SECTION 2 - OPERATION
STOPPING THE TRACTOR
1.Gradually slow down the tractor. Set the throttle as low as possible.
2.Disengage the clutch, apply the brake and put the controls into neutral.
3.Reduce the engine speed to Idle. Run the engine for 3 to 5 minutes before shutdown to allow the engine to cool.
4.Shut down the engine and remove the key. Turn all electrical accessories OFF.
IMPORTANT: If the engine has overheated, allow it to idle an extended length of time to reduce the temperature. If the temperature does not return to normal or the coolant level warning lamp is ON, shut down the tractor immediately.
OVERHEAD CLIMATE CONTROLS
Above the right console is a panel containing the climate controls. These consist of a rocker switch, which activates the air conditioning, and three rotary switches, controlling the pressurizer fan, temperature, and recirculation mix.
CAUTION: THE CAB IS NOT DESIGNED TO
PROVIDE A “SPRAYER SAFE” ENVIRONMENT
FOR THE OPERATOR. WHEN APPLYING
CHEMICALS FROM A SPRAY UNIT, DO NOT RELY
ON THE CAB FILTER ELEMENTS TO PROVIDE
PROTECTION TO THE OPERATOR FROM
AIRBORNE CHEMICALS.
Heater
1.To activate the heater, open the heater hose valve, 1, on the right side of the engine block. Under most
During hot weather, shut the heater valve off on the side of the engine. This will ensure no
heated engine coolant will flow into the heater | 1 |
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