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79022791 B Rev. March, 2006 Operation and Maintenance Manual Model MT700B Series European Rubber Tracked Tractor...
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CONTENTS CHALLENGER ® Model MT700B Series 79022791 B Rev. CONTENTS SAFETY ................................A-1 GENERAL INFORMATION ..........................B-1 OPERATION ..............................C-1 ADJUSTMENTS ..............................D-1 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ....................... E-1 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................F-1 SPECIFICATIONS ............................. G-1 ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS ........................H-1 INDEX ................................. J-1 79022791 B Rev.
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SAFETY SAFETY Contents Important Safety Information .......................... A-3 Safety Alert Symbol ............................A-4 Signal Words ..............................A-4 Informational Messages ..........................A-4 General Hazard Information ........................... A-5 Pressurized Air ............................A-6 Asbestos Information ..........................A-6 Electrical Storm Injury Prevention ......................A-6 Mounting and Dismounting ........................
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SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FIG. 1: This is the safety alert symbol. It means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Look for it, both in this manual and on safety decals on the tractor and planter. It will direct your attention to information that involves your safety and the safety of others.
SAFETY GENERAL HAZARD INFORMATION When the engine is running and the steering wheel is Never put maintenance fluids into glass containers. Drain turned, the tractor will not turn with the transmission all liquids into a suitable container. control lever in the PARK position. The tractor will turn Discard any drained fluids and discard any filter elements with the transmission control lever in the NEUTRAL according to local regulations.
SAFETY Pressurized Air Air under pressure can cause personal injury. When pressurized air is used for cleaning, wear a protective face shield, protective clothing and protective shoes. The maximum air pressure for cleaning purposes must be below 205 kPa (30 psi). Asbestos Information AGCO equipment and replacement parts that are shipped from AGCO are asbestos free.
SAFETY Mounting and Dismounting Before Starting Engine Mount the tractor and dismount the tractor only at Start the engine only from the operator compartment. locations that have steps and/or handholds. Before you Never short across the starter terminals or across the mount the tractor, clean the steps and the handholds.
SAFETY Before Operation Clear all personnel from the tractor and from the area. When possible, operate the tractor up slopes and down slopes. Avoid operating the tractor across the slope, when Clear all obstacles from the tractor's path. Beware of possible.
SAFETY Parking Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention Park on a level surface. If you must park on a grade, chock the tractor's belts. Support the equipment properly when you perform work beneath the equipment. Do not depend on the hydraulic Move the transmission control lever to the PARK position.
SAFETY Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS) Do not make any modifications to the ROPS as this will affect the protection provided. Do not alter the structure by welding, cutting, adding weight, or drilling holes into the structure. Any alteration that is not specifically authorized by AGCO invalidates the AGCO certification for the ROPS.
SAFETY BURN PREVENTION FIG. 2: Do not touch any part of an operating engine. Allow the engine to cool before any maintenance is performed on the engine. Relieve all pressure in the air system, in the oil system, in the lubrication system, in the fuel system, or in the cooling system before any lines, fittings or related items are disconnected.
SAFETY Oils Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil to contact the skin. Also, do not allow hot components to contact the skin. Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the engine has been stopped.
SAFETY Fluid Penetration FIG. 4: Always use a board or cardboard when you check for a leak. Leaking fluid that is under pressure can penetrate body tissue. Fluid penetration can cause serious injury and possible death. A pin hole leak can cause severe injury.
SAFETY FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION FIG. 7: All fuels, most lubricants, and some coolant mixtures are flammable. Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled onto hot surfaces or onto electrical components can cause a fire. Fire may cause personal injury and property damage. Remove all flammable materials such as fuel, oil, and debris from the tractor.
SAFETY FIG. 8: Use caution when you are refueling a tractor. Do not smoke while you are refueling a tractor. Do not refuel a tractor near open flames or sparks. Always stop the engine before refueling. Fill the fuel tank outdoors. 00704059 FIG.
SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS AND LABELS There are several specific safety signs on this tractor. The exact location of the hazards and the description of the hazards are reviewed in this section. Please become familiarized with all safety signs. Make sure that all of the safety signs are legible. Clean the safety signs or replace the safety signs if you cannot read the words.
SAFETY Side View 501254D1 1 501263D1 1 501262D1 1 501262D1 1 501254D1 501263D1 501262D1 501262D1 ch-0026 FIG. 10 FIG. 10: Side View 501254D1 Three Point Hitch. The safety signs are located on the draft arms for the 501262D1 Accumulator Warning. Three Point on each side.
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SAFETY 501257D1 1 501257D1 501259D1 501291D1 1 501291D1 ch-0026 FIG. 11 FIG. 11: Side View 501291D1 Connecting Jump Start cables. The safety sign is located on the battery cover 501259D1 No Passengers. underneath the hood. The safety sign is located on the left front post inside the Improper jumper cable connections can cause explosion cab.
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SAFETY 501265D1 1 501257D1 1 501257D1 501265D1 501294D1 1 501294D1 501290D1 1 501290d1 ch-0026 FIG. 12 FIG. 12: Side View 501257D1 Engine Maintenance. The safety sign is located on both side shields for the 501294D1 Improperly Coupled Implements. engine. The safety sign is located on each side of the quick hitch. Shut off engine and remove key before performing Personal injury could result from improperly coupled maintenance or repair work.
SAFETY Front View 501258D1 1 501258D1 501287D1 1 501291D1 1 501287D1 501291D1 ch-0025 FIG. 13 501258D1 Starter Bypass. FIG. 13: Front View The safety sign is located on the starter motor on the right 501291D1 Jump Start Cables. side of the tractor. The safety sign is located on the frame rail on the right Start engine from operator's seat only.
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SAFETY 501274D1 1 501273D1 1 501274D1 501273D1 159-5338a ch-0025 FIG. 14 FIG. 14: Front View 501273D1 Maintenance. The safety sign is located on the right rear post inside the 501274D1 Operators Manual. cab. The safety sign is located on the right rear post and the Shut off engine and remove key before performing rear power outlet panel inside the cab.
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SAFETY 501292D1 1 501292D1 501293D1 1 501261D1 1 501293D1 501261D1 ch-0025 FIG. 15 FIG. 15: Front View 501261D1 Hot Surface. The safety sign is located under the muffler on the right 501293D1Electrical Shock Hazard side of the tractor. The safety sign is located on the left hand side of the Avoid contact with hot surfaces.
SAFETY Rear View 501260D1 1 501260D1 1 501264D1 1 501260D1 501260D1 501264D1 ch-0034 FIG. 16 FIG. 16: Rear View 501264D1 Power Take Off. The safety signs are located on each side of the PTO shaft To avoid personal injury due to entanglement with rotating shaft, keep PTO master cover and all power drive system covers in place.
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SAFETY 501296D1 1 501296D1 1 501296D1 501296D1 501262D1 1 501262D1 ch-0034 FIG. 17 FIG. 17: Rear View 501295D1 and 501296D1 Three Point Hitch Control. 501262D1 Accumulator Warning. The safety sign is located on each rear fender of the The safety sign is located near the accumulator for the tractor.
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GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Contents Machine Identification ............................. B-3 Product Identification Information ......................B-3 79022791 B Rev.