Holder C Series User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
C series

Contents C250 ... C370
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Contents
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Title 1
Preface 10
General information on service 11
Explanations of the terms used 12
Information about the vehicle 13
Intended use 13
Location for use 13
Impermissible use 14
Residual dangers, residual risks 14
Warning 15
EC conformity declaration in compliance
with EC Directive 2006/42/EC 16
Information about disposal 16
Positions of the safety symbols 17
Information on operation 18
Driving license 18
Overview of driving permit classes 18
Safety rules 22
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Safety rules in general 22
Work clothing 22
Safety instruction for retrofitting 23
Gearbox oil, engine oil, diesel fuel 24
Hydraulic fluid, brake fluid 25
Battery acid 26
Emissions 27
Exhaust gas 27
Battery 27
Heat 27
Working in the vicinity of overhead power
lines 28
Cab 28
Technical Data 30
Vehicle dimensions/dimension sketch C250,
C270 30
Dimensions C250, C270 32
Axle loads 34
Permissible gross weight 36
Tyres 37

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Track widths 38
Theoretical road speed 39
Engine technical data 40
Assemblies: Drive 41
Assemblies: Hydraulics 42
Assemblies: brakes, lifts 43
Assemblies: Electrics, PTO 44
Assemblies: Vehicle 45
Noise level dB (A) 46
Description 47
Vehicle overview, from front left 47
Vehicle overview, right rear 48
Cab views 49
Operating elements from driver's seat 50
Multifunction display 51
Right-hand operating console (with small
joystick) 52
Right-hand operating console (with large
joystick) 54
Operating elements from driver's seat, foot 56
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pedals
Operating elements in the operating con-
sole 57
Right front upper bar, console control ele-
ments 58
Engine speed fine adjustment control 59
Operating elements to the right of the op-
erating console 60
Operating elements behind the seat, con-
sole 60
Operating elements upper front end of cab 62
Operating elements rear front end of cab 63
Window operating elements left, right 63
Operating elements 64
Operating elements 65
Emergency exit 66
Installation rules for labels 67
Label positions 68
Standard scope of supply C250-C370 70
Start-up 71
Daily checks and activities before start-up 71

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Accessibility (left and right side) 72
Accessibility (from above) 73
Operating the battery disconnect switch 74
Checking tyre pressure 75
Checking the hitch device 76
Check the lighting and the rear view mir-
rors 76
Checking and cleaning the air intake chan-
nel 77
Checking radiator, condenser* and dirt
screen 78
Checking engine oil level 79
Adding engine oil 80
Check hydraulic oil level 81
Checking coolant 82
Refilling washing water 84
Checking brake fluid level 85
Fuelling (diesel) 86
Check before entering the vehicle 87
Adjusting steering column 87
Driver and passenger seats 88
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Adjusting the lumbar support (16), drivers
seat 91
Adjusting right operating console 92
Instructions for starting the engine 93
Start engine 94
Service brakes 96
Checking braking and steering function 96
Operation 97
Before driving 97
Driving on slopes 98
Safety belt 99
Instructions for driving 100
Driving mode with hydrostat 101
Table of ranges 102
Table of driving programmes 1) 103
Speeds for road driving 104
Speeds for working 105
Adjusting the fine adjustment wheel 106
Driving mode with the Special Drive Sys-
tem* 108

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Pressing inch pedal 110
Steering 112
Brakes 114
Differential lock 116
Windscreen wiper, windscreen washer 118
Overview of the lighting 119
Switching on lighting 120
Signalling a turn 122
Operating the hazard warning flasher 123
Switching the beacon on 124
'Switching on the mirror heater* 125
Switch on front, rear work spotlight* 126
Connecting equipment to the vehicle socket 127
Radio* and speakers* 128
Operating the driver's cab roof hatch 129
Operating interior lighting 130
Heatable windscreen* 131
Switching on the seat heater* 132
Heating and ventilating the cab 133
Operating the air conditioner* 135
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Special operation 136
Notes on winter operation 136
Putting on snow chains 136
Stationary mode operation 138
Stationary mode removal of oil 139
Adjusting the track 140
31x13.50-15 tyres 140
Attachments 141
Operating attachments 141
Permissible gross weight 143
Front and rear attachments or combina-
tions 145
Front and rear combination table 147
Signal socket 148
Attaching implements 149
Lateral adjustment of the lift 150
Adjusting the top link slide 151
Attaching implements 152
Connecting hydraulic lines 153
Attaching cardan shafts 155

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Detaching attachments 156
Procedure 156
Attachments, Cargo bed tipping system 157
Safety notes for operating hydraulic devices
and attachments 158
Switching on hydraulic functions 158
Adjusting volume flow 0 to 25 l/min 159
External operation of the front lift 160
General warnings for operating the hy-
draulic floating position 162
Operating the joystick 163
Operating the front lift (joystick) 164
Front lift inclination adjustment 166
Passive inclination adjustment 167
Front lift side adjustment* 168
Hydraulic Functions Joystick 170
Operating the green hydraulic connections
with the joystick 171
Blue, green hydraulic connections 172
Electrohydraulic implement relief 174
Operating the electrohydraulic implement 175
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relief
Setting values for implement relief 177
Implement relief coding 178
Switching degree of relief (SP1) to actual
pressure in the hydraulic cylinder 179
Tipping system*, rear lift* 180
Manual body frame 182
Attachments with overhead discharge 183
Safety instructions for PTO shaft operation 184
Front PTO shaft drive* 185
Rear PTO shaft drive* 186
Important instructions for the operation of
the volume dividers I, II and the implement
pump* 187
Operating volume dividers I* and II* 188
Operating the implement servopump* 190
Trailers, towing 193
Your vehicle is suitable for towing the fol-
lowing trailers: 193
Instructions for hitching the trailer 194
Non-automatic trailer hitch 195

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Automatic trailer hitch 196
Trailer hitch with ball head 197
Driving with a trailer 198
Shut-down 199
Leaving the vehicle 199
Parking the vehicle 200
Transport, loading 201
Information about transporting the vehicle 201
Information about loading 201
Towing 202
Coding the digital km/h display 204
Fault messages 206
Danger and condition notifications in the
multifunction display 206
Fault Cause Remedy 208
Engine and turbocharger faults 208
Faults of thevehicle electronics and drive
hydraulics 208
Faults of the hydraulic system and steering 213
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Faults of the working hydraulics 216
Maintenance Instructions 219
Service 219
Qualification of maintenance personnel 219
How do I assess my vehicle? 220
Handling fluids and lubricants 221
Safety instructions for maintenance 222
Battery disconnect switch 224
Battery 225
Check battery and cable connections 226
Electrics, fuses 227
Hydraulic function fuses (board 1) 229
Applying corrosion protector 229
Jack application point 230
Replacing wheels 231
Cargo bed subframe 232
Tilting vehicle cab 233
Tightening threaded connections 235
Check all V-belts on the engine for condi-
tion and tension. 235

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Emptying the water separator 236
Fuel pre-filter 237
Checking hose connections for the engine
air filter 238
Cleaning the air filter system 239
Cleaning radiator, oil cooler and air condi-
tioner condenser* 240
Cleaning cab and air-conditioner filters 241
Checking bubble formation in the air-condi-
tioner* 242
Checking V-belt and compressor of the air
conditioner* 243
Draining condensation water from the air
conditioner 244
Position of the lubrication points 245
User Maintenance 246
Replacing light bulbs 246
Lower dipped beam and high beam 247
Upper dipped beam light, indicator and po-
sition light 248
Indicator light, parking light, tail light 249
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Bleed fuel system 250
Extended shutdown 251
Engine preservation 251
Recommissioning after the shutdown 252
Reversing engine preservation 252
Putting the vehicle into operation 252
Maintenance Data 253
Fluids and lubricants 253
Filling quantities for C250, C270, C350,
C370 254
Light bulbs 255
Tightening torques for hexagon and stud
bolts as per DIN 256
Engine technical data 257
Maintenance schedule 259
Regular maintenance as needed 261
Single maintenance after 50 or 500 operat-
ing hours 262
Maintenance every 500 operating hours 263
Maintenance every 1000, 2000, 3000 oper- 265

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ating hours
Maintenance every year, every two years 266
Index 267

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Preface
We are happy that you have decided to purchase
a Holder product. We would like you to be able to
work with your vehicle without accidents or mal-
functions and recommend that you follow the in-
structions in this operating manual. Doing so not
only helps utilise the entire potential of your vehi-
cle, but also protects the full warranty. The oper-
ating manual provides you with all information re-
quired to enjoy your Holder vehicle for a long time.
Further development
Due to the continuous further development of the
design and equipment of our vehicles, there may
be discrepancies between this operating manual
and your vehicle. We also cannot completely rule
out errors, despite careful work in the creation of
this document. No legal claims can be derived from
the information, illustrations and descriptions here-
in. This operating and maintenance manual is fur-
nished with each vehicle. Store it as carefully as
possible, but accessible to drivers and maintenance
personnel at all times. If it is ever lost, the own-
er must immediately obtain a replacement from
the manufacturer. The operating and maintenance
manual must be brought to the attention of the per-
sonnel engaged with operation and maintenance
of the equipment. The owner must ensure that
all users have received, read and understood this
manual. If you have further questions or sugges-
tions for improvements, please contact our docu-
mentation department
([phone]).

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General information on service
Have your vehicle registered by your Holder part-
ner when you take delivery of the vehicle. Online
registration is the prerequisite for warranty pro-
cessing. Have the specified maintenance service in
the maintenance schedule performed regularly and
have this confirmed by a stamp and signature from
your Holder partner in the service book. This is im-
portant, because only demonstrated performance
of the maintenance work preserves the warranty
claim and claims for product liability.
For all inquiries about your vehicle please provide
the following data:
Vehicle type e.g. C 270
Engine number e.g. V2607-DI-T-EU3
Chassis
number
e.g. 212000101
Sales date, date of com-
plaint
e.g. 20/03/2011
Operating hours e.g. 500 hours
Publication date and currentness of the
manual
April 2012
We wish you good driving and safe work with your
Holder multipurpose vehicle
Max Holder GmbH
Max-Holder-Straße 1
72555 Metzingen
Telephone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
www.max-holder.com

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Explanations of the terms used
DANGER
For work processes that must be fol-
lowed precisely to exclude danger to
life and limb of people.
WARNING
For work processes that must be fol-
lowed precisely to exclude injury of
people.
CAUTION
For work processes that must be pre-
cisely followed in order to avoid mate-
rial damage and/or destruction.
ADVICE
For technical necessities that do not
require particular attention.
All labels with * are optional equipment.

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Information about the vehicle
After safety testing, this vehicle has received op-
erating approval in conformity with 2003/37EC.
The vehicle further conforms to the relevant safety
and health requirements of EC Directive 2006/42/
EC, which are currently not covered by Directive
2003/37/EC. The vehicle satisfies the requirements
of the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Direc-
tive 2009/64/EC. The regulations for exhaust gas
identification and noise emission are observed. The
vehicle must be licensed and furnished with a li-
cense plate at the front and rear.
Intended use
The vehicle is suitable for towing trailers and for
use with various attachments. The maximum trail-
er load that may be towed is specified on the
type plate and must not be exceeded. Transporting
people is only permissible if a passenger seat is
present. The vehicle is provided exclusively for use
in agriculture and forestry, care of green spaces
and outdoor facilities, and for winter services.
The vehicle may only be employed for the intend-
ed use as specified and described in this operating
manual. Intended use also implies compliance with
the required maintenance and repair specifications.
The vehicle and the attachments may only be used,
maintained and repaired by persons who are famil-
iar with them and have been informed of the as-
sociated dangers. The relevant accident prevention
regulations as well as any other applicable rules
and regulations concerning work safety, health pro-
tection and traffic safety must be observed.
The operating personnel must
– be physically and mentally suitable
– be instructed in handling the vehicle
– have read and understood the operating man-
ual before beginning work
– have demonstrated their capability of driving
the vehicle to the vehicle owner
– and be designated by the owner to drive the
vehicle
Location for use
The vehicle must be used outdoors. Operation on
public streets is permitted. The regulations in effect
in various countries for driving on public streets
with the vehicle must be observed.

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Impermissible use
Any use that is not intended as described above is
impermissible. Any danger arising from impermis-
sible use is a matter for which the user, and not Max
Holder GmbH, bears responsibility. The manufac-
turer is not liable for resulting damage. Usage for
purposes other than those described in this manual
is prohibited. Transportation of people on the load
area or on attachments is not permitted.
Residual dangers, residual risks
Despite careful working and observance or stan-
dards and regulations, the occurrence of dangers
in handling the vehicle cannot be ruled out. Both
the vehicle and all other system components com-
ply with the currently applicable safety regulations.
Nevertheless a residual risk cannot be ruled out,
even for permitted use observing all the instruc-
tions provided. Persons in the vicinity of the vehicle
and the attachments must therefore pay particular
attention to being able to react immediately in case
of a malfunction, an accident, a breakdown or the
like.
WARNING
Danger from human error
•All persons present in the vicini-
ty of the vehicle and the attach-
ments must be informed of these
dangers
•Additional safety regulations in
this operating manual must also
be referenced
Dangers include:
– Unexpected movements of the attachments
and the vehicle
– Escape of fuels, lubricants and the like due
to leaks, breakage of lines and tanks and so
forth
– Risk of accident while driving, steering and
braking due to unfavourable ground condi-
tions such as slopes, slipperiness, uneven-
ness or poor visibility, etc.
– Falling, stumbling and the like while moving
on the vehicle, especially under wet condi-
tions
– Fire and explosion risk from the battery and
electric voltages
– Risk of poisoning by diesel exhaust

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– Risk of fire from diesel fuel and oils
– Human error due to non-observance of
safety regulations
Warning
WARNING
Danger of accident
The vehicle and the attached imple-
ments or trailers may only be put in-
to operation if all instructions from the
operating manuals are followed. Oth-
erwise this combination of equipment
may not be put into operation.

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EC conformity declaration in compliance
with EC Directive 2006/42/EC
This EC conformity declaration applies only to
risks that are not currently covered by Directive
2003/37/EC.
We,
Max Holder GmbH
Max-Holder-Strasse 1
72555 Metzingen, Germany,
declare under our sole responsibility that the agri-
cultural tractors of the vehicle series
Holder Type C250/C270
Identification Number: 212000101....
Holder Type C350/C370
Identification Number: 213000101....
to which this declaration relates conform to the rel-
evant fundamental safety and health requirements
of EC Directive 2006/42/EC, which are currently
not covered by Directive 2003/37/EC. The vehicle
additionally complies with the provisions of Direc-
tive 2003/37/EC.
This declaration loses its validity if the vehicle is
substantially modified.
Information about disposal
Your vehicle consists of a variety of materials. Each
of these materials must be disposed of, treated or
recycled in accordance with different regional and
national regulations. We recommend cooperation
with a specialist disposal operation.

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Positions of the safety symbols
C270_003
2
1
2
3
The safety symbols are applied to the vehicle at the
following positions.
1 = ON THE UPPER LEFT IN THE
CAB Read and observe the operat-
ing manual and the safety instruc-
tions before start-up.
2 = AT THE LEFT AND RIGHT ON
THE REAR SIDE OF THE CAB Pres-
ence in the articulation area is for-
bidden. Danger of severe crushing
and injuries.
3 = ON THE INNER SIDE OF THE
LEFT-HAND DOOR Travelling with
and transporting people is only
permissible if a passenger seat is
present and the driver's view is
not obstructed.

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Information on operation
Driving license
In order to drive this vehicle you require a driving permit dependent on the type-related maximum speed
and the permissible gross weight of the vehicle or the combination. See the following tables.
Overview of driving permit classes
Agricultural and forestry tractors (also with implements)
Maximum speed
(type-dependent)
Permissible gross
weight (zGM)
Driving permit class
(minimum require-
ment)
Previous driving per-
mit class (Germany)
up to 32 km/h no limit B, L, T 1, 1a, 1b, 2, 3, 4, 5
up to 3.5 t B
T: up to 60 km/h
but only up to 40 km/h
below age 18
2, 3above 32 km/h
above 3.5 t
to 7.5 t
C1
T: up to 60 km/h
but only up to 40 km/h
below age 18
2, 3

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Single-axle trailer or dual-axle trailer with centre distance of not more than 1 m
Permissible gross weight
(zGM)
Driving permit class
(minimum requirement)
Previous
driving permit class (Ger-
many)
up to 750 kg for trailer B, C1, C, T
L: max. 25 km/h only with extra sign
and type-dependent maximum tractor
speed of 25 km/h
1, 1a, 1b, 2, 3, 4, 5
above 750 kg for trailer BE, C1E, CE, T
B, C1, C:
only up to 3.5 t permissible gross weight
of the combination and permissible
gross weight of the trailer≤ Dead weight
of the tractor; otherwise: max. 25 km/h
C1E:
only up to 12t permissible gross weight
of the combination and permissible
gross weight of the trailer ≤ Dead weight
of the tractor;
otherwise: max. 25 km/h
L: max. 25 km/h
1, 1a, 1b, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Multi-axle trailer or dual-axle trailer with a centre distance of more than 1 m
Permissible gross weight
(zGM)
Driving permit class
(minimum requirement)
Previous
driving permit class (Ger-
many)
up to 750 kg for trailer B, C1, C, T
L: max. 25 km/h only with extra sign
and type-dependent maximum tractor
speed of 25 km/h
2, 3
above 750 kg for trailer
up to 3.5 t permissible gross
weight
up to 12 t permissible gross
weight
BE, C1E, CE, T
B, C1, C:
only up to 3.5 t permissible gross weight
of the combination and permissible
gross weight of the trailer ≤ Dead weight
of the tractor; otherwise: max. 25 km/h
C1E:
only up to 12 t permissible gross weight
of the combination and permissible
gross weight of the trailer ≤ Dead weight
of the tractor;
otherwise: max. 25 km/h
L: max. 25 km/h
2, 3
1, 1a, 1b, 4, 5:
max. 25 km/h in each case