Ransomes CT325 Specifications

Ransomes Way, Ipswich, England, IP3 9QG
RANSOMES
GB
OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS
Publication No. 24079G (rev.0) (RSJ 001 071997)
CT325/333 COMPACT
TRACTOR

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PLEASEREADCAREFULLY:
Foracompletelistofthepre-deliveryservicechecksperformedbyyour dealer,refertoPRE-DELIVERYSERVICEon the upperportionofpage
61and 63. The copy on page 61 is your record of the service performed, andthecopyonpage 63, which is to be removed from the manual, is
your dealer’s. MAKE SURETHATYOUAND THE DEALER SIGN BOTH COPIES.
Afteryou have operated your tractorforfiftyhours,takethismanual and your tractor to yourdealer. He willthenperform the factory recommended
50-HOURSERVICEas listed on the lower portions of pages 61and63-withoutcharge-exceptforlubricant,oil,orfiltersreplacedaspartof
normal maintenance. MAKE SURE THATYOUAND THE DEALER SIGN BOTH COPIES.
APRODUCTIDENTIFICATIONPLATE is located on the left-hand side of the transmission housing. The numbers on the plate are important
shouldyour tractor require futureservice.For your convenience, haveyourdealer record the numbersinthe appropriate spaces below.
RANSOMESpolicy is one of continuous improvement, and therightto change prices, specification or equipment at anytimewithoutnotice is
reserved.
Alldata given in this bookissubject to production variations. Dimensionsandweights are approximate only andtheillustrationsdo not necessarily
showtractors in standardcondition. For exact information aboutanyparticulartractorplease consult your RANSOMESTractorDealer.

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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 .................................................. 12-13
HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM CONTROLS ..............................................................13
OPERATION ........................................................................................................ 14-28
BREAK-IN PROCEDURES .....................................................................................14
STARTING THE ENGINE .................................................................................... 14-15
STOPPING THE ENGINE ......................................................................................15
OPERATING THE TRANSMISSIONS,
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE AND PTO........................................................................ 15-19
TOWINGTHETRACTOR.........................................................................................19
OPERATING THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK .............................................................19
OPERATING THE HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM .................................................. 20-23
DRIVING THE TRACTOR.................................................................................... 23-24
WHEEL TREAD SETTINGS................................................................................ 24-25
TRACTOR WEIGHTING...................................................................................... 25-27
TYRE PRESSURES ............................................................................................ 27-28
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE.................................................................. 29-52
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART .................................................... 29-30
FUEL AND LUBRICANTS.................................................................................... 31-34
FUEL AND LUBRICANT SERVICE PROCEDURES ........................................... 34-39
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................................. 40-50
TRACTOR STORAGE ......................................................................................... 50-51
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE ......................................................52
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 53-56
SAFETY DECALS................................................................................................ 57-58
INSTRUCTION DECALS ..................................................................................... 59-62
PREDELIVERY AND 50-HOUR SERVICE .......................................................... 65-67
CONTENTS

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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
Asa guide to the operation of yourtractor,
variousinternational symbolshave been
utilisedon the instruments and controls.
Thesymbols are shown belowwithan
indicationof their meaning.
Enginespeed
Hoursrecorded
Enginewater
temperature
Airfilter
Engineoil
pressure
Hazardwarning
Axleconnect
Axledisconnect
Continuously
variable
Increase
Decrease
Fuellevel
Creeperrange
High range
Middlerange
Lowrange
Neutral
Dieselfuel
Glow
Enginestop
Engineoil
Parkingbrake
Lights(upper
beam)
Lights(lower
beam)
Lock
Releaselock
Up
Down
Differentiallock
Readoperator’s
manual
Battery
Powertake-off
(on)
Powertake-off
(off)
“Tortoise,” slow or
minimumsetting
“Hare,”fast or
maximumsetting
Warning
Controllever
operating
direction
Rockshaft
(raised)
Rockshaft
(lowered)
Remotecylinder
(float)
Remotecylinder
(retracted)
Remotecylinder
(extended)
Forward
Warning!
contains
asbestos

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pressurisinglines.
Iffluid is injected into the skin, obtain medical attention
immediatelyor gangrenemayresult.
7. Donot modifyoralter or permit anyone else tomodifyor
alterthis tractor or any of its components or any tractor
function
withoutfirstconsulting RANSOMESTractorDealer.
8. Thefuel oil in the injection system is under high pressure
andcan penetrate the skin. Unqualifiedpersonsshould not
removeor attempt to adjustapump, injector,nozzleor any
otherpart of the fuel injection system. Failuretofollow these
instructionscanresult in serious injury.
9. continuouslong termcontactwith used engine oil may
causeskin cancer.Avoid prolonged contact with used
engineoil. wash skin promptlywithsoap and water.
10. Somecomponentson yourtractor,suchasgasketsand
frictionsurfaces(brakelinings, clutch linings etc.), may
containasbestos. Breathing asbestos dust is dangerousto
yourhealth.Youarethereforeadvised tohaveany
maintenanceof repair operationsonsuch components
carriedoutby an authorised SHIBAUARATractor Dealer. If
however,service operationsareto be undertakenonparts
thatcontain asbestos, the essentialprecautionslisted below
mustbe observed:
• Work out of doors or in a well ventilatedarea.
•. Dustfoundonthetractor or produced during work on the
tractorshould be removedbyextraction not byblowing.
• Dustwaste should be dampened,placedin a sealed
containerand marked to ensuresafedisposal.
• Ifany cutting, drilling, etc., is attempted on materials
containingasbestos, the itemshouldbe dampened and only
handtools or low speedpowertools used.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR
1. Applythe parkingbrake, place the P.T.O. lever in the “OFF”
position,the lift control lever inthedown position, the remote
controlvalve levers in theneutral position, and the
transmissionin neutral before startingthe tractor.
2. Donot starttheengine or operate controls whilestanding
besidethe tractor.Always sit in the tractor seat when
startingthe engine or operatingcontrols.
3. Donot bypass theneutralstartswitches. consult your
RANSOMESTractorDealerifyourneutral start controls
malfunction.Use jumper cables onlyinthe recommended
manner.Improper usecanresultin tractor runaway.
4. Avoid accidental contactwith the gear shiftlevers while the
engineis running. Unexpectedtractormovement can result
fromsuchcontact.
5. Donot get offthe tractor while it is in motion.
6. DisengagePTO,shut offthe engine and apply theparking
brakebefore getting offthetractor.
7. Donot park thetractorona steep incline.
8. Donot operatethetractor engine in anenclosedbuilding
withoutadequate ventilation. Exhaustfumes can cause
death.
9. Ifpower steeringorengine ceases operating, stop the
tractorimmediately.
10. Pullonlyfromthe drawbar or the lower link drawbarinthe
downposition. Use only a drawbar pin thatlocksin place.
Pullingfrom the tractor rearaxleor any point abovetheaxle
maycause the tractor to upset.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thefollowing precautions are suggestedtohelp prevent accidents.
Acareful operator isthebestoperator. Most accidents canbe
avoidedby observing certainprecautions. Read andtakethe
followingprecautions before operatingthistractor to help prevent
accidents.Equipment should beoperatedonly by those whoare
responsibleand instructed to do so.
THE TRACTOR
1. Readthe Operator’sManual carefullybefore using the
tractor.Lack ofoperatingknowledge can lead to accidents.
2. Ensurethat anyattachedequipment or accessories are
correctlyinstalled,areapproved for use with thetractor, do
notoverload the tractorand are operatedandmaintained in
accordancewith the instructions issued by theequipmentor
accessorymanufacturer.
3. Usean approvedRollbar and Seat Belt for safeoperation.
Overturninga tractor without a roll bar can result indeathor
injury.If your tractor is not equippedwitharollbar and seat
belt,seeyour RANSOMESTractorDealer. Always use the
seatbelt.Donot use the seat belt if the roll bar has been
removedfrom the tractor.
4. Ifa front end loader is to be installed, always use a FOPS
canopyto avoid injury fromfallingobjects.
5. Usethe handholds andstepplates when getting on and off
thetractor to prevent falls. Keep stepsandplatform cleared
ofmudand debris.
6. Donot permitanyonebut the operator to rideonthe tractor.
Thereisno safe place for extra riders.
7. Rememberthat yourtractor, if abused orincorrectlyused,
canbe dangerous and becomeahazard to both the
operatorand bystanders. Do notoverload or operatewith
attachedequipment which is unsafe, not designedforthe
particulartasks or is poorlymaintained.
8. Replaceall missing,illegible,or damaged safety decals.
Seelistof decals on page 53.
9. Keepsafety decals cleanofdirtand grime.
SERVICING THE TRACTOR
1. Thecooling system operatesunderpressure which is
controlledby the radiator cap. Itisdangerous to remove the
capwhilesystemishot.Always turn cap slowly to the first
stopand allow the pressuretoescape before removing the
capentirely.
2. Donot smokewhilerefuelling the tractor.Keepany type of
openflame away.waitfor engine to coolbeforerefuelling.
3. Keepthe tractorand equipment, particularly brakesand
steering,maintained in areliableand satisfactory condition
toensure your safety andcomply with legal requirements.
4. Keepopen flameaway from battery orcoldweather starting
aidsto prevent fires or explosions. Usejumpercables
accordingto instructions to prevent sparks which could
causeexplosion.
5. Stopthe enginebeforeperforming any serviceonthe
tractor.
6. Escapinghydraulic/diesel fluidunderpressurecan
penetratethe skin causing seriousinjury.
• DoNOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of
cardboardor paper to search for leaks.
• Stopengine and relievepressurebefore connecting or
disconnectinglines.
• tightenall connections before startingengineor

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)
11. Ifthe front end of the tractor tends to rise when heavy
implementsare attached to the three-pointhitch,install front
endor front wheel weights. Do notoperatethe tractor with a
lightfront end.
12. Alwayssetthehydraulic selector lever inpositioncontrol
whenattaching equipmentandwhen transporting
equipment.Be sure hydrauliccouplersare properly
mountedand will disconnect safely in caseofaccidental
detachmentof implement.
13. Donotleaveequipment in theraisedposition.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
1. watchwhere youaregoing especially at rowends, on roads,
aroundtrees and lowhangingobstacles.
2. Toavoidupsetsdrivethetractorwith care and at speeds
compatiblewithsafety, especiallywhen operating overrough
ground,when crossing ditches or slopes, and when turning
corners.
3. Locktractor brakepedals together when transportingon
roadsto providetwowheel braking.
4. Keepthe tractorinthe same gear when going downhillas
usedwhen going uphill. Do not coast orfreewheel down
hills.
5. Anytowedvehiclewhose total weight exceedsthat of the
towingtractor must be equipped with brakes forsafe
operation.
6. whenthe tractor is stuck or tires arefrozentotheground,
backup the tractor to prevent upset.
7. Alwayscheckoverheadclearance, especiallywhen
transportingthe tractor.
8. Whenoperating atnight,adjustlights to prevent blinding an
oncomingdriver.
OPERATING THE PTO
1. Whenoperating P.T.Odriven equipment, shut offthe engine
andwaituntiltheP.T.O.stopsbefore getting off the tractor
anddisconnecting the equipment.
2. Donotwearloose clothing whenoperatingthe power
takeoff,orwhen near rotating equipment.
3. Whenoperatingstationary P.T.O.driven equipment,always
placeboth gear shift levers in neutral,applythetractor
parkingbrake and block the rearwheelsfrontand back.
4. To avoid injury,donotclean, adjust, unclog or service P.T.O.
drivenequipment when the tractorengineis running.
5. Makesure the P.T.O.mastershieldisinstalledat all times
andalwaysreplace the P.T.O. shield cap when the P.T.O. is
notinuse.
DIESEL FUEL
1. Underno circumstancesshouldgasoline, alcohol or
blendedfuels be added to dieselfuel.These combinations
cancreate an increased fireorexplosive hazard. Such
blendsare more explosive thanpure gasoline in aclosed
containersuchas a fuel tank. Do not use these blends.
2. Neverremove thefuelcap or refuel with theenginerunning
orhot.
3. Donot smokewhilerefuelling or when standing near fuel.
4. Maintaincontrol of thefuelfillerpipe nozzle when filling the
tank.
5. Donot fill the fuel tank to capacity.Allow room for
expansion.
6. Wipeupspilledfuel immediately.
7. Alwaystighten thefueltank capsecurely.
8. Ifthe original fuel tank cap is lost, replace it with a
RANSOMESapproved cap.Anon-approved, proprietary
capmay not be safe.
9. Keepequipmentcleanand properlymaintained.
10. Donotdriveequipment near open fires.
11. Neverusefuel for cleaning purposes.
12. Arrangefuelpurchasesso that summer grade fuels are not
heldover and used in thewinter.
SAFETY FRAME (ROPS)
IfyourRANSOMESTractoris equipped with a safety frame it must
bemaintained in a serviceablecondition.Be careful whendriving
throughdoorways or workinginconfined spaces with lowheadroom.
Underno circumstances:
1. .. . . modify, drill or alter the safety frame in any way as
doingso could render youliableto legal prosecution.
2. .. . . attempt to straighten or weld any part of themainframe
orretainingbracketswhichhavesuffereddamage.Bydoing
soyou may weakenthestructure and endangeryoursafety.
3. .. . . secure any parts on the main frame or attach your
safetyframe with other than the special hightensilebolts
andnuts specified.
4. .. . . attach chains or ropes to the main frame for pulling
purposes.
5. .. . .takeunnecessaryrisks even though your safety frame
affordsyou the maximumprotectionpossible.
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When you See this symbol it means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS Involved!

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
SEAT AND ROPS
TRACTOR SEAT
Your RANSOMES Tractor is equipped with a
suspension seat as shown in Figure 1. The seat is
adjustable to obtain the most comfortable position.
To move the seat fore and aft, move the seat
release lever to the right and slide the seat fore and
aft as desired, Figure 2.
To adjust the seat for flotation, turn the flotation
adjusting bolt right for a firm ride, or left for a soft
ride, Figure 2.
Figure 1 - Tractor Seat and ROPS
Figure 2 - Tractor Seat Adjustment
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
A Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) are
optional equipment for this tractor at time of factory
assembly. If the ROPS was deleted by the original
purchaser or has been removed, it is recommended
that you equip your tractor with a Roll Over
Protective Structure (ROPS). ROPS are effective in
reducing injuries during tractor over-turn accidents.
Overturning tractor without a ROPS can result in
serious injury or death.
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) are available
from your RANSOMES Tractor Dealer.
The safety offered by the roll bar is minimised.
WARNING: DO NOT attach chains or
ropes to the roll bar for pulling purposes
poses since the tractor can tip
backward. Always pull from the tractor
drawbar. Be careful when driving
through door openings or under low
overhead objects. Make sure there is
sufficient overhead clearance for the
roll bar.

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
LIGHTING
FLASHER WARNING LAMP
Your RANSOMES tractor is equipped with flasher
warning lights, Figure 3. The switch, Figure 4 for the
warning lights is located on the instrument panel.
Figure 3 - Flasher Warning and Tail Lamp
The light switch must be turned to one of the “ON”
positions before the flasher will operate. For your
protection, use the safety flasher lights when
travelling on public roads, day or night.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
KEY SWITCH
The key switch is shown in Figure 5. Turning the
‘key to the left will activate the cold-start aid.
LIGHT SWITCH
The light switch, shown in Figure 4, is a pull type
switch. lts positions are
1 st position OFF”
2nd position Tail Lamp “ON”
3rd position Headlights (Low Beam), and Tail Lamp
“ON”
4th position Headlights (High Beam), and Tail Lamp
“ON”
Figure 4 - Light Switch
KEY SWITCH (Continued)
Turning the key to the right to the “on” position will
activate the warning lights and instruments. Turning
mg the key further right to the “start” position will
start the engine. Upon release, the key will spring
return to the “on” position.
Figure 5 - Instrument Panel

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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
The starting circuit can only be activated when the
clutch pedal is. fully depressed and P.T.O. control
lever and MID P.T.O. control lever (if equipped) are
in the “OFF” position. Always check to make certain
the transmission main shift lever and P.T.O. levers
are in neutral before attempting to start the engine.
Refer to page 1 4 for complete starting instructions.
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel gauge is shown in Figure 5 and 6. The
needle indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.
Figure 6 - Temperature Gauge and Fuel Gauge
FUEL SHUTOFF VALVE
The fuel shutoff valve is shown in Figure 7. To open
the fuel shutoff valve, move the handle so
Figure 7 - Fuel Shutoff Valve
that it points straight up and down. To close the fuel
shutoff valve, move the handle to the horizontal
position. Always shut off the valve ‘A/hen servicing
any portion of the fuel system.
WARNING LIGHTS
The engine oil pressure, charge indicator, glow plug
indicator and air cleaner warning lights are located
as shown in Figure 5. When the key switch is turned
“ON” these lights will come on. After the engine has
been started, the lights should go out within a few
seconds. If they do not go out:
• Engine oil pressure warning light : Stop the
engine immediately and investigate the
cause. It is important to remember that this
light indicates oil pressure only. The operator
must regularly check the crankcase for proper
oil level.
• Charge indicator warning light : This is an
indication that the charging system is not
operating normally. Investigate the cause as
soon as possible, otherwise the battery will
become fully discharged.
• The glow plug indicator warning light : This
light comes on when turning the key switch to
the “HEAT” position and “START” position.
Refer to page 14 for starting engine
information.
• Air cleaner warning light : This is an
indication that the air cleaner element is
clogged. Disassemble the air cleaner, and
clean. Refer to page 36.
NOTE: Make certain that all warning lights turn on
for a moment when turning the key switch to the
“START” position. If one of the warning lights does
not turn on, the bulb should be replaced.
PROOF-METER
The Proof-Meter is located on the right side of the
instrument panel, Figure 5 The Proof-Meter
indicates: