Tractors X60 Series. Manual - part 45

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Maintenance

10 HOURS OR DAILY SERVICE

Engine oil level

For the engine, it is necessary to use a detergent oil Sup-
plement 3 as indicated in the Lubricants and Fuels Chart.
Detergent oils contain additives that reduce corrosion, oil
oxidation and deposits and have a high dispersion power
of carbon matters produced by combustion.

WARNING: The following operations must be carried
out with the engine off. Check that the gear and the
parking brake are both engaged and that the ignition
key has been removed.

Personal safety devices must be worn for the indicated
operations.
Beware of burns caused by hot oil and engine parts.
If required, let the engine idle for the prescribed time to
reach the required temperature to let the oil flow easily.
Then turn off the engine.
If you need to open the bonnet, follow the procedure
indicated under “How to open the bonnet”.

Leave the tractor parked on a flat surface for at least five
minutes before checking the level, to allow the oil to
settle in the sump:

- take out the dipstick (2), wipe it with a rag and then dip

it into the filler again;

- wait 10—15 minutes, then remove the dipstick again

and make sure that the oil level reaches and does not
exceed the level marked on it.

- If necessary, pour additional oil through the filler (1) until

the required MAX level has been reached.

Never fill up to a level higher than the MAX mark on the
dipstick.

CAUTION: Never ever use the engine with the oil level
below the “MIN” mark.

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Drain pneumatic trailer brake reser-

voirs (if equipped)

Operate the drain valve plunger under each reservoir to
drain any water which has collected.

WARNING: Always use specific personal safety devices
for each operation.

Check windshield washer reservoir
level

If the fluid level is low fill the reservoir.

WARNING: Always use specific personal safety devices
for each operation.

in the following percentages:

Ambient temperature (°C)

-8

-15

-25 -35

Ambient temperature (°F)

-18

-5

-13 -31

Percentage of antifreeze %

Quick Reference Guide

10 HOURS OR DAILY SERVICE

Check coolant level

WARNING: Always use specific personal safety devices
for each operation. Beware of burns caused by hot
water and engine parts.

Check the coolant level when the coolant is cold and with
the engine stopped. DO NOT REMOVE THE RADIATOR
CAP.

The coolant level must be within the normal cold range
marks (1) on the reservoir. If the level is below the mini-
mum mark, fill the reservoir to the top mark with correct
coolant mixture (this will depend upon market require-
ments).

WARNING: Hot coolant can spray out if the
coolant recovery reservoir cap or radiator
cap is removed while system is still hot. DO
NOT REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP. To remove
the coolant recovery reservoir cap or radia-
tor cap, let system cool, turn cap to first notch,
then wait until pressure is released. Scalding
can result from fast removal of radiator cap.

Precautions against freezing temperatures
To prevent ice from forming in the radiator, add specific
products according to the instructions given by the anti-
freeze manufacturer.
Antifreeze also possesses antioxidant and rust-inhibiting
properties and is suitable for all seasons.
The following amounts are indicatively required:

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Maintenance

10 HOURS OR DAILY SERVICE

Drain Fuel/Water Separator

Regularly drain off the water that collects from the
cock of the water/fuel separator filter (1).

Mechanical engine

During running-in, replace the fuel filters after

the first 50 work hours. Afterwards, replace the
fuel filters after every 500 hours service.

The drain plug is located on the bottom of the fuel filter.
Loosen the plug to let any water or sediment drain from
the filter. Tighten the plug after the water has drained.

Electronic engine

The drain plug is located on the bottom of the fuel
separator filter. Loosen the plug to let any water or
sediment drain from the filter. Tighten the plug after the
water has drained.

IMPORTANT: Dispose of fuel and filters in accordance
with local regulations. DO NOT drain on the ground, into
a drain or into a leaky container. Be responsible for the
environment.

Shift the gear to neutral and engage the parking brake.

WARNING: Always use specific personal safety devices
for each operation. Beware of burns caused by hot
water and hot motor parts.

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WARNING: To open the bonnet, follow the procedure
indicated under “How to open the bonnet”.

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50 HOUR MAIN SERVICE

WARNING: To open the bonnet, follow the procedure indicated under “How to open the bonnet”.
WARNING: Always use specific personal safety devices for each operation. Beware of burns caused by hot water
and engine parts.

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Clean grille screens and radiator

area

Clean the grille screens, air conditioning condenser, oil
cooler, fuel cooler, charge cooler (as equipped) and radia-
tor area every 50 hours of operation, or more frequently if
required when operating in dirty conditions.

WARNING: These operations must be carried
out when the engine is cold. When hot, the
grilles and radiator will burn the hands
and fingers.

IMPORTANT: Be careful not to bend or damage the fins
during cleaning. Areas with restricted access should be
carefully cleaned with compressed air.

IMPORTANT: If you clean using compressed air use an air
hose with a safety ON/OFF control nozzle and ALWAYS
WEAR FACE PROTECTION.

WARNING: DO NOT steam clean any air con-
ditioning system parts while the system is
charged. The heat will cause the refrigerant
to rise to a pressure that could cause the
system to explode.

To gain access:

OPERATION 1
Lift the hood, if it is the tilting type.
Remove the hood, if it is the fix type.

OPERATION 2

Loosen the bolts fixing the condenser on both sides of the
oil cooler of the air conditioner condenser (if equipped).

OPERATION 3

Pull forwards the top of the oil cooler or of the air condi-
tioner condenser (if equipped).

Clean as required.

WARNING: Never disconnect any pipes or hoses in
the air conditioning system to reach the condenser.

WARNING: If the tractor is to remain unused for a long
period of time, or if the system is not used, remember
to allow the air conditioner to operate for about 15
minutes each week. This precautionary measure
prevents gas from leaking from the compressor.

NOTE: The best results are obtained with a steam
cleaner that softens up the dirt. Use a lamp to check the
cleaning between the radiator fins. We recommend a
daily cleaning when front implements are used, espe-
cially front mower-conditioners.

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