Iseki TM3217 User manual

TM3217
TM3247
TM3267
MODELS:
ISEKI TRACTORS
Operator’s Manual
ENGLISH

TO OUR CUSTOMER
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TO OUR CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing our tractor.
This operator’s manual provides the information necessary for operating and maintaining
your tractor safely and properly.
The contents are mainly composed of the following 2 items:
Safety instructions: Essential items which you should observe while operating
the tractor.
Technical instructions: Items which are necessary to operate, adjust and service the
tractor properly.
Before starting to operate the machine for the first time, you should read this operator’s
manual thoroughly and carefully until you are sufficiently familiar with the operation of the
machine in order to do jobs safely and properly. The manual should be regarded as part of
the machine, and should be kept in a handy place so you can refer to it when required. You
are advised to refer to it from time to time to refresh your understanding of the machine.
Your dealer has performed the pre-delivery service on your new machine.
He or she will discuss with you the operating and maintenance instructions given in this manu-
al, and instruct you in the proper and varied applications of this machine. Call on him or her at
any time when you have a question, or need equipment related to the use of your machine.
Paragraphs in the manual and labels on the machine are particularly
important information about safe operation to avoid accidents. You
should always keep precautions in mind and follow them during
operation.
Be sure to wear
personal protective equipment
during operation
In some of the illustrations used in this operator’s manual, panels or
guards may have been removed to clarity. Never operate the tractor
with these panels and guards removed.
If the removal of a shield is necessary to make a repair, it must be re-
placed before operation.
If you use a trailer, use a proper one which suits your tractor. Using an
improper trailer may cause serious accidents.
Never attempt to haul beyond the tractor’s capacity.
Follow strictly the instructions outlined in the operator’s manual of the mount-
ed or trailed machinery or trailer, and do not operate the combination tractor –
machine or tractor – trailer unless all instructions have been followed.
All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual are based on
the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make
changes at any time without notice.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TO OUR CUSTOMER .................................................... 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................. 3
SAFETY ......................................................................... 5
MACHINE PURPOSE ................................................ 5
PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................... 5
MAKING YOUR TRACTOR A SAFE VEHICLE.......... 6
How to Maintain Safety .......................................... 6
FOR SAFE OPERATION ...........................................7
How to be a Safe Operator .................................... 7
When Another Person Operates Your Machine ..... 7
Before Operation .................................................... 8
Starting Engine and Operating Tractor................... 9
When Traveling ...................................................... 9
Loading onto or Unloading from a Truck .............. 11
Specifications of the Ramps................................. 11
During Operation .................................................. 12
Inspection and Maintenance ................................ 13
Storage................................................................. 14
Dismantling and Disposal..................................... 14
MAINTENANCE OF THE ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM................................................................... 15
To Maintain Electric Wiring................................... 15
To Handle the Battery........................................... 15
To Handle Booster Cables ................................... 16
SAFETY DECALS .................................................... 17
Maintenance of Safety Decals ............................. 20
Location of Safety Decals .................................... 21
INTRODUCTION .......................................................... 22
TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION ...................................... 23
STATUTORY PLATE ............................................... 23
MODEL TYPE DESIGNATION ................................. 23
MODEL / SERIAL NUMBER .................................... 24
MAJOR COMPONENTS.............................................. 25
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS................................... 26
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SWITCHES ................. 27
Electrical Fuel Shut-Off ........................................ 27
Main Switch .......................................................... 27
Indicator Light Strip .............................................. 28
Horn / Light Turn Switch ...................................... 29
Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch
(Hydrostatic Transmission)................................... 30
MAIN CLUTCH PEDAL
(MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION) ........................... 31
BRAKES................................................................... 31
Brake Pedals ........................................................ 31
Parking Brakes ..................................................... 31
ENGINE SPEED CONTROLS ................................. 32
TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVERS ........................... 33
Gear Shift Levers ................................................. 33
Forward / Reverse Shuttle Lever
(Mechanical Transmission)................................... 33
DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL ................................ 34
4-WHEEL DRIVE SHIFT LEVER ............................. 34
REAR PTO SELECTOR LEVER.............................. 35
MID PTO SELECTOR LEVER ................................. 35
Position Control .................................................... 36
Lowering Rate Control Knob ................................ 36
SEAT & SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT ................... 37
OPERATION ................................................................ 39
BREAK-IN PERIOD.................................................. 39
STARTING................................................................ 39
Pre-Start Inspection.............................................. 39
Normal Starting .................................................... 40
Restarting Warm Engine ...................................... 41
Cold Weather Starting.......................................... 41
Warm-Up Period................................................... 41
Operator Observations ......................................... 41
GROUND SPEED SELECTION............................... 42
Mechanical Transmission..................................... 42
Hydrostatic Transmission ..................................... 44
STOPPING TRACTOR............................................. 45
Mechanical Transmission..................................... 45
Hydrostatic Transmission ..................................... 46
CRUISE CONTROL
(HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION) ......................... 46
Setting Cruise Control .......................................... 46
Releasing Cruise Control ..................................... 47
DIFFERENTIAL LOCK OPERATION ....................... 47
4-WHEEL DRIVE...................................................... 47
POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)....................................... 48
Rear PTO Shaft.................................................... 49
Mid PTO Shaft (M Type)....................................... 50
PTO OPERATING CONTROLS ............................... 51

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Mechanical Transmission..................................... 51
Hydrostatic Transmission ..................................... 52
3-POINT HITCH ....................................................... 54
Hitch Controls....................................................... 54
Rear Linkage ........................................................ 54
Attaching Implements........................................... 56
Using Position Control.......................................... 57
Detaching Implements ......................................... 58
External Auxiliary Hydraulics ................................ 58
7 PINS SOCKET ...................................................... 59
BEACON .................................................................. 59
ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE
(ROPS)..................................................................... 60
Rear ROPS Type.................................................. 60
Center ROPS Type............................................... 60
REAR HITCH ........................................................... 62
FRONT LOADER FIXATION POINT ........................ 63
FALLING OBJECTS PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE
(FOPS) & OPERATORS PROTECTION
STRUCTURE (OPS) FIXATION POINT...................63
TOWING................................................................... 63
JACKING.................................................................. 63
LUBRICATION & PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........... 64
SPECIFICATIONS & CAPACITIES .......................... 64
LUBRICATION / FILL POINTS ................................. 65
Mechanical Transmission..................................... 65
Hydrostatic Transmission ..................................... 66
Periodic Inspection and Maintenance Table......... 67
LUBRICATION DETAILS.......................................... 69
Grease Fittings ..................................................... 69
SERVICE ACCESS .................................................. 69
Engine Oil & Filter ................................................ 71
Transmission Oil & Filters .................................... 72
Front Axle Oil........................................................ 74
COOLING SYSTEM ................................................. 75
ENGINE AIR CLEANER........................................... 76
FUEL SYSTEM......................................................... 77
Fuel Filter ............................................................. 77
Air-bleeding Procedure ........................................ 78
Throttle Lever ....................................................... 78
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM............................................ 79
Battery.................................................................. 79
Starting Switches.................................................. 82
Wiring / Fuse Arrangement................................... 82
CLUTCH FREE-PLAY ADJUSTMENT ..................... 83
BRAKE FREE-PLAY ADJUSTMENT........................ 84
WHEELS & TIRES ................................................... 86
Tire Inflation Pressures ........................................ 86
Wheel Bolt Torque ................................................ 86
Front Wheel Spacing............................................ 86
Rear Wheel Spacing ............................................ 87
Steering Free-Play ............................................... 87
Front Axle End-Float............................................. 88
CLUTCH HOUSING PLUG ...................................... 88
TORQUE CHART..................................................... 88
STORAGE................................................................ 89
WASHING OF THE MACHINE................................. 90
MAJOR CONSUMABLES LIST................................ 91
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 93
ENGINE.................................................................... 93
CLUTCH................................................................... 95
BRAKES................................................................... 95
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM............................................. 95
STEERING SYSTEM ............................................... 96
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM............................................ 96
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................ 97
MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION.............................. 97
HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION............................ 99
DIMENSIONS......................................................... 101
Rear ROPS Type................................................ 101
Center ROPS Type............................................. 102
DIMENSIONAL LIMITS OF IMPLEMENTS............ 103
FRONT WEIGHT.................................................... 104
NOISE DECLARATION.......................................... 104
VIBRATION DECLARATION .................................. 105
ATTACHMENT (OPTION) ...................................... 105
INDEX......................................................................... 106
WIRING DIAGRAM .................................................... 111

SAFETY
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SAFETY
MACHINE PURPOSE
This machine is designed solely for customary agricultural use, for parks and grounds maintenance, as well as
for winter service. Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the intended use. Compliance with and strict
adherence to the conditions of operation, service, and repair as specified by the manufacturer, also constitute
essential elements of the intended use. This machine should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons who
are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures. Accident
prevention regulations, all other generally recognized regulations on safety and occupational medicine, and all road
traffic regulations must be observed at all times. Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the
manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or injury.
PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Whenever you see the words and symbols below, used in this operator’s manual and on decals, you MUST take note
of their instructions as they relate to personal safety.
DANGER: This symbol together with the
word DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in DEATH OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING: This symbol together with the
word WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in DEATH OR VERY SERIOUS
INJURY.
CAUTION: This symbol together with the
word C AU TI ON i s us ed to ind ic at e a
potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in MINOR INJURY.
IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is used to identify
special instruction or procedures which, if
not strictly observed, could result in dam-
age to, or destruction of the machine,
process or its surrounding.
NOTE: The word NOTE is used to indicate points of
particular interest for more efficient and conve-
nient repair or operation.
Understand thoroughly the following precautions, always
keep them in mind before, during, and after operation,
and never take chances.

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MAKING YOUR TRACTOR A SAFE VEHICLE
How to Maintain Safety
(1) Never attempt to do the following:
• Modification of the structure of the tractor
• Installation of other type of engine
• Installation of tires of other than the original tire
size.
Any malfunctions or failures of the tractor due to
unauthorized modification are not covered by the
warranty.
(2) This machine cannot be driven on a public road
without authorization by a local government agency,
etc.
When transporting an unauthorized machine on a
public road, load it on a truck.
When traveling with an implement wider than the
tractor, put red caution markers such as flags (red
lamps at night) in the most visible locations on
both sides of the implements, and place a “SLOW
MOVING VEHICLE” sign in a place where it is
easily seen by other drivers. Operate the machine
carefully keeping in mind that the implement is
wider and may roll easily. If the implement can
be folded, fold it beforehand. If there are road or
railway crossings where the visibility is poor, you
should install on the machine a mirror to give a view
ahead of you so that you do not need to move your
machine too far into the intersection.
(3) When you travel on a road, you must turn work
lights off if the law requires it.
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FOR SAFE OPERATION
How to be a Safe Operator
(1) Familiarize yourself fully with machine controls by
studying the operator’s manual before using your
machine.
This operator’s manual should be regarded as part
of the machine. Suppliers of both new and second-
hand machines are advised to retain documentary
evidence that this manual was provided with the
machine.
(2) Never allow persons listed below to operate the
machine.
If any work carried out by unauthorized persons as
below would cause accident of the machine.
• Persons with mental disease
• Persons who cannot operate the machine
properly because of fatigue, illness, or drowsiness
from medication, etc.
• Pregnant women
• Young persons or children too young to legally
operate the machine.
Always be careful of your health by taking suitable
rest breaks.
(3) Wear appropriate clothing and other protective
devices during operation.
• Protection of your head
Wear protective headgear such as a helmet,
especially when traveling on roads or handling
material above your head.
• Protection to avoid being caught in the machine.
Wear tight fitting clothing and headgear, because
loose clothing or hair can get caught in the
moving parts of the machine.
• Protection from poisonous dust or gases
Be sure to wear a protective device to protect the
respiratory system, eyes, and skin when handling
poisonous chemicals on work with such a crop
sprayer, mounted or trailed.
• Protection of the ears
Wear ear plugs or take suitable countermeasures
to protect your ears when you must operate the
machine under extremely noisy conditions.
• Maintenance of protective devices
Periodically inspect protective devices to assure
that they are functioning properly. Use them at all
times.
When Another Person Operates Your Machine
When another person operates your machine, you must
explain how to operate and instruct him or her to read
this manual fully to avoid unexpected accident.
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Before Operation
(1) Set up an operation plan with sufficient time
allowance. A tight plan may result in unexpected
accidents when work has to be rushed.
(2) Inspect and service the machine periodically
in accordance with the instructions given in the
operator’s manual to maintain the machine in the
best condition.
Pay special attention to the controls, especially to
the brakes and clutch, and safety measures for the
machine when servicing it. If the machine functions
properly and performs normally, the chance of an
accident will be reduced greatly.
If safety devices are damaged or do not work, please
consult your dealer.
(3) Before removing a safety devices, such as a safety
cover, be sure that the machine has stopped
completely. Never forget to replace the removed
part after servicing.
(4) Never refill fuel while the engine is running or it
is still hot. Keep away from open fires and never
smoke around a fuel tank or while fueling into the
machine. Never use open flames for illumination
when fueling the machine at night.
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Starting Engine and Operating Tractor
(1) Before starting the engine indoors, make sure that
there is proper ventilation because exhaust fumes
contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which cause
lethal poisoning.
(2) Before starting the machine, confirm that the
tr an smi ss ion g ea r has b ee n shi ft ed to t he
appropriate speed, that there is no one near the
machine, and that the implement is securely
installed on the machine.
Always operate the machine from the operator’s
seat. Never leave the seat except in an emergency
when operating the machine.
(3) Before starting to move, pay attention to safety
conditions around the machine to avoid injury to
bystanders or damage to property. Never move
abruptly.
When Traveling
(1) Below are cases where the tractor may overturn.
This list is not exhaustive.
• When you travel on roads, latch the brake pedals,
1, together by using interlocking plate, 2, or the
tractor may overturn by 1 wheel locking. (Only
mechanical transmission)
• When you travel on roads, ensure the differential
lock is off.
• Do not make sharp turns when operating at high
speed or for transportation.
• Do not make sharp turns on a slope.
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