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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Page Limited Warranty Federal Emission Warranty iii-iv Introduction Safety Precautions vi-viii Universal Symbols Road Speed Decal Safety Decals SECTION CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION Operator’s Seat, Seat Belt, Safety Frame or Roll Bar Instruments and Controls Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine Parking Brake Foot Controls Transmission...

  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    This warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of the defective parts as set forth herein and is the only warranty given by Escorts Limited and is in lieu of any and every warranty of every kind either expressed or...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    To maintain the quality and performance originally designed into your emission certified engine, it is recommended that only replacement parts supplied by Escorts Limited be used for maintenance or repairs. The use of parts not supplied by Escort Limited does not invalidate the warranty on other components unless the use of such parts causes damage to warranted parts.
  • Page 5 Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of equipment/engine or commercial loss. Equipment with altered or disconnected hourmeter where the hours cannot be determined. Equipment not sold by Escorts Limited in United States or normally operated outside the United States. 10. Non defective parts replaced by other that Escorts Limited’s Dealers.
  • Page 6 A comprehensive index is provided at the back of the Manual in Section D. Escorts Limited has a Company policy of continuous improvement and development. Designs, materials and/or specifications are subject to change without notice and without any liability whatsoever.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A careful operator is the best operator. Most accidents can be avoided by observing certain precautions to prevent the possibility of injury or damage. The following precautions should be taken to help prevent accidents. Read them carefully before operating your new Farmtrac tractor. THE TRACTOR 11.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS manufacturer’s handbook. Certain implements on the highway. require special operating techniques. When operating in the field unlock the brake pedals. Reduce speed before turning or applying the brakes. SERVICING THE TRACTOR Brake both the wheels simultaneously when making Keep the tractor and equipment, particularly brakes an emergency stop.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Work out of doors or in a well ventilated area. 14. Precaution should be taken to ensure that stored fuel is kept free of dirt, water, etc. Dust found on the tractor or produced during work on the tractor should be removed by 15.
  • Page 10 U N I V E R S A L S Y M B O L S As a guide to the operation of your tractor, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments, controls, switches and fuse box. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning. Alternator/Dynamo Headlight dipped Slow or low setting...

  • Page 11: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS WARNING WARNING AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY Pull only from drawbar. Pulling OR DEATH FROM A from other points can cause rear MACHINE RUNAWAY overturn. 1. Do not start engine by shorting Do not operate with unshielded PTO. across starter terminals.
  • Page 12 SECTION A C O N T R O L S , I N S T R U M E N T S and OPERATION The following pages in this section detail the location and function of the various instruments, switches and controls on your tractor.

  • Page 13: Instruments And Controls

    CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION not use solvents, bleach or dye on the belt as a these chemicals will weaken the webbing. Replace the belt when it shows signs of fraying, damage or general wear. If your tractor is fitted with a safety frame or roll bar, it must be maintained in a serviceable condition.
  • Page 14 SECTION A 2A. Single Instrument Cluster 2B. Instrument Panel (Steering wheel removed) Tachometer Engine coolant temperature gauge Engine Stop Control Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light Tractor Light Switch Fuel Gauge Key Start Switch LH Turn Signal Indicator Horn Switch RH Turn Signal Indicator Hand Throttle Battery Charging Indicator Turn Signal Indicator Switch...

  • Page 15: Starting The Engine

    CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE Key-Start Switch The key operated switch actuates the starting motor. A five-position key-start switch is installed on all the See ‘Starting The Engine’ for the correct operating tractors. For starting in temperatures down to –18 procedure.

  • Page 16: Stopping The Engine

    SECTION A Connect one end of the black jump lead to the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal and the other end to a suitable projection on the tractor engine block. Follow the starting procedure previously described. When the engine starts allow it to run at idle speed, turn on all electrical equipment (Lights etc.) then, disconnect the jump leads in the reverse order to the connecting procedure.

  • Page 17: Foot Controls

    CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION Foot Brakes The foot brake pedals, Figure 5, activate the rear wheel brakes and may be operated independently, to aid turning in confined spaces or together for normal stopping. When operating in the field, the brake pedals may be unlocked.

  • Page 18: Transmission

    SECTION A Avoid overloading the engine. Operating in too high a TRANSMISSION gear under heavy load may cause excessive engine overloading. Overloading occurs when the engine will The transmission is of the constant mesh type and has not respond to a throttle increase. eight forward and two reverse speed ratios.
  • Page 19 CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION IMPORTANT : After attaching mounted equipment carefully raise and lower them using Position Control Lever and check clearances and P.T.O. shaft slide range / articulation. When attaching trailed equipment, ensure the drawbar is correctly set. WARNING : Do not approach or work on the P.T.O.

  • Page 20: Hydraulic System

    SECTION A To operate Live P.T.O., start the engine, fully depress Hang a chain or lean an iron bar against the tractor the clutch and pull the P.T.O. selector lever, Figure 9, to earth static electricity. rearwards to engage the P.T.O. Start the engine and engage the P.T.O.
  • Page 21 CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION WARNING: Do not transport or attach equipment when the hydraulic system is in Draft Control Use position Control for these operations. Always lower hydraulic equipment to the ground before stopping the tractor. Draft Control Operation Move the Draft Control Lever in the quadrant to find the point near the center where the lift links neither raise nor lower.
  • Page 22 SECTION A Draft Control operation with Position Control Tilt the Flow Control Valve Rocker, Figure 13, rearward for the maximum rate of correction and forward for the Position Control may be used together with the Draft minimum correction rate. The rate of oil flow (correction) Control as follows: of the hydraulic system is infinitely variable between Set the Position Control Lever at the maximum desired...
  • Page 23 CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION WARNING : Before disconnecting remote Pull the Draft Control Lever back to the neutral position, cylinders, ensure the implement is fully lowered i.e., when the three-point linkage neither raises nor and push the A.S.C. valve knob (where fitted) fully in. lowers.
  • Page 24 SECTION A The in board (left hand) spool of double-spool valves device because it may drop if the control is actuated has a ‘quick drop’ facility. This feature eliminates system (even with the engine stopped) or in the event of failure, back pressure and will assure the gravity return of a etc.

  • Page 25: Three Point Linkage

    CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION Do not operate the tractor unless the ‘quick-drop’ valve is either fully closed (in) or fully open (out). THREE-POINT LINKAGE AND TRAILED EQUIPMENT Before attaching equipment to your tractor study the whole of the following text: Ensure the check chains are adjusted to suit the equipment.
  • Page 26 SECTION A IMPORTANT : The right-hand lift rod is adjusted by means of a crank When attaching mounted or semi- handle on the levelling box. See Figures 18 & 19. mounted equipment to the three-point linkage or when coupling trailed equipment to the drawbar, ensure that The levelling box as shown in Figure 19 is fitted on there is adequate clearance between the implement and tractors in territories where ROPS is also installed.
  • Page 27 CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION Internal Check Chains (where fitted) or greater than the gross weight of the implement to be towed by the tractor. This will restrain the implement Internal check chains are installed to control lateral if the hitch pin is displaced. movement of equipment connected to the three-point linkage.

  • Page 28: Track Adjustment

    SECTION A Swinging Drawbar Locating Points Fixed Drawbar Clevis Positions 1. Clevis in high position 2. Clevis in low position See the following table for hitch point position and maximum permissible static downward load. SWINGING DRAWBAR (where fitted) P.T.O. Shaft to The Swinging Drawbar which is retained by a single Hitch Point Maximum Static...
  • Page 29 CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION Front Axle Extension (left-hand side) Steering Spindle 1. Securing bolt 3. Center beam 1. Toe-in marks 2. Axle outer section Tractors fitted with mechanical steering With reference to Figure 29, remove the nuts, bolts and Tractors fitted with Hydrostatic Steering spacers securing the left and right-hand axle extensions With reference to Figure 29, remove the nuts, bolts and to the center beam.
  • Page 30 SECTION A Toe-in measurement Tighten the axle extension bolts to 115 lbf. ft. (160 Nm) and the disc to hub nuts to 82 lbf. ft. (111 Nm.). Recheck If the Toe-in alignment marks on the spindle arms and the torque setting after every 50 hours of operation. axle sections are not visible, or replacement parts have NOTE : Ensure an equal number of notches are exposed been installed, use the following procedure to determine...

  • Page 31: Tractor Weighing

    CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION REAR WHEEL TRACK ADJUSTMENT Disc/Rim Position Track Width Rear wheel track adjustment is effected by changing the wheel rim relative to the center disc, the rim and/or the disc relative to the axle hub or by interchanging the rear wheels.
  • Page 32 SECTION A Cast Iron weights When a rear mounted implement is raised to the transport position, the weight on the front wheels should be at least 20% of total tractor weight. Up to three cast iron weights may be added to each Add additional front end ballast, as required, for stability rear wheel.

  • Page 33: Tire Inflation

    CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION NOTE : When filling tires with a calcium chloride water solution the valve should be at the highest point on the wheel. If the tire contains liquid ballast, the valve should be at the lowest point when checking or adjusting air pressure.
  • Page 34 SECTION A cause a serious injury. Do not put any part of your body under the tractor or start the engine while the tractor is on the jack. After seating the beads, adjust inflation pressure to the recommended operating pressure. Never hit a tire or rim with a hammer.
  • Page 35 CONTROL, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATION N O T E S...
  • Page 36 SECTION B L U B R I C A T I O N and MAINTENANCE This section gives full details of the service procedures necessary to maintain your tractor at peak efficiency while the lubrication and maintenance chart on page 2 provides a ready reference to these requirements. In addition to the regular service operations listed, the following items should be checked every 10 hours or daily during the first 50 hours of operation : Engine oil level...

  • Page 37: Lubrication And Maintenance

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART The numbers in the second column refer to the Operation umbers contained in the following pages of this section. In some instances, illustrations are not considered necessary in order to carry out the service operation and are therefore omitted.
  • Page 38 SECTION B Service Requirements Hours Operation Operated Every 2500 Fuel Injection Pump - Oil hours Every 3000 Fuel Injectors hours @ 54. Engine Cooling System See Notes As Required 55 - 62. General Maintenance NOTES: Grease daily when operating in wet land conditions. The first change of the filter should be done at 50 hours of usage and all subsequent changes after every 300 hours.
  • Page 39 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Access Panels Figure ‘C’ - Radiator Grille It is necessary to remove various panels to gain access For additional access to the horn (where fitted), air to certain service items. cleaner, oil cooler, radiator matrix and grille mounted headlamps (where fitted), remove the radiator grille.
  • Page 40 SECTION B Operation 3 - Radiator Matrix Clean the radiator matrix with compressed air not exceeding 100 psi. (7 bar). Any matrix blocked with oily substances may be cleaned with a detergent solution, preferably applied with a high pressure washer. Operation 4 - Air Pre-Cleaner (where fitted) Loosen the knurled nut and remove the cover and bowl assembly.
  • Page 41 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Operation 5 - Oil Bath Air Cleaner (where Operation 6. Dry Air Cleaner Dust Collector fitted) (where fitted) A rubber dust collector protrudes beneath the Dry Air Cleaner body. Periodically, pinch the dust collector which will open and discharge any accumulated dust. Operation 7 - Air Cleaner Outer Element (where fitted) Raise the radiator cowling and extract the outer element...
  • Page 42 SECTION B Operation 11 - Fuel Filters EVERY 50 HOURS carry out the preceding checks plus the following: Loosen the bleed screw on each filter in turn and loosen the drain plug to allow contaminated fuel to drain. Repeat more frequently during conditions of high condensation. Operation 8 - Tires Check and adjust the front and rear tire pressure and inspect the tread and side walls for damage.
  • Page 43 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION : See Section C for correct oil grade. Do not use a open flame to check the electrolyte level. Wear eye protection when charging the battery or starting the engine with a slave battery. NOTE : In some territories, maintenance free batteries are fitted on the Farmtrac tractors.
  • Page 44 SECTION B 14. Brake Actuator Mechanism 17. Front Wheel Spindless There is a grease fitting on both front wheel spindles. 15. Clutch pedal Pivot 18. Front Wheel Hubs Grease the hubs of both front wheels daily when operating in adverse conditions. 16.
  • Page 45 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE EVERY 100 HOURS carry out the preceding checks plus the following : Operation 23 - Fuel Injection Pump Oil Level Remove the Fuel Injection Pump Drain Plug, Figure 20, and check the oil level. If necessary, add oil from the Filler Plug and wait till the excess oil drains out.
  • Page 46 SECTION B 23. Engine (right-hand side) 25. Hydraulic Oil Filter Filler plug 1. Oil filter Operation 29 – Footbrake Adjustment Operation 27 - Transmission Oil Level Release the brake pedal locking latch. Disconnect the brake linkage by removing the split pin. Jack up one Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth.
  • Page 47 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING : Owners should be aware of local regulations concerning the brake system Regularly maintain the brakes to ensure compliance with the law and ensure your safety. If in doubt, contact your Authorized Dealer. Operation 30 – Fan/Alternator Belt Tension 28.
  • Page 48 SECTION B 29. Dry Air Cleaner (Where fitted) 31. Oil Bath Air Cleaner Outer element Inner cup Mesh screen Bowl Clean the inner cup and bowl and refill to the level mark Operation 35. Oil Bath Air Cleaner (where with fresh engine oil. Do not fill above the level mark. fitted) Raise the bowl/filter assembly up to the air cleaner body Remove the air cleaner bowl and inner cup as...
  • Page 49 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Remove the complete wheel and hub assembly and Examine the starter pinion for clutch dust extract the seal and inner bearing. Thoroughly clean all contamination and, if necessary, brush clean with a parts in a suitable solvent and allow to dry. solution of 75% paraffin (kerosene) and 25% lubricating oil.
  • Page 50 SECTION B In the firing stroke, both valves of No. 1 Cylinder will be Re-fill the Fuel Tank and bleed the fuel system as closed. In this condition, check and adjust the following described in Operation 44. valves: Operation 42 - Fuel Filter (Primary) NO.
  • Page 51 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Using clean fuel, wash out the filter bowl. Install a new filter element and gaskets and re-install the bowl. Open the fuel shut-off valve and bleed the system as described in Operation 44. EVERY 900 HOURS carry out the preceding checks plus the following check : Operation 43 - Fuel Filter (secondary) Close the fuel tank shut-off valve, Figure 37, by turning...
  • Page 52 SECTION B Operation 45 - Hydrostatic steering oil filter (where fitted) Disconnect the pipes at the unions (2) and (3), see Figure 41 .Remove the bolt (1), ease the reservoir casing rearwards and catch the oil in a suitable container. 43.
  • Page 53 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Operation 48 - Transmission Oil Operation 49 - Belt Pulley Oil (where fitted) With the oil hot, remove the drain plug, Figure 45, from Remove the combined level-filler plug and drain the oil the bottom of the transmission housing and allow the by removing the belt pulley to rear axle securing bolts oil to drain.
  • Page 54 SECTION B If any fluid is injected into the skin, obtain medical attention immediately or gangrene may result. IMPORTANT : Before loosening or disconnecting any part of the fuel injection system, thoroughly clean the area to be worked on. Loosen the injector pipe connections at the injection pump end.
  • Page 55 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING : Antifreeze solution is irritating to • Excessive engine temperature. eyes and skin. Adhere to the precautions outlined on the antifreeze container. It is recommended that this service be carried out by an Authorized Dealer or injector specialist only. Avoid contact with eyes or prolonged and repeated skin contact COOLING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 56 SECTION B Operation 55 - Headlight Bulb Replacement After draining, flush the cooling system with clean water via the radiator filler. After flushing, close the engine In some territories, the headlights are mounted block drain plug and the radiator drain cock (if radiator externally on the side of the radiator cowling.
  • Page 57 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Operation 59 – Alternator Service Precautions Remove the radiator grille, detach the connection socket and remove the three nuts and washers securing the headlamp frame to the grille. Remove the three screws To avoid damage to the alternator charging system, securing the lamp unit to the frame.
  • Page 58 SECTION B Figure 54. Foot Accelerator Adjustments Upper ball stud Locknut Maximum speed Idle speed position Injection pump linkage Lower ball stud Locknut Maximum speed position Idle speed position 10. Foot accelerator linkage 11. Maximum speed position 12. Idle Speed position •...
  • Page 59 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE N O T E S...
  • Page 60 SECTION C S P E C I F I C A T I O N S The specification on the following pages are given for your information and guidance. For further information concerning your tractor and equipment, consult your Authorized Dealer. Whereever a specific model is not mentioned, the data applies on all models.

  • Page 61: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL DIMENSIONS Height to top of exhaust 85.4 (cm.) (217.4) Ground clearance under transmission 12.2 (cm.) (31.0) Ground clearance under front axle 14.0 (cm.) (35.6) Width at minimum track 57.8 (across rear tires) (cm.) (146.9) Width at maximum track 85.8 (across rear tires) (cm.)
  • Page 62 SECTION C Displacement Farmtrac 60 (3147) Farmtrac 45 (2868) Compression ratio 16.3 : 1 Firing order 1-2-3 Idle Speed rev/min 600 - 700 Rated Speed rev/min 2000 Tappet clearance (cold) 0.014 - 0.018 (mm.) (0.36 - 0.46) Exhaust 0.017 - 0.021 (mm.) (0.43 - 0.53) COOLING SYSTEM...
  • Page 63 SPECIFICATIONS Transmission P.T.O. Type Single Dry Plate Plate diameter (cm.) Live P.T.O. Type Double Dry Plates Transmission plate dia (cm.) P.T.O. Plate dia. (cm.) (21) Engine speed for 540 rpm PTO speed Transmission P.T.O. rev/min 1600 Live P.T.O. rev/min 1800 FUEL SYSTEM Injection pump type In-line (flange-mounted)
  • Page 64 SECTION C BRAKES Type Dry disc Disc Diameter 9.0/6.0 (cm) (22.9/15.3) No. of discs 2 per side Total friction area 155.5 (1003) Pedal free travel 1.0 - 1.25 (mm.) (25 - 32) ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Alternator 12V, 35 or 55 Amp Alternator with integral regulator with integral regulator Battery*...
  • Page 65 SPECIFICATIONS LUBRICANTS Component Lubricent Specification Steering Box M2C94-A, M2C86-B, or M2C159-B Blet Pully M2C86-B or M2C159-B Front Wheel Bearings M1C175-A/B or MIC137-B and Lubrication Fittings Transmission M2C86-B or M2C159-B Rear Axle M2C86-B or M2C159-B Engine M2C121-C, D or E Engine Oil Choose the correct viscosity grade from the chart on the right.
  • Page 66 SECTION C FRONT TIRE PRESSURE AND PERMISSIBLE LOADS The following charts give the carrying capacity of the axle at the tire pressures indicated: Inflation Pressure - lbf/in Tire Size Load Capacity per axle - lb 6.00 - 16 1710 1830 1960 2060 2250...
  • Page 67 SPECIFICATIONS ROAD SPEEDS The following chart shows the road speeds for tractors fitted with 14.9×28 rear tires. Gear Miles per hour (kmph) Engines Speed (rev/min) 1000 1600 1800 2000 0.88 (1.42) 1.41 (2.28) 1.58 (2.55) 1.76 (2.84) 1.14 (1.84) 1.76 (2.84) 1.98 (3.19) 2.20 (3.55) 1.93 (3.11)
  • Page 68 SECTION C The following chart shows the road speeds for tractors fitted with 12.4-28 rear tires. Gear Miles per hour (kmph) Engines Speed (rev/min) 1000 1600 1800 2000 0.82 (1.33) 1.33 (2.14) 1.49 (2.40) 1.66 (2.67) 1.07 (1.73) 1.66 (2.67) 1.86 (3.00) 2.07 (3.34) 1.81 (2.92)
  • Page 69 SPECIFICATIONS N O T E S...
  • Page 70 SECTION D I N D E X Section and Page No Access Panels ......................B4 Air Cleaner ........................B6/7, B12/13 Alternator ........................B18 Air Restriction warning light ..................A/4 Attaching P.T.O. Driven Equipment ................A7/8 Auxiliary Service Control Valve ..................A11/12/13 Battery .........................
  • Page 71 INDEX Fan/Alternator Belt Tension ..................B12 Federal Emission Warranty ..................iii Foot Accelerator ......................A6, B23 Foot Brakes ......................... A6, B11, C5 Foot Controls ....................... A6, B23 Front Wheel Bearings ....................B13 Front & Rear Wheel Nuts ..................... B7 Front Wheel Track Adjustment ..................A17/18/19 Fuel Filter ........................
  • Page 72 SECTION D Radiator Coolant Level ....................B5 Radiator ........................B4/5 Rear Axle Oil Level ...................... B7, B17 Rear Wheel Track Adjustment ..................A20 Road Speeds ....................... A4, C8/9 Roll Bar/Safety Frame ....................viii, A2, B12 Running in Procedure ....................A7 Safety Chain ........................

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