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Using this Manual • Read and understand this manual before the assembly and operation of the machine. • Be familiar with all the driving parts and know how to stop the unit quickly. • Go through the safety checklist before each operation. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, act with care and good judgment.
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Table of Contents Using this Manual................2 Table of Contents ................3 Overview of the Vehicle ..............6 Safety Equipment and Practices ............6 Seat Adjustment ................... 7 Safety Decals ..................7 Knowing your MR17 ................. 8 RFID Key System ................... 8 Fuel Cap .....................
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Flat Tire ..................17 Front Tires ..................17 Rear Tires ..................17 Appearance Care ................18 Minimizing Paint Damage ............... 18 Maintaining the Finish ................18 Maintenance ................19 Scheduled Maintenance ................. 19 Genuine Engine Parts Recommendation ............. 20 Engine Oil ..................21 How to check/add oil ................
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Capacities/Lubricants ................. 30 Service and maintenance ..............30 Gasoline consumption ................. 31 Options ..................31 MR17 PAGE 5...
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Overview of the Vehicle ECVT Front Axle Engine Brake pedals Tablet Steering Wheel display Armrest and Joystick Gear Shift Seat Fire Extinguisher Safety Equipment and Practices MR17 PAGE 6...
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Seat Adjustment The MR17’s driver seat can be slid forward and backward using the lever located under the seat on the right hand side. It is strongly recommended for the driver to adjust the seat in a comfortable and safe position before driving the tractor. Safety Decals To make sure that every MR17 driver is aware of all warnings and danger zones on and around the tractor, multiple warning labels complying with ASABE/ISO 3767-1...
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Knowing your MR17 RFID Key System The MR17 uses an RFID Key Identification System, where the cardkey is needed to enable the starting of the motor. Refer to the section entitled “Starting and Stopping” for instructions on how to start the tractor. Two cardkeys are provided along with the MR17, should more be needed;...
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Protecting your MR17 Pre-Operation Safe Use Checklist • Clothing: Full coverage o Long sleeves and pants or full-body suit o Full-closed shoes • Helmet: Approved DOT and/or CSA tested helmets • Eye protection: If helmet does not have visor use goggles or safety glasses •...
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Fuel Requirements The fuel should meet the following requirements: Only use clean and fresh unleaded gasoline, this will reduce exhaust emissions and • keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91RON). • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol or up to 15%MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is •...
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Special Driving Conditions When driving on ice or in water, snow, mud, sand or similar hazard be cautious and allow for extra distance for braking. In those situations, it is also recommended to avoid sudden braking and quick steering. Brake with the pedal by using a light up-down motion. Don’t hold the pedal down constantly.
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Using your MR17 Instrument Cluster Overview Engine starter Change HUD page control Engine Throttle RFID slot Stop button System switch MR17 PAGE 12...
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Entering Standby Mode To start the electrical systems of the MR17, turn the switch on the armrest on. The operator must then be properly seated and the hitch tether switch properly attached. Once this is done, the RFID key should be introduced in the slot, after which the tractor will enter standby mode.
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Manual Transmission and CVT The MR17’s transmission is operated via a normal 3 gears and reverse manual transmission, selected from the shifter knob below the operator’s seat, which is coupled to a CVT transmission at the front of the tractor. The CVT can be controlled in the automatic mode, where the computer controls it.
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In Case of Emergency Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you experience power loss or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. In case this happens, drive to any area where it is safe to stop and set the transaxle in neutral position, and then follow these steps: 1.
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Fuses The MR17 is protected by 4 blade type fuses, which can be easily individually replaced. If any accessories or controls don’t work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse has blown the inside element will be melted. The fuses and their respective uses are shown below: Vehicle Dynamics Controller Engine Safety Controller 7.5A...
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Flat Tire Front Tires The front wheels can be easily removed with a long nose plier to be replaced or to be maintained Rear Tires 1. Use a hydraulic jack and place it under the transmission 2. Pump the hydraulic jack just enough to raise the tractor 3.
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Appearance Care Minimizing Paint Damage Environmental hazards can harm the MR17’s paint’s protective properties. Here are some tips on how to prevent this: It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its finish. This should be • undertaken immediately after you suspect that acid rain has settled on your vehicle’s finish or after finding watermarks on the tractor’s finish Bird droppings, insects and tree sap are best removed with a soft sponge and water...
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Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance First Five Hours Change Oil Every 8 Hours or Daily Check engine and transmission oil Clean area around muffler and controls Monthly Check the fire extinguisher for the present pull pin, damage to the hose or valve and proper pressure Every 100 Hours or Annually Clean air filter*...
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Genuine Engine Parts Recommendation We recommend using genuine parts from authorized Briggs & Stratton distributors such as the following: Service Part Part Number Air filter (cyclonic): 841497 Safety Filter (cyclonic): 821136 Air filter (low-profile): 692519 Oil- SAE 30: 100028 Oil Filter: 842921 Fuel Filter: 691035...
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Engine Oil Mutrac engineers recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. Do not use special additives. Oil type depends on the ambient temperature; choose the right kind of oil with the following chart: Caution Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed of properly.
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How to check/add oil 1. Remove the dipstick (A) and wipe with a clean cloth 2. Insert and tighten the dipstick 3. Remove the dipstick and check oil level. It should be at the FULL mark (B) on the dipstick 4.
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How to Change the Oil Oil Removal 1. With engine off but still warm, disconnect the spark plug wire (A), and keep it away from the spark plug 2. Remove oil drain plug (B). Drain the oil into an approved container 3.
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Air Filter How to Change Air Filter Never start or run the engine without the air filter. Caution Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents will dissolve the filter. MR17 PAGE 24...
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Cyclonic Air Filter System 1. Open the latches (A) and remove the cover (B) 2. Remove the air filter (C) 3. To loosen debris, gently tap the air filter on a hard surface. If the air filter is excessively dirty, replace with a new air filter 4.
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Fuel Filter How to Change the Fuel Filter 9. 1. Before replacing the fuel filter (A), if equipped, drain the fuel tank or close the fuel shut-off valve. Otherwise, fuel can leak out and cause a fire explosion. 10. 2. Use pliers to squeeze tabs (B) on the clamps (C), then slide the clamps away from the fuel filter.
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Spark Plugs How to Replace the Spark Plug Check the gap (A), with a wire gauge (B). If necessary, reset the cap. Install and tighten plug to the recommended torque. Recommended Tune-up Specifications Spark Plug Gap 0.03in (0.76mm) Spark Plug Torque 180lb-in (20Nm) Armature Air Gap 0.005-0.008in (0.13-0.20mm)
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Customer Information Customer Assistance scaletractor.bree@gmail.com Mutrac Distributors Macdonald Campus of McGill University 21111 Lakeshore Road St Anne de Bellevue Quebec Canada, H9X 3V9 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories We recommend only using genuine parts from authorized distributors as listed under Maintenance.
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Specifications Tractor Type Mid-Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive One Driver and No Passengers Features Drive-by-wire, Front Suspension, Automatic Ballast System, Electronic CVT, Onboard Computer, Electronic Throttle System, Electronic Brakes, Adjustable brake pedals, RFID, and Push Start Ignition Chassis Chassis Type: Ladder Body Material: HRPO Steel Engine Air Cooled V-twin Big Block Horizontal Shaft, Electric Start Bore/Stroke: 86/78 mm...
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Rear Track: 752 mm Ground Clearance: 102 mm Linkage Hitch Height: 330 mm adjustable ± 100 mm Weight Curb: 354 kg (@14 kg/hp) Distribution: Front: 30% Rear: 70% Steering Positive Caster, Positive camber, Variable Speed Drive Actuator Dynamic Load Capacity: 200 kg Stroke: 102 mm Max Speed: 24 mm/sec Turning Radius: 1423 mm...
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Gasoline consumption 7,1 L/hour at 3060 rpm Options • Shifter lock • Dynamic Ballast • 100 A Alternator • PTO • ROPS • LED Lights • SMV sign & warning lights • Active seat heated • Rear tires available in stock version or V-tread cut (for better traction and lighter tires) MR17 PAGE 31...
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