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Branson F36R Operator's Manual

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This operator's manual contains handling tips and precautions for safe operation of your Branson F36R(H)/
F42R(H) tractor. Read it carefully before you operate your tractor and make sure that you have a full under-
standing of this manual. This will ensure correct operation and to keep the tractor optimum condition.
After reading the manual, keep it close to the tractor for immediate reference. When you loan your tractor to
someone else, loan the manual as well.
In case the manual is lost or damaged, please contact your local authorized dealer for a copy. Some parts of
this product may have been changed for the improvement of quality or for safety reasons, in which case the
photographs or drawings of the parts in this booklet may not be the same as the actual parts installed on this
product. If you find anything in this manual unclear or need further explanation, please contact your autho-
rized dealer.
※ Regarding the purpose of this machine
Do not modify the machine or try to do the job which is beyond purpose of this machine. Otherwise it may cause the
warranty cancellation. (Refer to warranty statement for detail)
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  • Page 1 PREFACE This operator’s manual contains handling tips and precautions for safe operation of your Branson F36R(H)/ F42R(H) tractor. Read it carefully before you operate your tractor and make sure that you have a full under- standing of this manual. This will ensure correct operation and to keep the tractor optimum condition.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS  FOR SAFE OPERATION ............ REGARDING WARRANTY SUPPORT ........ SPECIFICATION ..............SECTION  DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM ...... CONTROLS AND COMPONENTS ........ PERIODIC CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE ...... DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLE SHOOTINGS .........

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION ......1-1 REGARDING SUPPLYING SERVICE PARTS ...2-3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........1-2 REGARDING GENUINE PARTS AND FLUID ..2-3 SPECIFICATION .......... 3-1 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE ......1-2 BEFORE WORKING ........... 1-11 MAjOR SPECIFICATIONS ......3-2 WHILE WORKING ..........1-16 AFTER USING THE MACHINE ......
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS LEFT/RIGHT TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR .... 4-8 PTO ON/OFF SWITCH ........4-16 HIGH BEAM INDICATOR ........4-8 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL ......4-17 PARKING BRAKE & BRAKE INDICATOR .... 4-9 PARKING BRAKE ..........4-17 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP ..4-9 OPERATION ..........
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS HOW TO DRIVE ............ 5-7 CONNECTING CyLINDER HOSE ...... 5-22 STOPPING ............5-11 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST ....... 5-23 PARKING ............5-12 TIRE TyPE ............5-23 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK ........5-13 WHEEL AND AxLE ..........5-24 HOW TO FOLD ROPS ........5-14 MAINTENANCE ...........
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS STORAGE AND DISPOSAL ......8-1 CHECKING AND ADDING FUEL ....... 6-10 CHECKING BATTERy ........6-10 TRACTOR STORAGE ........8-2 CHECKING HOSES AND PIPES ......6-11 CHECKING ELECTRIC WIRING ......6-11 DAILy STORAGE ..........8-2 GREASING ............6-12 LONG-TERM STORAGE ........8-2 CHECKING AND ADjUSTING STEERING WHEEL ...
  • Page 8 SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING This manual includes information titled as DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT. These safety marks stand for the safety precaution so follow the instruction with special attention: This symbol indicates that a condition may result in harm, fatal injury or death to you or other persons if this instruction is ignored.
  • Page 9 SYMBOL MARKS OF CONTROLLER This manual includes symbol marks of the controller to simplify operations for maneuverability and mainte- nance. These meanings are as below, so carefully read it for a proper function. Left side indicator Right side indicator Preheat Engine oil pressure Battery Parking Brake (Brake)
  • Page 10 "USE AND DISPOSAL" POLICY CONCERNED WITH ENVIRONMENT PRESERVATION We try our best to preserve the environment, and are always concerned about our environmental impact at each step of planning, development, production, distribution, use and disposal of products, and for our over- all operations through an “environmentally friendly”...

  • Page 11: For Safe Operation

    1. FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................1-2 BEFORE USING THE MACHINE ..................1-2 BEFORE WORKING ....................1-11 WHILE WORKING .......................1-16 AFTER USING THE MACHINE ...................1-17 PRECAUTION FOR PROLONGED STORAGE ............1-21 OTHER ........................1-23 DECAl mOUNTINg lOCATION ............1-31 DECAl ....................1-33 CAUTIONS FOR DECAL MAINTENANCE ..............1-36...

  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USINg THE mACHINE If the instructions in this chapter are ignored, it may cause a machine fail- ure, a fatal accident with injury or death. Ventilating 환기를 충분히 For further detailed information, refer to each chapter.
  • Page 13 FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNINg Clean and arranged place; • D o n o t m e s s t h e p l a c e b y dust, mud, oil, or parts If this instruction is ignored, an unexpected accident may occur. 6015o103a 6015o104a WARNINg...
  • Page 14 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 6015o105a 6015o106a 6015o107a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Do not drive if you are; Wear properly for the job; Use only recommended imple- ments; • • Unable to concentrate be- H a i r b a n d , l o o s e c l o t h i n g •...
  • Page 15 FOR YOUR SAFETY 6015o108a 6015o109a 6015o110a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Start the machine slowly after Pay attention to the shoulder of Interlock the brake pedals (left reminding bystander; the road; and right) when driving on a • • road; Start the engine after remind- When moving along the un- •...
  • Page 16 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 6015o111a 6015o112a 6015o113a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Avoid rapid starting, braking, Observe traffic regulations and O b s e r v e t r a f f i c r e g u l a t i o n s turning, and excessive speed;...
  • Page 17 FOR YOUR SAFETY 100m or more 100m 이상 6640o114a 6015o115a 6015o116a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Put machine shut down sign if the Only driver should be aboard Do not allow anyone near while machine is stopped on the road; the tractor while in operation; operating the tractor or imple- •...
  • Page 18 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) Read manual 사용전에 before drive 잘 읽는다. 6015o117a 6640o118a 6015o119a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Precautions for children; Properly train anyone operating; Use Pesticides safely; • • • Fully warn the children and Explain the handling tips in Careless use of agricultur-...
  • Page 19 FOR YOUR SAFETY WARNINg Observe all relevant regulations for disposal; • Be sure to observe all relevant regulations when you dispose of the engine oil, transmission oil, fuel, coolant, filters and battery. • Never dispose the used oil di- 6015o120a 6015o121a rectly to the river or drainage, follow legal procedures.
  • Page 20 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) Loading (backward) 실을때(후진) Sufficient Fuel is 연료가 폭, 길이 Strength, leaking! 새고 있어요 강도는 length and Loading 여유를... width...! (forward) 내릴때(전진) 3 1 : 6640o122a 6640o123a 6640o124a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Inspect for fuel leaking; Consider the strength, length...

  • Page 21: Before Working

    FOR YOUR SAFETY BEFORE WORKINg 6015o125a 6015o126a 6015o127a WARNINg WARNINg CAUTION Be careful when driving on the Do not shift gears on slopes or Stop the engine before mainte- loading ramps; on the loading ramps; nance; • • • Be careful when driving on the When driving on slopes or Stop the engine before mainte- loading ramps.
  • Page 22 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 6015o128a 6015o129a 6015o130a DANgER DANgER DANgER Stop and cool down the engine No fire or spark near to the bat- Remove dirt and debris from before fueling or lubricating; tery; muffler and engine before oper- • • ating;...
  • Page 23 FOR YOUR SAFETY Use a cor- 공구는 Do not inflate the rect tool 올바르게! 최대 공기압 이상 tire bead max air 으로 공기를 넣지 pressure 마십시오. 6640o132a 6015o131a 6640o133a WARNINg CAUTION CAUTION Check electrical component and Do not over inflate tires; Use correct tools;...
  • Page 24 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) Oops! 앗! 6640o134a 6015o135a 6015o136a CAUTION CAUTION WARNINg Secure hood and side covers Observe correct procedures It is necessary inspect the brake before operating tractor; when installing or removing the and steering wheel; • • battery; After detaching the covers Check if the brakes work prop- •...
  • Page 25 FOR YOUR SAFETY Good Main- 확실한 점검을 tenance! 6015o137a 6015o138a 6640o139a WARNINg DANgER WARNINg Lock tilt lever and telescopic Avoid contact with the battery Be sure to check before and af- knob when adjusting steering solution; ter using machine; • •...

  • Page 26: While Working

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) WHIlE WORKINg 6015o140a 6015o141a 6015o142a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Use the loading ramps when Properly ventilate when working Pay attention and keep hands crossing a ditch or a dike; in a green house; on the steering wheel while driv- •...

  • Page 27: After Using The Machine

    FOR YOUR SAFETY AFTER USINg THE mACHINE 6015o143a 6015o144a 6015o145a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Do not allow anyone near while Stop the engine when removing Perform the maintenance on a grass, etc. from blades of the operating the tractor or imple- level and safe location;...
  • Page 28 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) It's HOT 앗 뜨거! 닿 으 면 안 돼 공 구 함 6015o146a 6640o147a 6015o148a CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Cover the PTO shaft when not in Carry out maintenance after the Stop and cool down the engine use; parts have cooled down;...
  • Page 29 FOR YOUR SAFETY 부 르 르 6015o149a 6640o150a 6015o151a CAUTION WARNINg CAUTION Be careful of high oil pressure; Make sure that you are seated in Stop the engine before mainte- • the driver’s seat with your seat nance; Make sure that the hydrau- •...
  • Page 30 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 6015o152a 6015o153a 6015o154a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Put tractor rain cover on only af- Do not open the radiator cap Remove dirt and debris from ter tractor has cooled down; when the radiator is hot; muffler and engine before oper- •...

  • Page 31: Precaution For Prolonged Storage

    FOR YOUR SAFETY PRECAUTION FOR PROlONgED STORAgE It's HOT 앗 뜨거! 닿 으 면 안 돼 공 구 함 6640o155a 6015o156a 6015o157a CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Be careful of hot muffler; After working, immediately re- Disengage the clutch when stor- • pair if necessary;...
  • Page 32 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 는 와 어느쪽도 Be Careful Remove from 떼어내서 보관하세요. connect + first 좋아! tractor connect + later 취부는 + when connecting 떼어낼떼는 -부터! 6640o158a 6640o159a 6015o160a CAUTION WARNINg WARNINg Confirm that the implement is Disconnect the Battery and the...

  • Page 33: Other

    Good Main- Do not adjust or repair following 확실한 점검을 tenance! Don't modify! 개조금지 components. Consult your local BRANSON dealer for these re- pair; • Injection capacity and tim- ing of the engine fuel injection pump. • Correction and repair of hy-...
  • Page 34 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) Con- nect 블레이크를 연결시켜요. brake 6015o163a 6015o164a 6640o165a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Pay attention when turning with Move wheels to widest setting Use caution sign when towing a implement; (width between left and right trailer; • • tires) when working slope or...
  • Page 35 FOR YOUR SAFETY 6015o166a 6015o167a 6015o168a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Follow the instruction manual Balance a heavy implement with Pay attention to the balance be- when engaging an implement; weights; tween the front and rear side • • during the front-end-loader op- When engaging an implement When engaging a heavy imple- eration;...
  • Page 36 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 6015o169a 6015o170a 6015o171a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Do not get under or put your D o n o t s u b s t i t u t e b a l a n c e Be careful of unexpected move- feet under the implement;...
  • Page 37 FOR YOUR SAFETY 6015o172a 6015o173a 6015o174a DANgER WARNINg WARNINg Properly secure tractor during Interlock the brake pedals for Release the differential gear transport; both sides when loading or un- lock when making a turn; • • loading the tractor; When transporting the tractor, Make sure to release the dif- •...
  • Page 38 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 드로바를 Use drawbar 사용하세요. 6640o175a 6015o176a 6015o177a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Use the drawbar when towing; Pay attention to the shoulder of Be careful when driving on a • the road; hill; Make sure to use the drawbar •...
  • Page 39 FOR YOUR SAFETY 6015o178a 6015o179a 6015o181a WARNINg WARNINg WARNINg Turn off engine in a level area Remove spilled excess fuel after Be aware of the PTO RPM re- when leaving the tractor; closing the fuel cap; quirements for the implements; •...
  • Page 40 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 6015o182a 6015o183a WARNINg CAUTION Only engage or disengage im- Engage the parking brake dur- plements on flat, level area: ing warming up the engine; • Engage or disengage the im- If this instruction is ignored, the plement on a flat and safe tractor may move and cause an place.

  • Page 41: Decal Mounting Location

    FOR YOUR SAFETY DECAl mOUNTINg lOCATION 1,2,3 4,5,6 a42o101d...
  • Page 42 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 14,15,16 12,13 10,11 a42o102d...

  • Page 43: Decal

    FOR YOUR SAFETY DECAl (1) No.: TA00036924A (2) No.: TZE5130000C4 (3) No.: TZE5180000C4 WARNING SURFACE (4) No.: TA00040603A [MEC. Model] TZE5130000C4 Clutch pedal Locker Stopper For the long storage, please lock clutch pedal in the both Traction and PTO clutch are disengaged position TA00040603A...
  • Page 44 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLL-OVER; WARNING BEFORE DISMOUNTING TRACTOR: 1. Branson recommends the use of a Roll-Over Protective 1. PARK ON LEVEL GROUND WHENEVER POSSIBLE. If parking on a gradient. position tractor at right angles Structures(ROPS) and seat belt in almost all applications to the slope.
  • Page 45 FOR YOUR SAFETY (11) No.: TA00015596B (12) No.: TZE4100000B4 [MEC. Model] (13) No.: TZE5770000B3 WARNING WARNING TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY: 1. Keep PTO shield in place at all times. TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY(OPERATING ON SLOPES) 2. Do not operate the PTO at speeds faster CONNECT THE LEFT 1.

  • Page 46: Cautions For Decal Maintenance

    ImPORTANT tractor for safe operation. Make sure • If a decal is damaged or lost, to follow the instruction on the decals contact your local BRANSON as well as the following instruction: dealer immediately to install a CAUTION new decal.

  • Page 47: Regarding Warranty Support

    2. REGARDING WARRANTY SUPPORT REGARDING WARRANTY CERTIFICATE ..........2-2 REGARDING AFTER-SALES SERVICE ..........2-2 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ..............2-2 REGARDING SUPPLYING SERVICE PARTS .........2-3 REGARDING GENUINE PARTS AND FLUID ............ 2-3...

  • Page 48: Regarding Warranty Certificate

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) REGARDING WARRANTY REGARDING AFTER-SALES SERVICE CERTIFICATE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PRODUCTION SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER WARNING • Do not modify the machine. If it is damaged by unapproved m o d i f i c a t i o n a n d m i s u s e...

  • Page 49: Regarding Supplying Service Parts

    VICE PARTS AND FLUID ▶REGARDING AFTER-SALES SERVICE We supply the service parts in accor- Use BRANSON genuine parts only!! If you have a problem on your ma- dance with the separated quality as- chine, refer to "Troubleshooting" of surance regulation.
  • Page 50 MEMO ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Branson Machinery LLC ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

  • Page 51: Specification

    3. SpecificationS Major SpecificationS ...............3-2 Driving SpeeD ..................3-4...

  • Page 52: Major Specifications

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) Major SpecificationS Specification Branson F36R(H) Branson F42R(H) PTO Power kW (PS) 22 (30) 25.7 (35) Model Vertical, 4-stroke, water-cooled diesel engine Type A1700N4-UTR_4 A1700T2-UTR_4 No. of cylinders Bore x Stroke mm (in.) 88 × 94 (3.46 × 3.70) Displacement 1,714 (104.59)
  • Page 53 SPECIFICATIONS Specification Branson F36R(H) Branson F42R(H) Wheel base mm (in.) 1,671 (65.79) Ground clearance mm (in.) 306 (12.05) 335 (13.19) Dimen- sions Front wheel mm (in.) 1,151 (45.31) 1,201 (47.28) Tread Rear wheel mm (in.) 1,151 (45.31) 1,165 (45.87) Weight...

  • Page 54: Driving Speed

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) Driving SpeeD ※ The tractor's speed is changed by the condition of the tires and road surface. ※ To ensure safety, drive at a proper speed. [Mec. MoDeL] Engine speed: 2600rpm, Tire rolling radius: 540mm (Rear 12.4-24) km/h (mph)
  • Page 55 SPECIFICATIONS ※ The tractor's speed is changed by the condition of the tires and road surface. ※ To ensure safety, drive at a proper speed. [HST MODEL] Engine speed: 2600rpm, Tire rolling radius: 540mm (Rear 12.4-24) km/h (mph) RANGE FORWARD 5.90 16.1 30.7...
  • Page 56 MeMo ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................Branson Machinery LLC ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

  • Page 57: Operation Description

    4. OPERATION DESCRIPTION ExTERIOR vIEw ............4-2 CONTROLS 1 ............4-12 SwITCHES AND LEvERS ........4-3 foot controls ..........4-12 clutch pedal ............. 4-13 Main switch ............4-4 brake pedals (left/right) ......4-14 hazard warning flasher switch ....4-4 foot throttle pedal ........4-14 turn signal/laMp switch .........

  • Page 58: Exterior View

    ExTERIOR vIEw A42O401A (1) steering wheel (3) front tire (5) Muffler (7) brake lights (2) bonnet (4) front weight hitch (6) rear tire (8) safety frame...

  • Page 59: Switches And Levers

    operation description SwITCHES AND LEvERS a: steering wheel (handle) b: ignition switch c: hazard warning flasher switch d: pto switch e: shuttle shift lever [Mec. Model] f: instrument cluster g: cruise switch (only forward) [hst Model] h: turn signal / lamp switch ※...

  • Page 60: Main Switch

    SwITCH HAzARD wARNINg fLASHER SwITCH CAuTION To start the engine, put the  shuttle shift lever to the "Neu- tral" position to release the safety start system. A42O403A A42O424A (1) Main switch (a) off (1) hazard warning flasher switch...

  • Page 61: Turn Signal/Lamp Switch

    operation description TuRN SIgNAL/LAmP SwITCH SHuTTLE SHIfT LEvER [mEC. mODEL] CAuTION Prolonged operation can con-  sume electricity excessively. Therefore, use it only in emer- gency. use it only when nec- essary as it can discharge the battery and obstruct other drivers' view.

  • Page 62: Cruise Control Switch [Hst Model]

    CRuISE CONTROL SwITCH [HST mODEL] ground speed will be reduced until the brake pedals released. at that point the machine will continue at the previous setting. 4. to reset the desired speed, you should turn off the cruise con-...

  • Page 63: Instrument Cluster

    operation description INSTRumENT CLuSTER A42O406A (1) pto indicator (4) parking brake (brake) indicator (7) preheat indicator (10) fuel gauge (2) turn signal indicator (5) engine hydraulic pressure indicator (8) pto rotating position (11) hour Meter (3) high beam indicator (6) charge warning lamp (9) tachometer (12) coolant temperature gauge...

  • Page 64: Pto Indicator

    PTO INDICATOR LEfT/RIgHT TuRN SIgNAL HIgH BEAm INDICATOR INDICATOR A42O426A 6015O311A A42O422b (1) pto indicator (1) left turn signal indicator (1) high beam indicator (2) right turn signal indicator this comes on when the pto clutch this indicates the condition when op- it indicates the high beam.

  • Page 65: Parking Brake & Brake Indicator

    operation description PARkINg BRAkE & BRAkE IN- ENgINE OIL PRESSuRE wARNINg LAmP DICATOR NOTE • Coolant temperature over 5℃: 1 sec. or shorter / Less than 5℃: 3 - 30 seconds A42O425A A42O428A (1) parking brake (brake) indicator (1) engine oil pressure warning lamp this comes on when the parking when setting the main switch into brake is applied or the brake ped-...

  • Page 66: Battery Charge Warning Lamp

    BATTERy CHARgE wARNINg LAmP PREHEAT INDICATOR fuEL gAugE A42O427A A42O423A A42O407A (1) battery charge warning lamp (1) preheat indicator (1) fuel gauge the battery charge warning lamp is the 4wd indicator comes on when the this indicates the remaining fuel level.

  • Page 67: Tachometer/Hour Meter

    operation description TACHOmETER/HOuR mETER COOLANT TEmPERATuRE gAugE A42O409A A42O408A (1) tachometer (2) hour Meter (1) coolant temperature gauge the tachometer indicates the engine this coolant temperature gauge indi- rpm and the hour meter indicates the cates the engine coolant temperature total run hour of the tractor.

  • Page 68: Controls 1

    CONTROLS 1 fOOT CONTROLS (1) brake pedal [HST mODEL] (2) forward pedal (3) backward pedal A42O410A...

  • Page 69: Clutch Pedal

    operation description CLuTCH PEDAL [mEC. mODEL] [mEC. mODEL] A42O411A (1) clutch pedal if the clutch pedal is depressed, driv- ing power is stopped supplying. when the clutch pedal is depressed, the main/range shift lever can be op- erated. to start off smoothly, release A42O410A the clutch pedal slowly.

  • Page 70: Brake Pedals (Left/Right)

    BRAkE PEDALS (LEfT/RIgHT) fOOT THROTTLE PEDAL [mEC. mODEL] [mEC. mODEL] wARNINg make sure to interlock the left  and right brake pedals with the link bracket while driving for travel. If this instruction is ignored, there is a risk of an accident such as rollover due to unin- tended movement.

  • Page 71: Controls 2

    operation description CONTROLS 2 HAND CONTROLS mAIN SHIfT LEvER [mEC. mODEL] [mEC. mODEL] A42O416A (1) Main shift lever four speeds can be selected by moving this main shift lever in “h” shaped path. you can shift this lever from the 1st A42O415e to 4th gears even when the tractor is moving by disengaging the clutch...

  • Page 72: Range Shift Lever

    RANgE SHIfT LEvER HAND THROTTLE LEvER PTO ON/Off SwITCH A42O417A A42O418A A42O419A (1) range shift lever (1) hand throttle lever (1) pto on/off switch low speed high speed 3 speeds can be selected by the the hand throttle lever is to increase [ind]: in the ind position, the pto range shift lever.

  • Page 73: Differential Lock Pedal

    operation description PARkINg BRAkE DIffERENTIAL LOCk PEDAL the differential lock pedal is to keep [mEC. mODEL] [mEC. mODEL] the wheel rotation on both sides the same when one of the rear wheels is idling or spinning without traction. be sure to use the steering wheel only while the wheels are set in a straight ahead position.
  • Page 74 depress the brake pedals firmly.

  • Page 75: Operation

    5. OperatiOn DaiLY inSpeCtiOn BeFOre StartinG ....5-2 attaCHment OF impLement ......5-16 pre-OperatiOn CHeCK ........5-2 ATTACHmENT POSITION ........5-16 CENTER lINk AdjuSTmENT ........ 5-17 PRE-OPERATION ............ 5-2 ATTACHING ImPlEmENT ........5-17 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ......5-2 AdjuSTmENT OF CHECk BAR ......5-19 RuNNING-IN PERIOd ..........

  • Page 76: Daily Inspection Before Starting

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) DaiLY inSpeCtiOn BeFOre pre-OperatiOn CHeCK StartinG pre-OperatiOn BeFOre StartinG tHe enGine 1. Check the engine oil level. Check the engine operation carefully. After wiping out the dipstick, insert impOrtant it fully and then withdraw it. Oil should be between the two marks •...

  • Page 77: Running-In Period

    OPERATION StartinG enGine runninG-in periOD HOw tO Start Change the transmission/hy- impOrtant  draulic oil and oil filter element • A l w a y s k e e p w h e e l b o l t s Change the engine oil and filter ...
  • Page 78 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) [meC. mODeL] A42O502A A42O501A A42O503A (1) Shuttle shift lever (1) PTO ON/OFF switch (1) Hitch control lever (A) lowering (B) lifting 2. Set the shuttle shift lever in the 3. Confirm that the PTO switch is set 4. Check the position of the imple- neutral position.
  • Page 79 OPERATION [meC. mODeL] A42O504A A42O505A A42O506A (1) main shift lever (1) Hand throttle lever (1) main switch max. min. (A) OFF (B) ON (C) START 5. Put the main shift lever in the neu- 6. Place the hand throttle lever to the 7.

  • Page 80: Cold Start

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) StOppinG enGine traCtOr OperatiOn COLD Start wHen attaCHinG weiGHt make sure to reduce the engine rpm CautiOn with the hand throttle lever in the • in case of the tractor equipped low speed position before stopping with the cold start system, do the engine.

  • Page 81: Reduce Speed When Towing Load

    OPERATION HOw tO Drive reDuCe SpeeD wHen tOwinG LOaD Observe the guideline for towing speed and capacity as below. 1. If the trailed weight is the same or lighter than the tractor, maintain the maximum speed of 26 km/h. 2. If the trailed weight is twice the tractor or less, maintain the maxi- mum speed of 13 km/h.
  • Page 82 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) 1. A d j u s t t h e s e a t p r o p e r l y a n d [meC. mODeL] CautiOn fasten the seat belt. Adjust the if the tractor is out of control, it...
  • Page 83 OPERATION 2. Check if both brake pedals are in- terlocked. A42O511A A42O510A (1) Control lever (1) Hand throttle lever (A) Engine rpm increases 3. lift the implement. To lift the in- 4. Control the hand throttle lever. In- stalled implement, pull the control crease the engine rpm from low to lever backward.
  • Page 84 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) [meC. mODeL] [meC. mODeL] [meC. mODeL] A42O513A A42O514A A42o408E (1) main shift lever (2) Range shift lever (1) Shuttle shift lever [HSt mODeL] (A) Forward (B) Reverse 6. Put the main and range shift le- 7. Operate the shuttle shift lever. This...

  • Page 85: Stopping

    OPERATION StOppinG 1. Stop the tractor with the brake 8. make sure the parking brake is CautiOn pedal and clutch pedal. applied. • Don’t put a foot on the clutch 2. Put the main shift lever to the neu- 9. Tu r n t h e m a i n s w i t c h t o t h e pedal unnecessarily during tral position.

  • Page 86: Parking

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) parKinG when parking the tractor, securely [meC. mODeL] impOrtant engage the parking brake by pulling • The tractor needs to be sta- the parking brake lever completely. tionary before making a shift. To release the parking brake, de- If the parking brake is applied press the parking brake pedal firmly.

  • Page 87: Differential Lock

    OPERATION DiFFerentiaL LOCK 3. If the tire is rotating idle repeat- [meC. mODeL] CautiOn edly, try to engage the differential • Do not drive the tractor at high lock again. speed or make a turn with the differential lock engaged. impOrtant •...

  • Page 88: How To Fold Rops

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) HOw tO FOLD rOpS • If the safety frame is incorrectly in- stalled, it can lead to a severe ac- cident during a rollover accident. • make sure to install the bolts, pins and nuts properly to set the safety frame upright securely.

  • Page 89: Control Lever

    OPERATION COntrOL Lever A42O503A (1) Control lever (A) lowering (B) lifting 1. This control lever can be used to lower and lift an implement freely. 2. Pulling the lever back lifts the im- plement while pushing it forward lowers the implement. CautiOn •...

  • Page 90: Attachment Of Implement

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) attaCHment OF impLement attaCHment pOSitiOn CautiOn Select an implement to match the tractor horse power; the tractor horse power should correspond with the size of an implement. if the power level of tractor is exceeded, the imple- ment may be damaged. Also, if the implement is too big, the tractor may be damaged.

  • Page 91: Center Link Adjustment

    OPERATION Center LinK aDjuStment attaCHinG impLement C:If the center link is attached to the top position, the draft system will not be activated. Therefore, it is good for the implement such as a drilling machine or equivalent which does not require any trac- tion force.
  • Page 92 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) warninG CautiOn • • to prevent the rocker shaft always check if there’s no in- from unexpected movement, terference with the implement, turn "OFF" the traction (draft) quick-coupler of the imple- control before attaching the ment, and other attachments implement to the hitch.

  • Page 93: Adjustment Of Check Bar

    OPERATION aDjuStment OF CHeCK Bar aDjuStment OF vertiCaL HeiGHt impOrtant • Do not extend the center link excessively out of the lim- it. The center link's body or thread can be damaged. A42O520A 6015O426A (1) Stabilizer (1) Rectangular steel plate 1.

  • Page 94: Positioning Of Draw Bar

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) pOSitiOninG OF Draw Bar inStaLLatiOn OF ptO Driven impLement 3. when towing a heavy load, tow it 1. Attach the implement to the trac- with shortest draw bar position. tor. 2. lift the implement off the ground. 3. Stop the engine and put the PTO shift lever in the neutral position.

  • Page 95: How To Connect Hydraulic Hose For Loader Attachment

    OPERATION HOw tO COnneCt HYDrauLiC HOSe FOr LOaDer attaCHment 9. The PTO shaft should not be inter- HYDrauLiC CirCuit OF FrOnt OutLet vaLve fered by any surrounding parts. CautiOn • if someone is entangled in the Before connecting loader hydraulic hose rotating part, it can cause a fa- tal injury.

  • Page 96: Control And Operation Of Hydraulic System

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) COntrOL anD OperatiOn OF HYDrauLiC SYStem SCv COntrOL Lever anD COnneCtinG CYLinDer HOSe COupLer R2 to enable correct operation of the 1. distinguish the hoses for expansion loader. and retraction. The hose for expan- sion should be connected to the left...

  • Page 97: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    OPERATION tireS, wHeeLS anD BaLLaSt tire tYpe prOper inFLatiOn preSSure CautiOn Inflation • Escaping hydraulic fluid under tire size pressure pressure has sufficient force to (Kg/cm penetrate skin, causing a seri- Front 7-16/8-16 ous personal injury. Be sure to wheel with ro- release all residual pressure be- tary tiller...

  • Page 98: Wheel And Axle

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) wHeeL anD axLe FrOnt wHeeL aSSemBLY rear wHeeL aSSemBLY If the wheel or axle is loosened, tighten to the specified torque. Front Front remarks remarks 1. drive the tractor about 100 m and wheel wheel tighten it to the specified torque.

  • Page 99: Maintenance

    6. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART ....6-2 bleeding Fuel system ........6-13 checking exhaust gas ........6-13 FLUIDS ..............6-4 checking Fuse and Fusible link ....6-14 checking and adjusting tOe-in ....6-14 Fluids and capacity ........... 6-4 checking and adjusting Fan belt ....6-15 RoUTINE MAINTENANCE ........6-5 Opening hOOd ............

  • Page 100: Maintenance Schedule Chart

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART RUNNING HoURS 700 1YR 2YR CHECK ITEMS 1. engine oil ◎ ● ● 2. Engine oil filter ◎ ● ● 3. Transmission fluid ◎ ● ● 4. Transmission fluid filter ◎ ● ● 5. Front axle fluid ◎...
  • Page 101 maintenance RUNNING HoURS 700 1YR 2YR CHECK ITEMS ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 16. Hydraulic fluid hose ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 17. Fuel hose ● 18. Electric cables ● ● ● ● ● ● ●...

  • Page 102: Fluids

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) FLUIDS FLUIDS AND CApACITY Fluid Capacity (ℓ) Specification Remarks Fuel Diesel fuel (KS2) For summer: S, For winter: W engine oil sae 15w-40 CJ grade or higher grease As needed ksm2130 nO.2 Multi purpose type Radiator : 5.0 ℓ (1.32 u.s. gal) Appropriate genuine anti- NO.2 of KSM2142 or equivalent, perma-...

  • Page 103: Routine Maintenance

    maintenance RoUTINE MAINTENANCE opENING HooD CHECKING AND REpLACING ENGINE oIL CHECKING REpLACING a42O601a a42O602a a42O603a (1) Opening knob (1) Oil dipstick (2) Oil inlet (1) Drain plug 1. The hood can be unlocked by pull- Pull out the oil dipstick, clean it, and To drain oil, remove the drain plug on ing the opening knob.

  • Page 104: Checking And Changing Transmission Fluid

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) CHECKING AND CHANGING TRANSMISSIoN FLUID CHECKING CHANGING Drain transmission fluid by removing the drain plug from the transmission or rear axle case. Change transmis- sion fluid periodically with proper one according to the temperature and op- erating condition.

  • Page 105: Checking And Changing Front Axle Oil

    maintenance CHECKING AND CHANGING FRoNT AxLE oIL REpLACING ENGINE oIL FILTER CHECKING CHANGING a42O607a a42O608a a42O609a (1) Filler plug (1) Drain plug (1) Oil filter cartridge (A) Upper limit (B) Lower limit (C) Specified level Unscrew the oil filler plugs on the left To drain the used oil, remove the 1.

  • Page 106: Replacing Transmission Fluid Filter

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) REpLACING TRANSMISSIoN FLUID FILTER 4. Check the engine oil level again 1. After draining transmission oil, re- [MEC. MoDEL] with the oil dipstick after the hy- move the oil filter cartridge by turn- draulic pilot lamp is turned off. If ing it counterclockwise.

  • Page 107: Checking And Changing Coolant

    maintenance CHECKING AND CHANGING CooLANT ANTI-FREEzE CHECKING REpLACEMENT pRoCEDURE 1. To drain coolant, open the radiator cap and drain plug and drain cool- ant completely from the radiator. 2. Flush the radiator until clean water is drained. 3. Add anti-freeze up to the filler neck of the radiator.

  • Page 108: Checking And Adding Fuel

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) CHECKING AND ADDING FUEL CHECKING bATTERY CAUTIoN • When changing with new cool- ant, add anti-rust agent and idle the engine for 5 minutes for mixing. • As the coolant level is re- duced naturally, fill with clean and fresh water.

  • Page 109: Checking Hoses And Pipes

    Charge the battery after re- loosened. moving it from the tractor. • • Before and after work, remove When replacing the battery, any straw or dust on the bat- use the BRANSON genuine tery or cables. battery.

  • Page 110: Greasing

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) GREASING CHECKING AND ADjUSTING CHECKING AND ADjUSTING STEERING WHEEL bRAKE [MEC. MoDEL] a42O614a a42O615a a42O616a (1) Nipple (A) Free play of steering wheel [HST MoDEL] Apply grease every 50 hours. Check When the steering wheel is turned to the...

  • Page 111: Bleeding Fuel System

    maintenance bLEEDING FUEL SYSTEM CHECKING ExHAUST GAS The free play of the brake pedal is 5 Exhaust gas may be a little black at - 10 mm. Adjust both brake pedals at the time of starting the engine, but the same time. normally it is colorless.

  • Page 112: Checking Fuse And Fusible Link

    F36r(h)/F42r(h) CHECKING FUSE AND FUSIbLE LINK CHECKING AND ADjUSTING ToE-IN When replacing the fuse, use only the [MEC. MoDEL] one with the specified capacity. Open the fuse box cover and check the fus- es. Replace any blown fuses with new ones of required capacity.

  • Page 113: Checking And Adjusting Fan Belt

    maintenance CHECKING AND ADjUSTING FAN bELT Tighten the nuts when the toe-in is CAUTIoN 0.2 - 0.3 in. (4 - 8 mm). Be sure of • Carry out inspection or mainte- both lengths of the left and right tie nance after the engine is fully rod ends are the same.
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  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    7. TroubleshooTing TroubleshooTing engine ...............7-2 TroubleshooTing cluTch and brake ........7-5 TroubleshooTing hydraulic sysTem ........7-6 TroubleshooTing elecTric sysTem ...........7-7...

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting Engine

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) TroubleshooTing engine symptom inspection item action Depress the clutch pedal fully and turn the igni-  Are you depressing the clutch?  tion switch to the "START" position Is the battery power enough? Is the battery dis- Add battery fluid to the specified level and charge ...
  • Page 117 TROUBLESHOOTING symptom inspection item action 4. The engine revolu- Is the fuel filter clogged? Clean or replace it   tion is irregular Is the coolant level low? Refill the coolant   Is the fan belt slack or damaged? Adjust the belt tension or replace it ...
  • Page 118 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) symptom inspection item action 7. The coolant warning lamp is turned ON Is the coolant level in the reservoir tank low? Refill the coolant   during operation Is the engine oil level low? Refill the engine oil up to required level.

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting Clutch And Brake

    TROUBLESHOOTING TroubleshooTing cluTch and brake symptom inspection item action 1. The clutch slips or cannot be dis- Is the free play of clutch pedal proper? Adjust the free play of the pedals   engaged. 2. The brake does not work or works Is the free play of the brake pedals proper? Adjust the free play of the pedals ...

  • Page 120: Troubleshooting Hydraulic System

    Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) TroubleshooTing hydraulic sysTem symptom inspection item action Is not the hydraulic flow control dial in the  Adjust the hydraulic flow control dial  close position? Is the transmission fluid level low? Refill the transmission fluid  ...

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting Electric System

    TROUBLESHOOTING TroubleshooTing elecTric sysTem symptom inspection item action Is the bulb blown? Replace the bulb   Is the fuse blown? Replace the fuse   1. The headlamp does not turn ON Is the cable connector separated from the socket? Inspect it ...
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  • Page 123: Storage And Disposal

    8. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL TRAcTOR STORAGE ................8-2 Daily storage ......................8-2 long-term storage ....................8-2 Using tractor after long-term storage ...........8-3 Use anD Disposal ....................8-4...

  • Page 124: Tractor Storage

    Branson f36r/f42r TRAcTOR STORAGE DAILy STORAGE LONG-TERm STORAGE 1. store the tractor after cleaning it. clean the tractor thoroughly and 8. place chocks behind and in front especially, clean it thoroughly af- store it as follows: of the rear wheels.

  • Page 125: Using Tractor After Long-Term Storage

    storage anD Disposal USING TRAcTOR AfTER LONG-TERm STORAGE Keep the following instructions when ImPORTANT cAUTION using the tractor after its long-term • • To avoid a personal injury, When cleaning the tractor, be storage. • sure to stop the engine. Allow Never clean the tractor body 1.

  • Page 126: Use And Disposal

    Branson f36r/f42r USE AND DISPOSAL 10. get onto the tractor and start the it is recommended to keep the cAUTION engine. following to protect the environment: • Unless the battery is removed 11. check if the instrument pan- 1. overload on the machine shortens...

  • Page 127: Index

    9. INDEX INDEX......................9-2...
  • Page 128 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) cHecking And Adjusting toe-in ........6-14 Adjustment oF cHeck BAR .........5-19 cHecking And cHAnging coolAnt ......6-9 Adjustment oF veRticAl HeigHt ......5-19 cHecking And cHAnging FRont Axle oil ....6-7 AFteR using tHe mAcHine ..........1-17 cHecking And cHAnging tRAnsmission Fluid ..6-6 Anti-FReeze ................6-9...
  • Page 129 index decAl mounting locAtion ..........1-31 HigH BeAm indicAtoR ............4-8 diFFeRentiAl lock ............5-13 How to connect HydRAulic Hose FoR loAdeR AttAcHment ..........5-21 diFFeRentiAl lock pedAl ..........4-17 How to dRive ..............5-7 dRiving speed ..............3-4 How to Fold Rops ............5-14 How to stARt ..............5-3 engine oil pRessuRe wARning lAmp ......4-9 exteRioR view ..............4-2 index..................9-1...
  • Page 130 Branson F36R(H)/F42R(H) RegARding wARRAnty ceRtiFicAte ......2-2 opening Hood ..............6-5 RegARding wARRAnty suppoRt ........2-1 opeRAtion ................5-1 ReplAcing engine oil FilteR ........6-7 opeRAtion descRiption ..........4-1 ReplAcing tRAnsmission Fluid FilteR ......6-8 otHeR .................1-23 Routine mAintenAnce ............6-5 Running-in peRiod ............5-3 pARking ................5-12 pARking BRAke ..............4-17 sAFety pRecAutions ............1-2...
  • Page 131 index tRouBlesHooting ............7-1 tRouBlesHooting clutcH And BRAke ......7-5 tRouBlesHooting electRic system ......7-7 tRouBlesHooting engine ..........7-2 tRouBlesHooting HydRAulic system ......7-6 tuRn signAl/lAmp switcH ..........4-5 use And disposAl .............8-4 using tRActoR AFteR long-teRm stoRAge ....8-3 veHicle identiFicAtion numBeR (vin) ......2-2 wHeel And Axle ..............5-24 wHen AttAcHing weigHt ..........5-6 wHile woRking ..............1-16...
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