Operating The Tractor - MASSEY FERGUSON 410 Operators Instruction Book

Operation

Operating the tractor

WARNING: Before operating the tractor,
familiarize yourself with the function
of the brakes, clutch, transmission,
PTO, differential lock and engine stop control.
Towing
CAUTION: When the engine is stopped,
hydraulic power assistance to the
steering does not operate. The tractor
can be steered manually. In this
situation the tractor must be moved
slowly, with caution, DO NOT exceed 3 kph.
Before towing the tractor, move the PTO lever, and
all gear levers into neutral. The towing speed must
not exceed 3 kph.
Driving in deep water
If the tractor is operating in water 50 mm (2 in) or
less below the underside of the gearbox corrosion
damage can occur to major components. See your
Massey Ferguson Dealer for special water-proofing
instructions, otherwise the Warranty may be
invalidated.
Having started the engine
WARNING: On tractors fitted with an eight speed
shuttle gearbox, before engaging the main gear lever
check that the forward/reverse lever is in the central
(neutral) position.
*Beware of bystanders in the area especially when
reversing.
General operating advice
WARNING: Travel speed should be such that
complete control and machine stability is maintained
at all times. Where possible, avoid operating near
ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed
when turning, crossing slopes, and on rough, slippery
or muddy surfaces.
The following operating advice is important, particularly
when using a front end loader and a shuttle
transmission, if you do not heed this advice it will
affect the life of the main clutch:
1. DO NOT rest your foot on the clutch pedal.
2. DO NOT use the clutch as a brake.
3. DO NOT work the tractor by slipping the clutch,
this can result in over heating.
4. DO NOT use the clutch to hold the tractor on hills.
5. DO NOT use too high a gear.
6. DO NOT engage the clutch at high engine speed.
7. DO NOT coast down slopes with the tractor in
gear and the clutch disengaged, or with the
transmission in neutral.
8. The tractor MUST come to a stop before changing
direction.
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Hand and foot throttle
WARNING: For road work, close the
hand throttle and only use the foot
throttle.
Operation of the foot throttle overrides the hand
throttle setting when increasing engine speed. When
the foot throttle is released, the engine will return to
the speed set by the hand throttle. When using the
foot throttle, the hand throttle must be fully closed.
1. Use the hand throttle to control the tractor speed
when working in the field.
2. Never work the tractor by slipping and re-engaging
the clutch, and at all times avoid riding the clutch
pedal, which can cause overheating and lead to total
clutch failure.
3. The use of flotation aids such as cage wheels or
strakes, particularly in low gear, must be avoided.
4. DO NOT move either the gear lever (except
synchromesh) or the dual range selector lever when
the tractor is moving.
5. Never coast down slopes with the tractor in gear
and the clutch disengaged, or with the transmission
in neutral.
Clutch pedal operation
The clutch release systems have a very light actuation
to benefit the operator. Operators must NOT rest
their foot on the pedal as clutch slip is soon induced.
The clutch pedal is used to temporarily disengage
the drive. The operator must use the clutch pedal as
follows:
1. When starting the engine in cold weather.
2. To start the tractor moving from stationary.
3. To select DIRECTION.
4. To engage the PTO (standard PTO only).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT ride the clutch pedal when
the transmission is under load. Release the clutch
pedal completely for improved clutch service life.
Always push the pedal down to disengage the
transmission when making a quick stop.
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