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Tractors X60 Series. Manual - part 23

 

 

93

Operation 

5

OPERATION 3

XTRASHIFT

Shift the F/N/R lever to NEUTRAL.

NOTE: XtraShift tractors are equipped with a neutral start 
switch in the reverse shuttle circuit. However, if the For-
ward/Neutral/Reverse lever is not on neutral, the engine 
will NOT start.

OPERATION 4

Check that the engagement switch/lever of the PTO clutch
is in the disengaged position.
For tractors with front PTO, disengage the control switch.

Check that the auxiliary control valves levers are in
neutral position.

NOTE: The engagement switch/lever of the rear PTO 
clutch MUST be in the disengaged position or the starter 
motor will not operate. 

 

 

 

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WARNING: The engine may be started only in
the conditions given here under. If this fails to
occur, have the tractor repaired by your Dealer
or authorized service centre.

WARNING: On electrically operated 4WD trac-
tors, the 4WD clutch is spring loaded into en-
gagement and relies on hydraulic pressure for
disengagement. A failure in the 4WD hydraulic
system will therefore automatically engage
the 4WD even though the 4WD switch is in the
disengaged position. This is a built in safety
feature. DO NOT operate 4WD tractor transmis-
sions with the rear wheels off the ground or re-
moved, UNLESS THE FRONT WHEELS ARE ALSO
JACKED UP CLEAR OF THE GROUND OR THE
FRONT AXLE DRIVE SHAFT IS DISCONNECTED.
Failure to do this can result in the tractor being
pulled off the rear supports by the front axle.

WARNING: Operate controls only when seated
in the Operator's seat.

IMPORTANT: Set the engine rpm to low idle
for a few minutes to make sure that enough lubricant 
reaches the turbocharger bearings and engine parts 
before operating the engine at a high rated speed.

OPERATION 1
Make sure the Master Disconnect Switch (if equipped) is
in the ON position.

OPERATION 2

Fully depress the clutch pedal. Shift the range lever and
the gear lever to the NEUTRAL position.

NOTE: The gearshift lever MUST be in NEUTRAL, or the 
starter motor will not operate.

STARTING PROCEDURE

 [4.1.c]

WARNING: The tractor must only be started
with the auxiliary valve levers are in neutral.

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Operation

COLD TEMPERATURE OPERATION

Before you start the engine and operate your tractor during
cold ambient temperatures, check the following items:

-  BATTERIES Must have a full charge.
-  FUEL: Must be clean and contain no water.
-  ENGINE OIL - Must have the correct viscosity for the

ambient temperature range. DO NOT mix oils differ-
ent for type, characteristics and viscosity from the
prescribed ones.

-  TRANSMISSION HYDRAULIC FLUID - The oil used

must be an approved type. Use the transmission fluid
prescribed by the Lubricant Chart.

-  COOLING SYSTEM - Must contain a minimum of

33 percent and a maximum of 50 percent ethylene
glycol for protection. This ratio will vary with different
market requirements. DO NOT mix protective fluids
different for colour and characteristics to preserve
their quality.

-  TYRES - If there is liquid ballast in the tyres, the tyres

must have protection against freezing temperatures
below 0°C. Ask your dealer for help.

-  STOPPING THE ENGINE. Permit the engine tempera-

ture to decrease before stopping.

-  CONDENSATION IN FUEL TANK - To prevent conden-

sation in the fuel tank and water entering the fuel
system, fill the fuel tank after each operating day.

-  FUEL FILTER - During cold ambient temperatures,

make sure you remove water from the fuel filter each
day or damage will occur to the injection system.
Loosen the drain plug each day before starting the
engine. Tighten the drain plug after the water has
drained.

IMPORTANT: During cold ambient temperatures  never 
run the engine at low idle speed for long periods of 
time. Never run the engine for long periods of time 
when the coolant temperature is below normal.

WARNING: The tractor is equipped with a cold
weather starting system.
To avoid injuries or explosions, DO NOT spray
ether or gasoline into the air induction mani-
fold.

OPERATION 5

Move the throttle lever to 1/4 open position.

OPERATION 6

Turn the key switch to the START position until the engine
starts, but no more than 30 seconds, then release the key.
Run the engine for 2 minutes.

Release the parking brake.
Desengage the Park Lock (if equipped).

IMPORTANT: If the engine does not start and an alarm 
sounds, make sure that the gearshift lever is on NEU-
TRAL.

IMPORTANT: If the engine starts and then stops  wait for 
the starter motor to stop turning before you turn the key 
switch to the start position again.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the starter motor for more 
than 30 seconds without stopping.  Wait 3 minutes 
between starts to allow the battery to recharge and the 
starter motor to cool. 

OPERATION 7
Check that all indicator lamps are giving normal indications
and, when warm, that the coolant temperature gauge is
in the green area.

IMPORTANT: If the indicator lamps or gauge does  not 
give the correct indications, STOP THE ENGINE IMME-
DIATELY AND CHECK FOR THE CAUSE.

TURBO ENGINE: Allow the engine to run for a few

seconds with the starter motor to allow the turbo
compressor to be lubricated at a 1000-1200 RPM rate
without increasing further until the engine reaches the
normal operating temperature.

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Operation 

5

When running at low ambient temperatures, the engine
and gearbox will not heat to or keep the rated operating
temperature at slow engine speeds. Low engine speeds
in cold temperatures can cause damage to the engine
and gearbox.

Use  the  following  procedures  to  warm  the  engine  oil
and transmission oil and to keep the correct operating
temperatures.

1. WARMING UP THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION.

 A. To heat the transmission oil, run the engine at 1500

rpm for approximately five minutes.

2. KEEP ENGINE AT THE CORRECT OPERATING
 TEMPERATURE.

 A. When the engine is operating in cold ambient

temperatures without a load, keep the engine warm
as described below.

 B. Run the engine at approximately 1500 rpm.

 C. Put a cover in front of the grille to control the

amount of air going through the radiator.

3. STOPPING THE ENGINE.

 A. Run the engine at slow speed for a short period

of time. This will allow the engine temperature to
decrease gradually before stopping the engine.

Starting the engine with the ther-

mostarter (if equipped)

WARNING: DO NOT spray ether or gasoline
into the air induction manifold of the tractor
fitted with a thermostart system. It could cause
explosion and injury.

To start a diesel engine at an ambient temperature of 7°C
or less, the under described cold starting procedure with
thermostarter should be followed.

OPERATION 1

The  general  disengagement  switch  (if  equipped)  must
be turned on.

OPERATION 2

Fully depress the clutch pedal. Shift the range lever and
the gear lever to the NEUTRAL position.

OPERATION 3

XTRASHIFT TRACTOR

Shift the F/N/R lever to NEUTRAL.

NOTE: XtraShift tractors are equipped with a neutral start 
switch in the reverse shuttle circuit. However, if the For-
ward/Neutral/Reverse lever is not on neutral, the engine 
will NOT start.

 

 

 

 

 

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96

Operation

Engine coolant heater (if equipped)

This heater is installed in the engine block and keeps the
engine coolant worm to make starting the engine easier
in cold weather.

North American Tractors

Connect the connector plug (1) on the engine block to an
electrical supply.

NOTE: If required, use a three-wire extension of proper 
capacity.

Other tractors

Connect the connector plug (1) beside the right-hand step
to an electrical supply.

NOTE: If required, use a three-wire extension of proper 
capacity.

OPERATION 4
Make sure that the PTO clutch control is on the disen-
gaged position.

For tractors with front PTO, disengage the control switch.

Check that the auxiliary control valves levers are in
neutral position.

IMPORTANT: The control of the rear PTO clutch MUST be 
in the disengaged position or the starter motor will not 
operate.

OPERATION 5
Move the throttle lever to the FULL open position.

OPERATION 6

Mechanical engine

Press  the  top  part  of  the  thermostarter  (1)  for  10-15
seconds, then turn the ignition key on the start position.
During the starting, the thermostarter switch should be
kept depressed not longer than 30 seconds. When the
engine has started, bring the throttle on 1/3 of the open
position and let the engine run for 2 minutes.

NOTE: If the engine does not start and no alarm is heard, 
check that ALL controls are in NEUTRAL. If the engine 
operates erratically, press the thermostarter button again 
while the engine is running. If the engine does not start 
in the first 15 seconds then repeat the procedure, but 
push the thermostart button for only 10 seconds. If the 
engine still does not start, DO NOT try to start it again for 
3 minutes at least.

OPERATION 7
Once the engine has started, check that all indicator lamps
and gauges are giving normal indications and, when the
engine is warm, the coolant temperature indicator is in
the correct area.

IMPORTANT: If the indicator lamps or gauges do not 
give the correct indications, STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDI-
ATELY AND CHECK FOR THE CAUSE.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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