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- Page 1 CT325/333 COMPACT TRACTOR OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES Ransomes Way, Ipswich, England, IP3 9QG Publication No. 24079G (rev.0) (RSJ 001 071997)
- Page 3 For your convenience, have your dealer record the numbers in the appropriate spaces below. RANSOMES policy is one of continuous improvement, and the right to change prices, specification or equipment at any time without notice is reserved.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS .................. 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................4-5 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ............... 6-13 SEAT AND ROPS ....................6 LIGHTING ........................ 7 INSTRUMENT PANEL ................... 7-9 THROTTLE CONTROLS ..................9 BRAKE CONTROLS ....................10 DIFFERENTIAL CONTROL ..................10 MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION AND PTO CONTROLS ........10-12 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROLS .......... -
Page 5: International Symbols
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your tractor, various international symbols have been utilised on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning. Engine speed Glow Control lever operating direction Hours recorded Engine stop Rock shaft... -
Page 6: Safety Precautions
If your tractor is not equipped with a roll bar and seat belt, see your RANSOMES Tractor Dealer. Always use the Some components on your tractor, such as gaskets and seat belt. -
Page 7: Safety Precautions
SAFETY FRAME (ROPS) OPERATING THE PTO If your RANSOMES Tractor is equipped with a safety frame it must be maintained in a serviceable condition. Be careful when driving When operating P.T.O driven equipment, shut off the engine through doorways or working in confined spaces with low headroom. -
Page 8: Controls And Instruments
TRACTOR SEAT that you equip your tractor with a Roll Over Your RANSOMES Tractor is equipped with a Protective Structure (ROPS). ROPS are effective in suspension seat as shown in Figure 1. The seat is reducing injuries during tractor over-turn accidents. -
Page 9: Lighting
LIGHT SWITCH FLASHER WARNING LAMP The light switch, shown in Figure 4, is a pull type Your RANSOMES tractor is equipped with flasher switch. lts positions are warning lights, Figure 3. The switch, Figure 4 for the 1 st position OFF”... - Page 10 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS The starting circuit can only be activated when the that it points straight up and down. To close the fuel clutch pedal is. fully depressed and P.T.O. control shutoff valve, move the handle to the horizontal lever and MID P.T.O. control lever (if equipped) are position.
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Page 11: Throttle Controls
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS • The hours and portions of hours your tractor throttle forward to increase engine rpm. Pull the has operated, based on an average engine throttle rearward to decrease engine rpm. Turning speed of 1867 rpm. Engine speeds below 1 the key switch to the “OFF”... -
Page 12: Brake Controls
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS BRAKE CONTROLS DIFFERENTIAL CONTROL BRAKE PEDALS DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL The brake pedals are shown in Figure 9. The right The differential lock pedal is shown in Figure 10. brake pedal is used to brake the right rear wheel. Depressing the pedal locks the rear axle shafts The left pedal is used to brake the left rear wheel. - Page 13 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS Figure 11. A diagram showing the shift pattern is shown on the bezel around the gear shift lever. Range selector is located at the left-hand side of the seat, Figure 12. Three forward and one reverse speed are provided for each of the three ranges. This provides a total of 9 forward and 3 reverse speeds.
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Page 14: Hydrostatic Transmission Controls
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS Releasing the pedal returns the transmission to Neutral, and stops the tractor, unless the H.S.T speed control lever is in the “LOCK” position. H.S.T.SPEED CONTROL LEVER The H.S.T speed control lever, Figure 17, may be used to maintain a constant forward speed when desired. -
Page 15: Hydraulic Lift System Controls
Two types of remote control valves are available for lever to a pre-set position in the quadrant. To raise your RANSOMES Tractor. A single and/or double the lift arms, pull lever rearward. The flow control spool valve is available to operate one or two... -
Page 16: Operation
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES Depress the clutch pedal fully, move the shift levers to the neutral position and P.T.O. lever Your RANSOMES Tractor will provide long and to OFF” position. dependable service if given proper care during the Move the hand throttle forward to a near full 50 hour break-in period During the first 50 hours of open position. -
Page 17: Stopping The Engine
OPERATION WARNING: Do not use ether with the STOPPING THE ENGINE thermostat starting aid. Pull the hand throttle fully rearward and turn the key switch, Figure 20 to the “OFF” position to stop the engine NOTE: A coolant immersion heater which provides for easier starting in temperatures below O°F (-17.7°C) by warming the engine oil and coolant is IMPORTANT: Failure to turn the key switch to the... - Page 18 OPERATION When operating the range selector lever, place the H.S.T. foot pedal in Neutral position or depress the clutch pedal. If it is difficult to engage, slightly depress the H.S.T. foot pedal, and operate the clutch pedal for smooth engagement. Never engage or disengage the range selector when the tractor is in motion.
- Page 19 OPERATION FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE WARNING: Always use the drawbar or The four-wheel drive is engaged and disengaged lower links in the lowered position for through the use of the lever on the top left-hand side pull-type work. of the transmission, Figure 12. To engage the four-wheel drive, depress the clutch pedal fully and move the four-wheel drive lever fully POWER TAKE-OFF...
- Page 20 OPERATION P. T. 0. SHIELD AND CAP • Disengage the P.T.O. with the P.T.O. The P.T.O. shield, shown in Figure 25, is standard control lever, Figure 15. equipment. The shield is to be used with both mounted and pull-type equipment. The •...
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Page 21: Towingthetractor
OPERATION 9. Reinstall the P.T.O. shaft cap when the P.1.0.- driven equipment is disconnected from the tractor or when the P.T.O. is not being used WARNING: To avoid inadvertent movement of P.T.O. implement, disengage P.T.O. after each use. TOWING THE TRACTOR To tow your tractor, place the transmission gearshift levers in neutral Do not exceed 1 2 mph (20 kph) Do not tow your tractor to start it... -
Page 22: Operating The Hydraulic Lift System
OPERATION OPERATING THE HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM SINGLE LEVER HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM (STANDARD) The hydraulic lift system provides accurate, smooth, and instant hydraulic power for raising a variety of compatible equipment whenever the engine is running. The position control feature of the system maintains the selected height or depth of three point linkage equipment in relation to the tractor. - Page 23 HYDRAULIC LIFT ROCKER RANSOMES tractors having the Hydraulic Draft The hydraulic lift rocker, Figure 29, has two holes for Control option are equipped with two lever hydraulic attaching the upper link. Attach the link in the lower lift control systems.
- Page 24 The lever in detented in the neutral and work position. If the lever is raised to lift the implement it Your RANSOMES Tractor can be equipped with a will automatically return to neutral when released single and/or double spool remote control valves.
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Page 25: Driving The Tractor
OPERATION OPERATING HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD BLOCK • Keep the tractor in gear when going down hill. The hydraulic Manifold Block is provided to supply Use a low gear to maintain control with mm hydraulic oil to equipment such as a front loader, mum braking. -
Page 26: Wheel Tread Settings
If necessary, readjust eliminate tight or loose chain. Safety chains and suitable hardware are available from your RANSOMES Tractor dealer. WHEEL TREAD SETTINGS FRONT WHEEL TREAD SETTINGS The front wheel tread setting is non-adjustable... -
Page 27: Tractor Weighting
OPERATION REAR WHEEL TREAD SETTING The rear wheels on the RANSOMES CT325 / CT333 are adjustable from 39 2to 53 in (99 5-134.5 cm) on the standard adjustable rear wheels. Tread width settings are made on the adjustable rear wheels by changing the position of the rim with... - Page 28 Cast iron weights are a factory installed option or speed on rough terrain. Reduce tractor speed and are available as accessories from your RANSOMES exercise caution under these conditions. Tractor Dealer Weights can be mounted on the front...
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Page 29: Tyre Pressures
OPERATION • Do not inflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously under-inflated until the tire has been inspected for damage by a qualified person. • When checking tire pressure, inspect the tire for damaged side walls and tread cuts. Neglected damage will lead to early tire failure. -
Page 30: Operation
OPERATION • Do not put any part or your body under the • Refer to tractor weighting section before tractor or start the engine while the tractor is adding ballast to the Tyres. on the jack. • Torque lug nuts to specification after reinstalling wheel. -
Page 31: Lubrication And Maintenance
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART-RANSOMES CT325 / CT333 TWO-WHEEL DRIVE... - Page 32 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART - RANSOMES CT325 / CT333 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE t l i y l i c i l t l i t l e . T . r t r t l i t l i t l i...
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Page 33: Fuel And Lubricants
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Today’s new fuels or blends are frequently more FUEL AND LUBRICANTS volatile and there is a need to handle them carefully. DIESEL FUEL Furthermore, some of the blends are dangerous and Type of fuel to use should not be used at all. When operating in temperatures above 2O°F (- The following new or blended fuels are becoming 6.7°C), use diesel fuel oil No. - Page 34 Always tighten the fuel tank cap securely. result in serious injury. • If the original equipment fuel tank cap is lost, always replace it with a RANSOMES FUEL STORAGE approved cap. A will-fit cap may not be safe. Extremely small clearances exist between the fuel •...
- Page 35 GREASE WITH LITHIUM SOAP LUBRICANT STORAGE NOTE: Use the following chart to determine which Your RANSOMES Tractor is equipped with lubricant SAE Grade engine oil to use: filters to protect vital points from damage caused by In areas where prolonged periods of extreme...
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Page 36: Fuel And Lubricant Service Procedures
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Barrels of lubricant should be kept under cover, 3. Install the oil filler cap. preferably in a clean, dry place, and should be clearly marked to indicate the lubricant which they contain. When a barrel is kept in an exposed location, it should be tilted to allow any moisture to run away from the filler cap. - Page 37 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: More frequent engine oil and filter changes are recommended if the tractor is operated for extended periods of time at maximum rated power and speed. Under such conditions, or other types of continued severe operating conditions, the engine oil and the engine oil filter should be changed at 70 hour intervals.
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Page 38: Air Cleaner
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Bleed the fuel system as follows Injector Lines: Bleed the injector lines if the tractor has run out of fuel, if new injectors have been WARNING: Fuel oil in the injection installed, or if the injection pump has been removed system is under high pressure and can for service repairs. - Page 39 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Remove wing nut holding filter element and and undamaged. A bright spot of light indicates the remove filter element from body. element is damaged, and a new element must be installed. Pat sides of element with palm of hand to Change the element after six cleanings or once a remove dust trapped in the pleats.
- Page 40 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE POWER STEERING Checking Oil Level: Check the oil level every 50 hours With the tractor standing level and the engine off, check the oil level with the dipstick, Figure 49. The oil is at the correct level when the oil level is between the mark and the lower end of the dipstick.
- Page 41 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FILTER The hydraulic system is equipped with a spin-on type oil filter, Figure 50. Replace the filter after the first 50 hours of operation and every 300 hours thereafter following the procedure below. Figure 51 - H.S.T. System Oil Filter LUBRICATION FITTINGS The following lubrication points (refer to the Lubrication Chart, page 29 or 30) require the...
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Page 42: General Maintenance
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE To Drain the System Remove the radiator cap and open the drain COOLING SYSTEM valve along R.H. tractor frame. This valve will The cooling system in your SHIBAU RA Tractor has drain radiator and engine block, Figure 52. been filled with one year life antifreeze After the coolant has drained, place a water To obtain maximum efficiency and service life from... - Page 43 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Do not remove the thermostat in an attempt to improve the cooling. This will cause the engine to run below normal working temperatures, resulting in excessive engine wear. If it ever becomes necessary to install a new thermostat, it should be positioned in the recess of the water outlet connection so that the heat element (spring end) will be in the cylinder head of he...
- Page 44 Remove them from the injection pump to 58-61 lbs. ft. (78-83 N.m). tractor engine and have them serviced by your RANSOMES Tractor Dealer. lnstall the leak-off line. Tighten the leak-off line nuts to 22-36 lbs. ft. (29-49 N.m).
- Page 45 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE To shorten outer cable release the adjusting Install the rocker arm cover. Use a new screw of throttle wire. gasket if the old one is damaged. Tighten the cover bolts evenly. Use the same procedure for adjusting maximum speed on the foot throttle.
- Page 46 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Never attach chains, WARNING: When the alternator is ropes, or cables to the ROPS or Cab charging, an explosive gas is produced for pulling purposes ; this will cause the inside the battery. Therefore, always tractor to tip backward. Always pull check the electrolyte level with the from the tractor drawbar.
- Page 47 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE HEADLAMP Should a headlamp failure occur, the bulb must be replaced. To change the bulb Pull up the connector and socket from the housing, Figure 61. Take of the spring Remove the bulb. Fit a new bulb and install the spring, socket and connector.
- Page 48 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE • When checking tire pressure, inspect the tyre for damaged side walls and tread cuts. Neglected damage will lead to early tyre failure. WARNING: Inflating or servicing Tyres can be dangerous. Trained personnel should be called to service and/or mount Tyres when possible.
- Page 49 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE • Torque lug nuts to specification after FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN reinstalling wheel. Check lug nut torque daily Front wheel toe-in adjustments on your tractor were until torque stabilises. made at the factory. Normally, the wheels maintain their toe-in ; however, an occasional check should •...
- Page 50 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Figure 65 - Brake Pedal Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment If the parking brake lever travel becomes excessive or the parking brake efficiency is reduced, adjust the parking brake, as follows: Check and if necessary, adjust the foot Figure 64 - Checking Toe-In brakes, as previously described.
- Page 51 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CLUTCH PEDAL ADJUSTMENT The oil is at the correct level when the oil To obtain maximum clutch life, it is essential that level is between the mark and lower end of the clutch pedal free travel be checked every 50 the dipstick.
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Page 52: Tractor Storage
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE TRACTOR STORAGE Tractors that are to be stored for an extended period should be protected during storage. The following is a suggested list of operations to be carried out Thoroughly clean the tractor. Use touch-up paint where necessary to prevent rust. Check the tractor for worn or damaged parts. - Page 53 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE • Fill the fuel tank with No. 1 diesel fuel. Tractors that have been placed in storage should be completely serviced in the following manner before IMPORTANT: Do not use No.2 diesel fuel for using winter storage because of wax separation and setting at low temperature.
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Page 54: General Torque Specification Table
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS... - Page 55 RANSOMES Tractor Dealer Properly Maintained Equipment is Safe Equipment “RANSOMES whose policy is one of continuous improvement, reserves the right, to make changes in design and specifications at any time without notice and without obligation to modify units previously built,”...
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Page 56: Specifications
Water Pump Belt Type ......... Diesel Deflection ......... 7/16 to 9/16 Number of Cylinders ....3 (10-15 mm) CT325 CT333 when 20-25 lbs. Bore ....2.83 in (7.2cm) ..2.95 in (7.5cm) (9-11 kg) Thumb Stroke ..... 2.83 in (7.2 cm) ..2.83 in (7.2 cm) Force is Applied Displacement . - Page 57 Front Wheel ......49 - 62 lbs. ft. Disc to Hub 66 - 83 Nm Rear Wheel Disc to Rim and Disc to Axle ....... 137 - 159 lbs. ft. Horsepower PTO CT325 CT333 186 - 215 Nm Observed ........19.7 26.0 ROPS ATTACHING BOLT TOROUES HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM ROPS to Fender (Ml 2) ....
- Page 58 Top of ROPS 90.7 in. (230.5 cm) Weight (W/ROPS) (Less Options) Top of Vertical 80.9 in. CT325 2280 lbs. Exhaust (205.5 cm) (1034 kg.) CT325 HST 2380 lbs. Width: 53.0 in. 1079 kg.) (134.5 cm) CT333 HST 2580 lbs. (1170 kg)
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Page 59: Safety Decals
SAFETY DECALS In the event that decals become damaged or illegible, they should be replaced with new decals at their original position. Replacement decals are available from your RANSOMES Tractor Dealer. CAUTION - Battery PART NO. - SBA-390193110 LOCATION - Inside of front hood... - Page 60 SAFETY DECALS WARNING - TO JUMP START PART NO - SBA-490990571 LOCATION - Inside of hood WARNING - Keep hands and clothing away from rotating fan . PART NO. - SBA-390191352 LOCATION - Rear of radiator. WARNING - Caution for road running PART NO.
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Page 61: Instruction Decals
INSTRUCTION DECALS Mid P. T. O. Control Lever P.T.O. Control Lever PARTNO. - SBA-390171g50 PART NO. - SBA-3g0171940 LOCATION - Left & below seat LOCATION - Left & below seat- right of control right of control Differential Lock PART NO. - SBA-390191690 LOCATION - Above pedal below Seat Range Selector Lever - Hydrostatic PART NO. - Page 62 INSTRUCTION DECALS Starter Switch PART NO. SBA-390194290 LOCATION Starter Switch right side of instrument panel Ground Speed Diagram - Single PTO Ground Speed Diagram - Multi PTO PART NO. - SBA-390171920 PART NO. - SBA-390172320 LOCATION - Centre of L. H. fender LOCATION - Centre of L.
- Page 63 INSTRUCTION DECALS HYD Manifold Operation See Operator S Manual PART NO - SBA-390192850 Row Control valve LOCATION - R H side of Hyd. Manifold PART NO. - SBA-390370290 LOCATION - Top of flow control knob Hydraulic Lift Control Lever PART NO. - SBA-390370280 LOCATION - Centre of R.
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Page 64: Instruction Decals
INSTRUCTION DECALS USAGE - Tractors that are to be stored PART NO, - SBA-390190300 LOCATION - On plastic block Lubrication and Maintenance Intervals PART NO. - SBA-390194651 LOCATION - On inside of hood Installing Pedal Spacer PART NO. - SBA-390190290 LOCATION - On plastic block... - Page 65 NOTES...
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Page 67: Predelivery And 50-Hour Service
PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK AND ADJUST AS REQUIRED PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE SAFETY ITEMS CHECKS OPERATIVE SERVICE CHECKS CHECK AND ADJUST AS REQUIRED All operating checks are to be performed with INOPERATIVE SERVICE CHECKS the tractor at normal operating temperature 1. Tire pressure ......... 1. - Page 69 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK AND ADJUST AS REQUIRED PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE SAFETY ITEMS CHECKS OPERATIVE SERVICE CHECKS CHECK AND ADJUST AS REQUIRED All operating checks are to be performed with INOPERATIVE SERVICE CHECKS the tractor at normal operating temperature 1. Tire pressure ......... 1.
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