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MCCORMICK GM 40 T3 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Valid for tractors equipped with
cab or ROPS models:
GM 40 T3
GM 45 T3
GM 50 T3
GM 55 T3
Argo Tractors S.p.A.
42042 Fabbrico [RE] Italia
via G. Matteotti, 7
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Operation and maintenance manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION
INTRODUCTION, WARRANTY
SAFETY NOTES
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
OPERATION
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
GM
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Publication N. 6502 084M1
Release 12/2009
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  • Page 1 Operation and maintenance manual ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS SECTION Valid for tractors equipped with TABLE OF CONTENTS TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION cab or ROPS models: INTRODUCTION, WARRANTY GM 40 T3 GM 45 T3 SAFETY NOTES GM 50 T3 GM 55 T3 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS OPERATION ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 2 This manual was compiled in compliance with the the ISO 3600 standards and the here contained instructions comply the requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC in force in the European Community. For tractors sold or used outside the European Community, local laws will prevail. Main protections on the tractors discussed in this manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Page n. Section 1 Contents ....................3 Tractor identification ................. 6 Introduction ....................7 Warranty, pre-delivery inspections and installation ........7 Warranty claim ..................7 Spare parts warning ................. 8 If you move ....................8 Post-warranty service ................8 Safety .......................
  • Page 4 Table of contents Page n. Section 4 Operation ....................45 Starting and stopping the engine ............46 Starting the tractor .................. 47 Clutch operation ..................47 Gearbox operation .................. 48 Power take-off ..................50 Brakes ....................53 Differential lock ..................54 4WD .......................
  • Page 5 Table of contents Page n. Section 6 Tractor specifications ................89 Weights and dimensions ............... 90 Engine ....................91 Ground speed tables ................92 Transmission ..................93 Power take-off ..................93 Brakes ....................93 Track adjustment ..................93 Steering components ................93 4WD front axle ..................

  • Page 6: Tractor Identification

    Tractor identification Machine identification data The tractor and its main components are identified by serial numbers and/or manufacturing codes. Here under the positions of the various identification data are illustrated. NOTE: Identification data should be communicated to your Dealer for requests of spare parts or service. Tractor identification plate (Fig.1- The manufacturer’s plate is placed on the right-hand side on the front of the tractor and features the following...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction - Warranty INTRODUCTION Also compliance with and strict adherence to the operation service and maintenance conditions NOTE TE: This manual is distributed with tractors all over specified by the Manufacturer are substantial part of the world. The equipment indicated as standard or the intended use.

  • Page 8: Warranty Claim

    Introduction - Warranty WARRANTY CLAIM POST-WARRANTY SERVICE A correct installation, followed by a regular maintenance, During the warranty period it is advisable to let your Dealer can do much to prevent malfunctions or breakdowns. If perform every repair and servicing. In this way the Dealer is able to keep under control operation and performances operation problems should be however encountered of your new tractor.

  • Page 9: Safety Notes

    Safety notes Chapter 2 Safety notes REGULAR USE This is an agricultural tractor, whose function consists essentially in traction power. It is therefore specially designed to push, pull, carry or operate some interchangeable implements for agricultural purpose, or to tow agricultural trailers. This machine must be driven and operated by an operator suitably instructed, firmly seated and wearing a fastened seat belt.

  • Page 10: Safety Alert Symbols And Terms

    Safety notes SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND TERMS This safety symbol means WARNING! BEWARE! YOUR SAFETY IS IN DANGER! This alert symbol draws your attention on important warnings on the implement, in the manual or anywhere else. Pay great attention whenever you see this symbol: there is a great danger of serious or deadly injuries. Follow the instructions given in the warning.

  • Page 11: Safety - Danger, Warning And Caution

    Safety notes SAFETY - FOLLOWING A SAFETY Keep in mind that this safety section is written only for this type of machine. Practice all other usual and customary PROGRAM safe working precautions, and above all - REMEMBER - Safe use of the tractor SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

  • Page 12: Safety Frame

    Safety notes SAFETY FRAME A safety frame is fitted as standard equipment to the tractor at the time of factory assembly. It the safety frame was removed or modified, the tractor should be equipped with a new original and approved safety frame. The safety frame reduces the risk of injury should the tractor tip over.

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    Safety notes PRECAUTIONS FOR WORKING IN SAFETY Protect yourself Wear all protective clothing and any personal protection devices called for by the work conditions. Never take any risks (Fig. 2-3). You need the following protective clothing: - A hard hat. - Safety goggles or mask.
  • Page 14 Safety notes Know your equipment Know your tractor. Know how to operate all equipment on your machine and the implements and attachments used with it. Know the purpose of all the controls, gauges and dials. Know the rated load capacity, speed range, braking and steering characteristics, turning radius, and operating clearances.

  • Page 15: Check Your Equipment

    Safety notes WARNING: Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid Check the equipment under pressure can penetrate the skin or Before you begin your working day, take time to check eyes and cause serious personal injury, your tractor and ensure that all systems are in good blindness or death.

  • Page 16: Cleaning The Tractor

    Safety notes Clean the tractor SAFETY - TRACTOR MAINTENANCE • Keep work surfaces and engine compartments clean. CAUTION: With exception of normal service, as explained • in the Maintenance section, all other servicing or Before cleaning the machine, always lower implements reparations must be carried out by properly skilled to the ground, place transmission in neutral, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine and remove the...

  • Page 17: Safety - Starting Up

    Safety notes If the tractor must be lifted for servicing, take it to a suitably equipped workshop. Carry out the following operations before any operation about the tractor: engage the four-wheel drive, the first gear and the parking brake and put chocks to the wheels touching the ground.
  • Page 18 Safety notes Safety at starting WARNING: Make sure that there is enough ventilation before starting the engine. Never start the engine in an enclosed space. Exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation (Fig.2-10b). Make sure that the tractor dual brake pedals are locked together at all times unless you are making turns in the field which require independent use of the brakes.

  • Page 19: Working In Safety

    Safety notes DIRECTIONS TO AVOID IMPROPER USE OF THE TRACTOR WORKING IN SAFETY Do not start the tractor without ensuring a perfect command of speed and steering controls (Fig.2-14). WARNING: An unbalanced tractor could overturn and cause injury or death. If required, put ballast weights on their front support and on rear wheels as described in this section of the Operation chapter.

  • Page 20: Beware Of Other People

    Safety notes Beware of other people • Think about what you are going to do. Never allow persons that are not qualified or suitably skilled to operate your tractor. They could be a danger for them- selves or for others. WARNING: Your tractor is designed to be operated by one person.

  • Page 21: Risk Of Overturning

    Safety notes Risk of overturning For your safety, it is mandatory that all footstep tractors are fitted with original Roll Over Protective Structures and seat belts (Fig.2-18). In the event of overturning with a tractor fitted with a cab or ROPS, hold the steering wheel firmly and DO NOT attempt to leave the seat until the tractor has come to rest.
  • Page 22 Safety notes • Avoid crossing steep slopes if possible. If you must do so, avoid any holes or depressions on the downhill side. Avoid any stumps, rocks, bumps or raised areas on the uphill side. When operating near ditches or banks, always keep your tractor behind the shear line (A, Fig.2-22).

  • Page 23: To Avoid Back Overturning

    Safety notes To avoid rear overturns WARNING: Hitching to the rear axle, or any other point above the swinging drawbar, can cause a rear overturn. • DO NOT pull anything using the top link connection, or from any point above the centre line of the rear axle. Always use an approved drawbar, and only use a drawbar pin that locks into place.
  • Page 24 Safety notes • Start slowly and increase your speed gradually. DO NOT rev the engine or drop the clutch. If the tractor is attached to a heavy load, or immovable object, improper clutching may cause overturn (Fig.2-30 and 2-31). • If the front part of the tractor begins lifting, disengage the clutch at once (Fig.2-29).

  • Page 25: Dangerous Operations

    Safety notes General operating hazards • Ensure that the PTO shield (1) is in place and that the cap (2) is fitted when the PTO driveline is not in use (Fig. 2-32). • Before connecting, disconnecting, cleaning or adjusting implements driven by the power take-off, disengage the PTO, turn the engine off, remove the ignition key and make sure that the PTO shaft is at standstill (Fig.2-33).

  • Page 26: Implements And Attachments

    Safety notes Implements and attachments WARNING: Use exclusively front loader approved by the tractor’s manufacturer, with CE mark and parallelogram type. The installation and modification of the tractor must be carried out with the highest technical standards by specialised workshops with qualified personnel.

  • Page 27: Road Transport

    Safety notes • Check for correct coupling between tow hook and trailer. See the Towing Attachments chapter. • Use ballast weight as recommended. NEVER add more ballast to compensate a higher load than allowed. Reduce load. • Only North American markets. A safety chain will help control drawn equipment should it be accidentally separated from the drawbar while transporting.

  • Page 28: Safety - After Use

    Safety notes • Wait for traffic to clear before entering a public road. • Beware of blind intersections. Slow down until you have a clear view. • DO NOT attempt to pass at any intersection. • Slow down for turns and curves. •...

  • Page 29: Additional Notes

    Safety notes Further notes On loose soil, wheel slip can exceed 12%. If wheel slip is found to be greater than this amount, The following notes are designed to complete the Op- proceed with care as operating conditions might eration and Maintenance Manual to ensure that your quickly become unstable and cause early tyre wear.
  • Page 30 Safety notes Economy PTO. Operating a dry-disc clutch. As shown in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, the economy PTO on large tractors is a feature that Most tractors with a manual gearshift are equipped makes it possible to use the PTO at standard speed with a dry-disc clutch for changing gear.

This manual is also suitable for:

Gm 45 t3Gm 50 t3Gm 55 t3

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