Tractors X60 Series. Manual - part 42

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Section 7

Maintenance

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RECOMMENDATIONS BEFORE YOU SERVICE

 [4.1.h]

WARNING:  Before  servicing,  carefully  read 
the instructions in this section. There is a risk 
of injury or death if servicing is not carried 
out  or  if  the  following  instructions  are  not 
followed correctly. If you do not understand 
a service or adjustment procedure, see your 
dealer.
Before any adjustments are made carry out 
the following:
1. Park the tractor on hard level ground and 

apply the parking brake.

2. Stop the engine and remove the key. 
3. Put blocks in front of and behind the front 

and rear wheels.

WARNING:Do not carry out inspections, main-
tenance work or adjustments on the tractor 
whilst  the  engine  is  running,  except  when 
specifically  requested.  Wait  for  all  moving 
parts to come to a complete stop. 
- If the maintenance operation must be car-
ried  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.
- Always use specific personal safety devices 
for each service operation.

WARNING:  When  handling  lubricants  (oil, 
grease  etc.)  and  other  chemical  products, 
always  follow  instructions  for  their  proper 
use.  Use  proper  containers  to  collect  fluid. 
Dispose of fluids and filters responsibly and 
in accordance with the law. DO NOT smoke 
or use an open flame during the service pro-
cedure. Use eye protection.

- Read the safety decals and information decals on this
tractor. Read the operator's manual. Understand the op-
eration of the tractor before you start servicing.

- Use the correct safety clothing and safety equipment.
If you wear clothing that is too loose or do not use the
correct safety equipment for your job, you can be injured.
Always wear clothing that will not catch on objects. Extra
safety equipment that can be required includes hard hat,
safety shoes, ear protection, eye or face protection, heavy
gloves and reflector clothing.
- Establish where your nearest first aid kit and fire extin-
guisher are located. Undertake suitable training to make
sure you know how the fire extinguisher works.

- Put a warning tag, as shown below, on or near the key
switch before carrying out servicing or repairs to the trac-
tor. Warning tags are available from your dealer.

Environment

NOTE: Always dispose of replaced parts or substances 
(filters, oil, battery etc.) according to rules and laws. Re-
fer to the manufacturer’s specifications on the Material 
Safety Data Sheet.

Before you service this machine and before you dispose
of  the  old  fluids,  lubricants  and  filters  always  consider
the environment.

DO NOT pour oil or fluids in the ground, down drains or
into containers that can leak.

Dispose of all old fluids, lubricants and filters in accord-
ance with local regulations.

Check with your local environmental recycling center or
your dealer for correct information.

Plastic And Resin Parts

Avoid  using  petrol,  paraffin,  paint  thinner,  etc.,  when
cleaning plastic, e.g. console, instrument cluster, moni-
tors and gauges etc.

Use ONLY water, mild soap and a soft cloth when you
clean these parts.

Using petrol, paraffin, paint thinner etc., will cause crack-
ing or deformation of the part being cleaned.

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SERVICE ACCESS

Access for inspection and mainte-
nance 

WARNING: In particular cases it may be re-
quired that an operation is carried out with 
open  bonnet  and  running  engine.  In  such 
cases, pay special attention to moving and 
hot parts, wear the required personal safety 
devices  and  work  only  with  the  minimum 
number of persons strictly required for the 
operation.

WARNING: All the surfaces inside the bonnet 
are hot. High burning danger. Be extremely 
careful  and  wait  for  the  surfaces  to  cool 
down before operating inside the bonnet to 
avoid burns.

WARNING:  Danger  of  shearing.  Open  the 
bonnet and remove the side panel only with 
engine off and rotating parts completely at 
standstill.

WARNING: A gas ram controls opening and 
closing of the bonnet. Replace the gas ram if 
not properly operating to avoid accidental 
fall of the bonnet.

WARNING: If the tractor is equipped with front 
hitch and power take-off, before opening the 
bonnet  lower  the  links  completely,  whether 
there are implements or not.

How to open the bonnet

Park the tractor on hard, level ground, engage the first
gear, engage the parking brake, turn the engine off and
remove the ignition key.

- To open the bonnet, insert the tool (1) in the front slit
and hook up the bonnet closure device.
- Release the locking mechanism.
- Release the bonnet (2) and push the front upward kee-
ping clear until the hood is fully raised. The gas strut will
hold the bonnet in the upright position.

IMPORTANT: When opening the bonnet in windy condi-
tions, put the front of the tractor towards the wind with 
the back of the tractors against the wind direction.

- To close, pull the cable and push the front down hard
to close.
- Remove the tool.

WARNING: Replace all covers or guards remo-
ved, close the bonnet and close any service 
access doors after servicing or cleaning this 
machine.  NEVER  operate  the  machine  with 
any  covers  or  guards  removed  or  with  the 
bonnet or service door open.

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TOOL BOX

The tool box (if equipped) is located in front of the front
part of the cab.

The tool box can be removed by removing the retaining
pin, located at the centre back of the tool box. Lift the
tool box from the bottom outwards and upwards.

The tool box position may vary according to tractor model.