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Section 3 - Operation

Transmission Operation

Gear Shifting within a Range

IMPORTANT: It is recommended that shifting gears with the tractor in motion be limited to light draft or rolling loads and only within a set range. Do not attempt to shift between ranges without first coming to a complete stop.

1.Depress the clutch pedal fully..

2.Move the gearshift lever (2) to the required gear.. Shift patterns are located in front of the shift levers indicating gear position..

NOTE: It is not necessary to reduce engine speed for shifts within a range, but is recommended to increase the life of shift components.

3.Release the clutch pedal slowly to insure a smooth transmission engagement..

NOTE: While it is possible to shift with the tractor in motion within a range, under heavy loads the tractor will probably come to an abrupt stop before the shift is complete. For your safety, it is recommended that the operator throttle down, raise any implements, and stop before attempting any shifts.

Forward/Reverse Shifting

Shuttle shifting should not be attempted between the forward and reverse ranges while the tractor is still moving.. Harsh transmission engagement will occur as well as damage to the range shift mechanisms in the transmission..

1.Bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting the range lever..

2.Select the range desired..

3.Release the clutch pedal slowly to achieve a smooth start..

LH

N

M R

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Range shift pattern

13

N

24

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Gear shift pattern

435/485/535