Valtra HiTech T3 Series User manual

Operator's Manual
T3 Series
HiTech

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About this manual
This operator's manual is for Valtra T3 Series HiTech tractors. The T3 HiTech
models are T133 H, T153 H, T173 H and T193 H.
The manual is meant for agricultural tractors only. If the tractor is used for other
applications, it is the owner's responsibility to ensure compliance with local
regulations. In this case, always contact your dealer first.
The purpose of this manual is to enable the owner and operator to use the tractor
in a proper manner. Providing that the instructions are followed carefully, the
tractor will provide years of service in the tradition of Valtra.
WARNING: Before using the tractor, read and understand all the
instructions in this manual.They must then be strictly followed when
operating and maintaining the tractor.
IMPORTANT: When using the tractor, always follow all valid laws and regulations
even if they are not specifically pointed out in this manual.
The manual contains detailed instructions for operating, servicing and
maintaining the tractor.
Alternative equipment in the manual refers to equipment that can be selected
when ordering the tractor.
Extra equipment refers to equipment which can be bought and installed on the
tractor later.
Due to the continual development of the products, the content of this manual may
not always correspond to the new product. Therefore, we retain the right to make
alterations without prior notification.
Maintenance, repairs and adjustments which are not described in this manual
require special tools and exact technical data. For such work contact your dealer
who has specially trained personnel to help you.
Valtra Inc.
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Tractor serial numbers
When ordering spare parts or service, give the model indication and serial
numbers and, in some cases, the engine, front axle, cab and transmission numbers.
3
T133 H ACxx.x
5
6
xxxxx
7
2
1
4
GUID-91B52FC7-EDE8-4BB8-9403-DE0873CA0857
1. Power take-off identification number
2. Transmission Identification number
3. Type plate EEC
• Model = model indication used by service/spare part department
• Identification number = tractor serial number
4. Tractor serial number
5. Engine number
6. Front axle number
7. Cab number
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Contents
About this manual........................................................................................1
Tractor serial numbers.................................................................................2
1 Safety precautions................................................................................12
1.1 Hazard statements.............................................................................................12
1.2 Safety rules........................................................................................................12
1.2.1 Replacing safety and information signs............................................................12
1.2.2 Maintaining hardware safety............................................................................13
1.2.3 Using tractor safety features............................................................................14
1.2.4 Safe operation..................................................................................................15
1.2.4.1 Following safe operating practices.............................................15
1.2.4.2 Getting into and out of the cab....................................................17
1.2.4.3 Driving on public roads...............................................................17
1.2.4.4 Controlling the driving speed......................................................18
1.2.4.5 Driving downhill...........................................................................18
1.2.4.6 Operating with implements.........................................................19
1.2.4.7 Running with power take-off driven implements or
machines....................................................................................20
1.2.4.8 Using ballast weights..................................................................20
1.2.4.9 Towing........................................................................................21
1.2.4.10 Ensuring personal safety of other people...................................21
1.2.4.11 Fire hazards................................................................................22
1.2.4.12 Handling viton seals subjected to high temperatures.................22
1.2.4.13 After-treatment system...............................................................22
2 Instruments and controls......................................................................24
2.1 Pedals................................................................................................................24
2.2 Dashboard.........................................................................................................24
2.2.1 Agroline instrument panel.................................................................................25
2.2.1.1 Symbols on the Agroline instrument panel display.....................25
2.2.1.2 Indicator lights on the left side of the display..............................26
2.2.1.3 Indicator lights on the right side of the display............................27
2.3 Dashboard.........................................................................................................28
2.3.1 Proline instrument panel ..................................................................................28
2.3.1.1 Symbols on the Proline instrument panel display.......................29
2.3.1.2 Indicator lights on the left side of the display..............................30
2.3.1.3 Indicator lights on the right side of the display............................31
2.4 Controls on the right-hand side..........................................................................33
2.4.1 Driving controls.................................................................................................33
2.4.2 Linkage.............................................................................................................35
2.4.3 Power take-off..................................................................................................36
2.4.4 Auxiliary hydraulics...........................................................................................38
2.4.5 Other controls...................................................................................................39
2.5 Controls on the rear side....................................................................................40
2.5.1 Rear window opening device...........................................................................40
2.5.2 Reverse drive system controls.........................................................................41
2.6 Controls on the left-hand side............................................................................42
2.7 Controls on the front roof console .....................................................................43
2.8 Controls on the right-hand side roof console.....................................................44
2.9 Controls on the forest equipment right-hand side roof console.........................45
2.10 Controls on the left-hand side roof console.......................................................45
2.11 Controls on the forest equipment left-hand side roof console............................46
2.12 Air conditioning controls.....................................................................................46
2.12.1 Manual air conditioning controls ......................................................................46
2.12.2 Automatic air conditioning controls ..................................................................47
2.13 Driver's seat.......................................................................................................48
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2.14 Air suspended driver's seat ...............................................................................49
2.15 Valtra Evolution driver's seat..............................................................................50
2.16 Controls on the rear mudguard..........................................................................51
2.17 Controls on the bonnet.......................................................................................51
2.18 Rear controls and connections outside the cab.................................................52
3 Operation..............................................................................................53
3.1 Running the tractor in.........................................................................................53
3.2 Preparing for use...............................................................................................53
3.2.1 Adjusting the driver's seat................................................................................53
3.2.2 Adjusting the air-suspended driver's seat........................................................55
3.2.3 Adjusting the Valtra Evolution driver's seat......................................................58
3.2.4 Adjusting the armrest.......................................................................................61
3.2.5 Adjusting the steering wheel............................................................................62
3.2.6 Adjusting standard mirrors ..............................................................................63
3.2.7 Adjusting optional mirrors.................................................................................63
3.2.8 Heating mirrors.................................................................................................64
3.2.9 Using the windscreen wiper and washer..........................................................64
3.2.10 Using the rear window wiper............................................................................65
3.2.11 Using the rear window washer.........................................................................65
3.2.12 Power shuttle lever...........................................................................................66
3.2.13 Using the main switch......................................................................................67
3.2.14 Control stop......................................................................................................67
3.2.15 Using the control stop.......................................................................................68
3.2.16 Using the ignition switch...................................................................................68
3.2.17 Using the roof hatch.........................................................................................70
3.3 Starting the tractor.............................................................................................70
3.3.1 Starting under normal conditions......................................................................70
3.3.2 Starting under cold conditions..........................................................................72
3.3.3 Starting with an auxiliary battery......................................................................73
3.4 Using lights........................................................................................................73
3.4.1 Using headlights...............................................................................................73
3.4.2 Using upper headlights.....................................................................................74
3.4.3 Using working lights.........................................................................................74
3.4.4 Using the trailer hitch light................................................................................75
3.4.5 Using the cab light............................................................................................76
3.5 Using notification devices..................................................................................77
3.5.1 Using the direction indicators...........................................................................77
3.5.2 Using the horn..................................................................................................77
3.5.3 Using the rotating warning light........................................................................78
3.5.4 Using hazard warning flashers ........................................................................78
3.6 Heating and ventilation......................................................................................79
3.6.1 Using the heater...............................................................................................79
3.6.2 Controlling ventilation nozzles and air recirculation.........................................80
3.6.3 Using the manual air conditioning....................................................................81
3.6.4 Automatic air conditioning................................................................................82
3.6.4.1 Air conditioning control panel......................................................82
3.6.4.2 Activating air conditioning when the battery has been
disconnected...............................................................................83
3.6.4.3 Air conditioning control...............................................................83
3.6.4.4 Controlling the fan.......................................................................84
3.6.4.5 Automatic air conditioning system on/off button.........................85
3.6.4.6 Temperature view.......................................................................85
3.6.4.7 Temperature control...................................................................85
3.6.4.8 Defrosting...................................................................................86
3.6.4.9 Selecting air recirculation............................................................87
3.7 Power outlets.....................................................................................................88
3.7.1 Lighter..............................................................................................................88
3.7.2 Using the two-pin power socket and power switch...........................................88
3.7.3 Three-pin power socket....................................................................................89
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3.7.4 Trailer socket....................................................................................................90
3.7.5 Two-pin power socket on the bonnet...............................................................91
3.8 Driving the tractor...............................................................................................91
3.8.1 Steering............................................................................................................91
3.8.2 Power shuttle....................................................................................................91
3.8.3 Using the power shuttle lever...........................................................................92
3.8.4 Adjusting the power shuttle engagement speed .............................................93
3.8.5 Using the parking brake...................................................................................94
3.8.6 Using the clutch pedal......................................................................................96
3.8.7 Adjusting the clutch pedal engagement position..............................................96
3.8.8 Braking.............................................................................................................98
3.8.9 Using the emergency brake.............................................................................98
3.8.10 Starting to drive................................................................................................99
3.8.11 Transmission system......................................................................................100
3.8.11.1 Speed matching........................................................................101
3.8.11.2 Selecting the range gear...........................................................101
3.8.11.3 Selecting the speed gear..........................................................102
3.8.11.4 Using Powershift.......................................................................102
3.8.11.5 Preprogramming gear for driving direction changing................103
3.8.11.6 Using the shifting automatics....................................................105
3.8.11.7 Programming shifting automatics.............................................106
3.8.12 Parking the tractor..........................................................................................108
3.8.13 Refueling the tractor.......................................................................................108
3.8.13.1 Filling the fuel tank....................................................................108
3.8.13.2 Filling the AdBlue/DEF tank......................................................109
3.8.14 Cruise control.................................................................................................110
3.8.14.1 Cruise control switches.............................................................111
3.8.14.2 Programming the driving speed cruise control.........................111
3.8.14.3 Activating and deactivating the driving speed cruise
control ......................................................................................112
3.8.14.4 Programming the engine speed cruise control.........................113
3.8.14.5 Activating and deactivating the engine speed cruise
control.......................................................................................113
3.8.14.6 Decreasing the cruise control setting........................................114
3.8.14.7 Increasing the cruise control setting.........................................114
3.8.15 Automatic traction control...............................................................................115
3.8.16 Using the automatic traction control...............................................................116
3.8.17 Front axle air suspension...............................................................................117
3.8.18 Disengaging the front axle air suspension.....................................................117
3.8.19 AutoComfort cab suspension.........................................................................118
3.8.19.1 Adjusting AutoComfort cab suspension....................................119
3.8.19.2 Calibrating AutoComfort cab suspension.................................119
3.8.20 Differential lock...............................................................................................121
3.8.21 Engaging and disengaging the differential lock..............................................121
3.8.22 Four-wheel drive.............................................................................................122
3.8.23 Engaging and disengaging the four-wheel drive............................................123
3.8.24 Driving start automatics..................................................................................123
3.8.25 Setting the driving start automatics................................................................123
3.8.26 Reverse drive system.....................................................................................125
3.8.27 Permitted driving inclinations for driving the tractor on a slope......................126
3.9 Proline instrument panel display......................................................................126
3.9.1 Fixed views.....................................................................................................127
3.9.2 Selecting a view.............................................................................................127
3.9.3 Top and middle row views..............................................................................128
3.9.3.1 Working time view.....................................................................129
3.9.3.2 Cruise control view...................................................................129
3.9.3.3 Driving speed view....................................................................130
3.9.3.4 Wheel slip view.........................................................................130
3.9.3.5 Rear power take-off speed view...............................................130
3.9.3.6 Front power take-off speed view...............................................131
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3.9.3.7 Engine speed view....................................................................131
3.9.3.8 Fuel consumption views...........................................................131
3.9.3.9 Rear lower links' position view..................................................133
3.9.3.10 Front lower links' position view.................................................133
3.9.3.11 Sigma Power view....................................................................134
3.9.3.12 Gearbox temperature view.......................................................134
3.9.3.13 Travel distance view.................................................................135
3.9.3.14 Surface area view.....................................................................135
3.9.4 Periodical maintenance view..........................................................................136
3.9.4.1 Clearing the periodical maintenance view................................136
3.9.5 Resetting views..............................................................................................137
3.9.6 Enlarging the middle row................................................................................137
3.9.7 Changing parameters.....................................................................................138
3.9.7.1 Activating and exiting the setting mode....................................138
3.9.7.2 Changing the parameter value.................................................139
3.9.7.3 Setting the display backlight level.............................................139
3.9.7.4 Setting the implement width......................................................140
3.9.7.5 Changing the hour display........................................................140
3.9.7.6 Changing the minute display....................................................140
3.9.7.7 Changing the clock mode.........................................................141
3.9.7.8 Activating the direction indicator buzzer...................................141
3.9.7.9 Changing the temperature unit.................................................141
3.9.7.10 Changing the length unit...........................................................142
3.9.7.11 Changing the volume unit.........................................................142
3.9.7.12 Activating and deactivating the front power take-off speed
view...........................................................................................143
3.9.7.13 Activating and deactivating the front lower links' position
view...........................................................................................143
3.9.7.14 Adjusting the display contrast...................................................143
3.10 Agroline instrument panel display....................................................................144
3.10.1 Fixed views.....................................................................................................144
3.10.2 Selecting a view.............................................................................................145
3.10.3 Top and bottom row views.............................................................................145
3.10.3.1 Travel distance view.................................................................146
3.10.3.2 Rear power take-off speed view...............................................146
3.10.3.3 Front power take-off speed view...............................................146
3.10.3.4 Clock.........................................................................................147
3.10.3.5 Gearbox temperature view.......................................................147
3.10.3.6 Rear lower links' position view..................................................147
3.10.4 Periodical maintenance view..........................................................................148
3.10.4.1 Clearing the periodical maintenance view................................148
3.10.5 Resetting views..............................................................................................149
3.10.6 Changing parameters.....................................................................................150
3.10.6.1 Activating and exiting the setting mode....................................150
3.10.6.2 Setting the display backlight level.............................................150
3.10.6.3 Resetting time...........................................................................151
3.10.6.4 Changing the clock mode.........................................................151
3.10.6.5 Changing the Agroline tyre parameters for different tyres........152
3.11 A-pillar display..................................................................................................152
3.11.1 Power shuttle section.....................................................................................153
3.11.2 Transmission section......................................................................................153
3.11.3 General information section...........................................................................153
3.11.4 Changing general information section views..................................................154
3.12 Rear linkage.....................................................................................................155
3.12.1 Diagnose light.................................................................................................156
3.12.2 Activating the linkage.....................................................................................156
3.12.3 Using the lift/stop/lower switch.......................................................................157
3.12.4 Using the position control knob......................................................................157
3.12.5 Using the linkage floating position..................................................................158
3.12.6 Using the lift/lower switch and lift/lower push buttons....................................159
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3.12.7 Lift/lower indicator lights ................................................................................160
3.12.8 Setting the lowering speed.............................................................................160
3.12.9 Limiting the lifting height.................................................................................161
3.12.10 Draft control....................................................................................................161
3.12.11 Activating and deactivating the draft control...................................................162
3.12.12 Passing the position set by the position control knob....................................162
3.12.13 Passing the height set by the lifting height selector.......................................163
3.12.14 Using the drive balance control .....................................................................164
3.12.15 Slip control......................................................................................................165
3.12.16 Using the slip control......................................................................................166
3.13 Three-point linkage..........................................................................................167
3.13.1 Attaching implements.....................................................................................168
3.13.2 Using quick couplings for lower links .............................................................169
3.13.2.1 Setting the release cable for lower link quick couplings ..........170
3.13.3 Adjusting lifting links ......................................................................................172
3.13.4 Adjusting lower links.......................................................................................172
3.13.5 Adjusting check links......................................................................................173
3.13.5.1 Adjusting the check links' length...............................................173
3.13.5.2 Adjusting the check links' support.............................................173
3.13.6 Automatic check links ....................................................................................174
3.13.6.1 Adjusting thread-adjustable check links....................................174
3.13.6.2 Adjusting pin-adjustable check links.........................................176
3.13.6.3 Using the floating position of automatic check links.................176
3.14 Auxiliary hydraulics..........................................................................................177
3.14.1 Controlling the auxiliary hydraulics rear valves .............................................178
3.14.2 Setting valves for single-action or double-action............................................179
3.14.3 Using quick-action couplings .........................................................................179
3.14.4 Connecting an external hydraulic motor to the auxiliary hydraulics...............180
3.15 Using the front linkage.....................................................................................181
3.15.1 Setting front linkage lifting link positions.........................................................182
3.16 Using the Valtra front loader............................................................................183
3.16.1 Using the Valtra Quick front loader coupling plate.........................................185
3.16.2 Softdrive.........................................................................................................185
3.16.3 Locking the equipment...................................................................................186
3.16.4 Using the continuous floating position............................................................187
3.16.5 Using the floating position with joystick buttons.............................................188
3.16.6 Controlling the extra cylinder with the change valve......................................189
3.17 Power take-off..................................................................................................190
3.17.1 Attaching implements to the power take-off...................................................190
3.17.2 Rear power take-off........................................................................................192
3.17.2.1 Recommended rear power take-off shafts................................193
3.17.2.2 Activating rear power take-off...................................................194
3.17.2.3 Starting rear power take-off......................................................195
3.17.2.4 Stopping rear power take-off temporarily..................................196
3.17.2.5 Deactivating rear power take-off...............................................197
3.17.2.6 Stopping the rear power take-off in emergency........................198
3.17.2.7 Using the rear power take-off automatic stop...........................199
3.17.2.8 Proportional ground speed power take-off................................200
3.17.2.9 Adjusting the rear power take-off engagement.........................201
3.17.3 Front power take-off.......................................................................................203
3.17.3.1 Activating and deactivating front power take-off.......................204
3.18 Implement signal connection...........................................................................205
3.18.1 Resetting the implement signal connection....................................................206
3.19 Valtra ISOBUS.................................................................................................206
3.19.1 ISOBUS implement connector.......................................................................208
3.19.2 ISOBUS terminal connector...........................................................................208
3.19.3 Bus extension connectors..............................................................................209
3.19.4 Resetting the ISOBUS connection.................................................................210
3.20 Towing devices................................................................................................210
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3.20.1 Pick-up hitch...................................................................................................210
3.20.1.1 Unlatching the pick-up hitch equipped with mechanical
unlatching system ....................................................................210
3.20.1.2 Unlatching the pick-up hitch equipped with hydraulic
unlatching system.....................................................................211
3.20.1.3 Latching the pick-up hitch.........................................................213
3.20.2 Agricultural drawbar devices..........................................................................214
3.20.3 Towing device frames ...................................................................................215
3.20.3.1 Adjusting the jaw height............................................................216
3.20.3.2 Attaching to the mechanical jaw...............................................218
3.20.3.3 Attaching to the automatic jaw..................................................218
3.20.4 Euro pick-up hitch...........................................................................................220
3.20.5 Euro pick-up hitch with hydraulic extension...................................................222
3.20.5.1 Unlatching the hydraulically extended Euro pick-up hitch........222
3.20.5.2 Extending the Euro pick-up hitch..............................................223
3.20.5.3 Latching the hydraulically extended Euro pick-up hitch............224
3.20.5.4 Changing the pick-up hitch or drawbar.....................................226
3.21 Air pressure system.........................................................................................228
3.22 Trailer...............................................................................................................229
3.22.1 Trailer air pressure brakes.............................................................................230
3.22.2 Trailer fluid brake valve..................................................................................231
4 Maintenance.......................................................................................232
4.1 Maintenance schedule.....................................................................................232
4.2 Service inspection............................................................................................232
4.3 Performing maintenance tasks........................................................................233
4.3.1 Cleaning the tractor........................................................................................234
4.3.1.1 Cleaning the engine compartment............................................235
4.3.1.2 Cleaning front axle suspension bellows....................................235
4.3.1.3 Cleaning polycarbonate windows.............................................235
4.3.2 Greasing lubricating points fitted with grease nipples....................................236
4.3.3 Supporting the tractor.....................................................................................236
4.4 Recommended fuel and lubricants..................................................................238
4.4.1 Fuel................................................................................................................238
4.4.1.1 Quality requirements for engine fuel.........................................238
4.4.1.2 Storing fuel................................................................................238
4.4.1.3 Storing AdBlue/DEF..................................................................238
4.4.1.4 Biodiesel fuel............................................................................239
4.4.2 Grease............................................................................................................239
4.4.2.1 Universal Grease - NLGI2 universal grease.............................239
4.4.2.2 Calsium LF - NLGI2 calsium grease LF....................................240
4.4.2.3 Grease Moly - NLGI2 moly grease...........................................240
4.5 Storing the tractor............................................................................................240
4.5.1 Storing the tractor for a period shorter than two months................................240
4.5.2 Storing the tractor for a period longer than two months.................................241
4.6 Running the tractor in after storage.................................................................241
4.6.1 Running the tractor in after a storing period shorter than two months...........241
4.6.2 Running the tractor in after a storing period longer than two months............242
4.7 Periodical maintenance....................................................................................242
4.7.1 Periodical maintenance chart.........................................................................243
4.7.2 Daily maintenance..........................................................................................245
4.7.2.1 Checking the engine oil level....................................................245
4.7.2.2 Checking the oil level in the transmission system....................246
4.7.2.3 Checking the coolant level........................................................247
4.7.2.4 Cleaning radiators.....................................................................248
4.7.3 Weekly maintenance......................................................................................248
4.7.3.1 Greasing the three-point linkage...............................................248
4.7.3.2 Checking the pick-up hitch........................................................249
4.7.3.3 Greasing the pick-up hitch........................................................249
4.7.3.4 Maintaining the front linkage.....................................................250
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