and implement PTO RPM

ratings match.

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Check the tires for cuts, bulges and correct pres-

sure. Replace worn or damaged tyres. Check foot

and parking brakes for proper operation. Adjust if

necessary.

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Stop the engine and wait for it to cool before refuel-

ling.

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Check the engine oil level and add oil if required.

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Perform all maintenance procedures outlined in the

maintenance and adjustment section of this manual.

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Check that the PTO drive locking devices are

latched.

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Check that the tractor PTO shield and driveline guards

are in place and operating properly.

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Check the tractor and implement hydraulic system.

Have any leaks or damaged parts repaired or rene-

wed.

WARNING: Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid un-
der pressure can pierce the skin or eyes and
cause serious personal injury, blindness or
death. Fluid leaks under pressure may not
be visible. Use a piece of cardboard or wood
to find leaks. Never use your bare hand.
Wear safety goggles for eye protection. If
any fluid is injected into the skin, it MUST
be surgically removed within a few hours
by a doctor familiar with this type of injury
(Fig.2-8).

Before applying pressure to the fuel or hydraulic system,
be sure all connections are tight and that lines, pipes,
and hoses are not damaged. Before disconnecting fuel
or hydraulic lines, be sure to relieve all pressure.

Make sure that all hydraulic lines are correctly installed
and not tangled.

WARNING: Liquid cooling systems build up
pressure as the engine gets hot. Before remo-
ving the radiator cap, stop the engine and let
the system cool.

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Check the engine cooling system and add coolant as

required.

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HYDRODYNAMIC SYSTEMS: HOSES Hoses are an

important component in modern machines. Hoses
can change their characteristics in the course of time
because of pressure, vibrations, weather etc. Laws
in force prescribe that hoses are replaced within 6
years from their construction. WE RECOMMEND
COMPLIANCE WITH THIS RULE.

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WARNING: When auxiliary control valves
are used, their quick couplings can reach
high temperatures. Therefore, safety glo-
ves suitable for such temperatures must be
worn every time the connected implements
are connected to or disconnected from the
couplings.

Safety notes

Clean the tractor

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Keep work surfaces and engine compartments clean.

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Before cleaning the machine, always lower imple-

ments to the ground, engage the first gear, engage
the parking brake, turn the engine off and remove
the key.

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Always use specific personal safety devices for each

service operation.

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Clean steps, pedals and floor. Remove grease or oil.

Brush away dust or mud. In winter, scrape away snow

and ice. Remember - slippery surfaces are dangerous.

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When plastic parts need to be cleaned (such as con-

sole, instrument panel, monitors, indicators etc), do

not use petrol, paraffin, diluents etc.

They could cause discoloration, cracking or warping

of the cleaned parts..

These parts should ONLY be cleaned with water,

neutral soap and a soft cloth.

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Remove and store implements, keys, hitches etc. in

their proper places.

Protect the environment

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It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses or soil.

Use authorized waste disposal facilities, including

civic amenity sites and garages providing facilities

for disposal of used oil. If in doubt, contact your local

authority for advice.

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To get to know the correct methods to dispose of

oils, filters, tyres etc. contact your Dealer or the local

agency for waste recycling.

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Only for North America:

The safety sheets of each material give information

on chemicals contained in a product, procedures to

use it safely, first-aid and procedure to be followed

in case of leakage or spills. In all North America such

safety sheets are available at the Dealer's.

Before any maintenance on the machine, refer to

the above mentioned safety sheets for fluids, oils

etc. used in this machine. The sheets inform about

risks and safe maintenance procedures. We strongly

recommend to follow these indications during any

maintenance operations.

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Disposal of the tractor: The tractor is made up of

parts subject to rules and laws for their disposal.

When the tractor is not used any more, it must be

disposed of through proper agencies according to

such rules. Do not pollute the environment with the

tractor or its parts.

WARNING: Hot parts of the machine are suita-
bly guarded, wherever possible. This does not
exclude, however, that great care should be
used when working on the machine, to avoid
burns or scalding.

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Before any adjustments or servicing on the electrical

system, disconnect the battery by operating the mas-

ter disconnect switch (if equipped) or disconnecting

the cables of the battery. See the section concerning

battery servicing.

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To prevent fire or explosion, do not go with free flames

near the battery or cold starting device. Carefully fol-

low the directions for the use of coupling cables to

avoid sparks that may cause an explosion.

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Consult your Dealer for any repairs or adjustments;

such works should be carried out by specialised

workmanship.

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Check regularly that all nuts and bolts are securely

tightened, specially the nuts in wheel hubs, disks or

rims. Tighten to the prescribed driving torques.

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Check the oil level at regular intervals and top up

if required.

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Check the brakes regularly, top up the reservoir

and/or adjust where necessary. Make sure that the

brakes are evenly adjusted, especially when using

a trailer.

WARNING: When it is necessary to carry out
service,  filling  up,  cleaning  or  adjustment
operations  in  places  at  an  height  above  1.5
m  (e.g.  engine  coolant  reservoir  or  cab  air
filters, work light lamps etc.) a stable and safe
mean (e.g. a ladder) is required to reach the
service point.

WARNING: Work and road lights can be very
hot and dangerous if on since a long time.
Take care to avoid contacts that could cause
burns. If work on these lights is needed, turn
them off and let them cool down.
Always use safety gloves suitable for high
temperatures.

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Carry out the following operations before any opera-

tion about the tractor: engage the first gear, engage
the parking brake, turn the engine off and remove
the ignition key.

Maintenance operations must be carried out when the
engine is cold. If the maintenance operation must be
carried out while the engine is hot (e.g. when changing
engine oil), start the engine and let it idle for the required
time, then turn it off before the maintenance operation.

If you need to open the bonnet, follow the procedure
indicated under “How to open the bonnet”. In this case
beware the risk of burning and shearing.

Personal safety devices must be worn for each check and
maintenance operation.

SAFETY - TRACTOR MAINTENANCE

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CAUTION: With exception of normal service, as ex-
plained in the Maintenance section, all other servicing
or reparations must be carried out by properly skilled
personnel in authorised workshops.

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DO NOT carry out maintenance operations while the

engine is hot or the tractor is moving.

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