Valtra Versu N Series User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
N SERIES
Versu
Ref no 39 893 21 3 ( 08/2015 )
YOUR
WORKING
MACHINE

About this manual
This operator's manual is for the Valtra N Series Versu tractors. The N Series
Versu models are N134 V, N154e V, N174 V.
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.
Optional equipment in the manual refers to equipment that can be selected when
ordering the tractor.
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.
2
5
1
7
6
4
3
GUID-B63388E9-B3FA-45BB-BB8B-DFD2887A58F4
1. Cab number and Type plate EEC
• Model = model indication
• Identification number = tractor serial number
2. Power take-off identification number
3. Engine number
4. Tractor serial number
5. Transmission Identification number
6. Tractor technical details used by service/spare part department
7. Front axle number
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Contents
About this manual........................................................................................1
Tractor serial numbers.................................................................................2
1 Safety precautions................................................................................14
1.1 Hazard statements.............................................................................................14
1.2 Safety rules........................................................................................................ 14
1.2.1 Replacing safety and information signs............................................................14
1.2.2 Safety signs......................................................................................................14
1.2.3 Maintaining hardware safety............................................................................ 23
1.2.4 Using safety features........................................................................................24
1.2.5 Safe operation..................................................................................................27
1.2.5.1 Following safe operating practices............................................. 27
1.2.5.2 Getting into and out of the cab....................................................32
1.2.5.3 Driving on public roads............................................................... 32
1.2.5.4 Controlling the driving speed...................................................... 33
1.2.5.5 Driving downhill...........................................................................33
1.2.5.6 Permitted driving inclinations...................................................... 33
1.2.5.7 Operating with implements......................................................... 34
1.2.5.8 Running with power take-off driven implements or machines.... 35
1.2.5.9 Using ballast weights.................................................................. 35
1.2.5.10 Towing........................................................................................ 36
1.2.5.11 Ensuring personal safety of other people................................... 36
1.2.5.12 Fire hazards................................................................................37
1.2.5.13 Handling viton seals subjected to high temperatures................. 37
1.2.5.14 Aftertreatment system.................................................................38
1.2.5.15 Working with the front loader...................................................... 38
1.2.5.16 Repair and maintenance.............................................................39
2 Instruments and controls...................................................................... 40
2.1 One-key locking system.....................................................................................40
2.2 Pedals................................................................................................................ 40
2.3 Dashboard......................................................................................................... 41
2.4 Control panel for A-pillar display and Proline.....................................................42
2.5 Proline instrument panel ................................................................................... 42
2.5.1 Symbols on the Proline instrument panel display.............................................43
2.5.2 Indicator lights on the left side of the display....................................................44
2.5.3 Indicator lights on the right side of the display................................................. 45
2.6 Controls on the right-hand side..........................................................................47
2.6.1 Tractor terminal................................................................................................ 47
2.6.2 Driving controls.................................................................................................48
2.6.3 Linkage.............................................................................................................49
2.6.3.1 Rear linkage................................................................................49
2.6.3.2 Front linkage............................................................................... 50
2.6.4 Power take-off.................................................................................................. 51
2.6.4.1 Rear power take-off.................................................................... 51
2.6.4.2 Front power take-off....................................................................52
2.6.5 Auxiliary hydraulics...........................................................................................52
2.6.6 Other controls...................................................................................................53
2.6.7 Main power emergency button.........................................................................54
2.7 Controls on the rear side....................................................................................54
2.7.1 Rear window opening latch.............................................................................. 54
2.7.2 Additional wipers.............................................................................................. 55
2.7.3 Reverse drive system controls......................................................................... 55
2.8 Controls on the left-hand side............................................................................ 56
2.9 Controls on the right-hand side roof console .................................................... 57
2.10 Controls on the Skyview equipment right-hand side roof console .................... 58
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2.11 Working light controls.........................................................................................59
2.12 Air conditioning controls.....................................................................................60
2.12.1 Automatic air conditioning and additional heater controls................................60
2.12.2 Manual air conditioning and additional heater controls.................................... 60
2.12.3 Manual air conditioning.................................................................................... 61
2.12.4 Heater controls.................................................................................................61
2.13 Operator's seat...................................................................................................62
2.13.1 Air suspended operator's seat..........................................................................62
2.13.2 Valtra Evolution operator's seat....................................................................... 63
2.14 Controls on the rear mudguard.......................................................................... 64
2.15 Front end controls and connections...................................................................65
2.16 Rear controls and connections outside the cab................................................. 67
3 Operation..............................................................................................69
3.1 Running the tractor in.........................................................................................69
3.2 Preparing for use............................................................................................... 69
3.2.1 Adjusting the air-suspended driver's seat........................................................ 69
3.2.2 Adjusting the Valtra Evolution driver's seat...................................................... 72
3.2.3 Adjusting the right-side armrest........................................................................76
3.2.4 Adjusting the steering wheel............................................................................ 76
3.2.5 Adjusting standard mirrors............................................................................... 77
3.2.6 Adjusting optional mirrors.................................................................................78
3.2.7 Heating mirrors.................................................................................................78
3.2.8 Using the windscreen wiper and washer..........................................................79
3.2.9 Using the side window wiper and washer........................................................ 79
3.2.10 Using the rear window wiper and washer.........................................................80
3.2.11 Using the roof window wiper and washer.........................................................80
3.2.12 Using the window heaters................................................................................ 81
3.2.13 Power shuttle lever...........................................................................................82
3.2.14 Control stop......................................................................................................83
3.2.15 Using the control stop.......................................................................................83
3.2.16 Using the ignition switch...................................................................................83
3.2.17 Main power.......................................................................................................85
3.2.18 Using the main power emergency button.........................................................85
3.2.19 Using the roof hatch......................................................................................... 86
3.3 Starting the tractor............................................................................................. 87
3.3.1 Starting under normal conditions......................................................................87
3.3.2 Starting under cold conditions..........................................................................89
3.3.3 Starting with an auxiliary battery...................................................................... 90
3.4 Using lights........................................................................................................ 91
3.4.1 Using the light switch........................................................................................91
3.4.2 Using the follow-me-home functionality............................................................93
3.4.3 Using the working lights................................................................................... 93
3.4.4 Using the cab light............................................................................................94
3.4.5 Using the torch................................................................................................. 95
3.5 Using notification devices.................................................................................. 96
3.5.1 Using turn signals.............................................................................................96
3.5.2 Using the horn..................................................................................................97
3.5.3 Using the rotary beacon light............................................................................97
3.5.4 Using hazard lights...........................................................................................98
3.6 Heating and ventilation...................................................................................... 98
3.6.1 Using the heater...............................................................................................98
3.6.2 Using the manual air conditioning.................................................................... 99
3.6.3 Using the manual air conditioning and additional heater................................. 99
3.6.4 Automatic air conditioning.............................................................................. 100
3.6.4.1 Automatic air conditioning control panel and display................101
3.6.4.2 Using the automatic air conditioning.........................................102
3.6.4.3 Using ECO mode......................................................................102
3.6.4.4 Using the additional heater....................................................... 103
3.6.4.5 Using defrost.............................................................................104
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3.6.5 Fuel-operated heater......................................................................................105
3.6.5.1 Installing SIM card to the mobile controlled heater...................105
3.7 Power outlets................................................................................................... 106
3.7.1 Lighter and power outlets...............................................................................106
3.7.2 Using the two-pin current socket and power switch....................................... 107
3.7.3 Three-pin current socket................................................................................ 107
3.7.4 Trailer socket..................................................................................................108
3.8 Driving the tractor.............................................................................................109
3.8.1 Notifications about steering............................................................................109
3.8.2 Power shuttle..................................................................................................110
3.8.3 Parking brake................................................................................................. 110
3.8.4 Using the power shuttle lever.........................................................................111
3.8.5 Adjusting the power shuttle engagement speed ........................................... 113
3.8.6 Clutch pedal................................................................................................... 114
3.8.6.1 Using the clutch pedal while driving..........................................114
3.8.6.2 Adjusting the clutch pedal engagement position...................... 114
3.8.7 Braking........................................................................................................... 116
3.8.8 Using the emergency brake button................................................................ 116
3.8.9 Using the emergency brake lever...................................................................117
3.8.10 Starting to drive.............................................................................................. 118
3.8.11 Transmission system......................................................................................119
3.8.11.1 Speed matching........................................................................120
3.8.11.2 Selecting the speed range........................................................ 120
3.8.11.3 Selecting the creeper speed range...........................................122
3.8.11.4 Using Powershift.......................................................................123
3.8.11.5 Preprogramming gear for driving direction changing................124
3.8.11.6 Using the shifting automatics....................................................126
3.8.11.7 Programming shifting automatics............................................. 128
3.8.11.8 Using the Powershift limiter...................................................... 130
3.8.11.9 Programming automatic shifting between speed ranges C
and D........................................................................................ 131
3.8.12 Using the EcoPower mode.............................................................................132
3.8.13 Parking the tractor..........................................................................................133
3.8.14 Refuelling the tractor...................................................................................... 133
3.8.14.1 Filling the fuel tank....................................................................133
3.8.14.2 Filling the AdBlue/DEF tank......................................................136
3.8.15 Cruise control................................................................................................. 138
3.8.15.1 Cruise control buttons...............................................................139
3.8.15.2 Programming the driving speed cruise control......................... 140
3.8.15.3 Activating and deactivating the driving speed cruise control ... 140
3.8.15.4 Programming the engine speed cruise control......................... 142
3.8.15.5 Activating and deactivating the engine speed cruise control.... 142
3.8.16 Automatic traction control...............................................................................143
3.8.17 Front axle suspension and cab suspension................................................... 144
3.8.17.1 Front axle suspension...............................................................144
3.8.17.2 AutoComfort cab suspension....................................................144
3.8.17.3 Using the hydraulic front suspension and AutoComfort............144
3.8.17.4 Calibrating the hydraulic front suspension and AutoComfort....145
3.8.18 Differential lock...............................................................................................146
3.8.18.1 Differential lock......................................................................... 146
3.8.18.2 Engaging and disengaging the differential lock........................ 147
3.8.19 Four-wheel drive.............................................................................................148
3.8.19.1 Four-wheel drive....................................................................... 148
3.8.19.2 Engaging and disengaging the four-wheel drive.......................149
3.8.20 Driving start automatics..................................................................................149
3.8.20.1 Driving start automatics............................................................ 149
3.8.20.2 Setting the driving start automatics...........................................150
3.8.21 Anti-slip regulation..........................................................................................151
3.8.21.1 Anti-slip regulation.................................................................... 151
3.8.21.2 Using the anti-slip regulation.................................................... 152
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3.8.22 QuickSteer......................................................................................................153
3.8.22.1 QuickSteer................................................................................ 153
3.8.22.2 Using QuickSteer......................................................................154
3.8.22.3 Resetting QuickSteer................................................................154
3.8.23 TwinTrac reverse drive system...................................................................... 155
3.8.23.1 TwinTrac reverse drive system.................................................155
3.8.23.2 Activating and deactivating TwinTrac....................................... 155
3.8.23.3 Using TwinTrac with QuickSteer...............................................156
3.8.24 HillHold...........................................................................................................157
3.8.24.1 HillHold..................................................................................... 157
3.8.24.2 Using HillHold........................................................................... 157
3.9 Displays........................................................................................................... 158
3.9.1 Adjusting display brightness...........................................................................158
3.10 Proline instrument panel display...................................................................... 159
3.10.1 Fixed views.....................................................................................................159
3.10.2 Single-row and two-row views........................................................................160
3.10.2.1 Working time view.....................................................................161
3.10.2.2 Battery voltage view..................................................................161
3.10.2.3 Cruise control view................................................................... 161
3.10.2.4 Driving speed view....................................................................162
3.10.2.5 Wheel slip view......................................................................... 163
3.10.2.6 Rear power take-off speed view............................................... 163
3.10.2.7 Front power take-off speed view...............................................164
3.10.2.8 Engine speed view....................................................................164
3.10.2.9 Fuel consumption views........................................................... 164
3.10.2.10 Rear lower links' position view..................................................166
3.10.2.11 Gearbox temperature view....................................................... 166
3.10.2.12 Travel distance and surface area view..................................... 167
3.10.3 Periodical maintenance view..........................................................................167
3.10.3.1 Clearing the periodical maintenance view................................ 168
3.10.4 Resetting views.............................................................................................. 169
3.10.5 Changing parameters.....................................................................................169
3.10.5.1 Activating and exiting the setting mode.................................... 169
3.10.5.2 Changing the parameter value................................................. 170
3.10.5.3 Setting the implement width......................................................171
3.10.5.4 Changing the hour display........................................................ 171
3.10.5.5 Changing the minute display.................................................... 172
3.10.5.6 Changing the clock mode......................................................... 172
3.10.5.7 Activating the direction indicator buzzer................................... 172
3.10.5.8 Changing the temperature unit................................................. 173
3.10.5.9 Changing the length unit...........................................................173
3.10.5.10 Changing the volume unit......................................................... 174
3.10.5.11 Activating and deactivating the front power take-off speed
view...........................................................................................174
3.10.5.12 Adjusting the display contrast................................................... 175
3.11 A-pillar display..................................................................................................175
3.11.1 A-pillar display control panel.......................................................................... 176
3.11.2 Drive display...................................................................................................176
3.11.2.1 Power shuttle section................................................................176
3.11.2.2 Transmission section................................................................ 177
3.11.2.3 General information section......................................................178
3.11.2.4 Changing general information section views............................ 180
3.12 Tractor terminal................................................................................................180
3.12.1 Tractor terminal control button functions........................................................181
3.12.2 Entering menus.............................................................................................. 181
3.12.3 Power shuttle-related drive view symbols...................................................... 183
3.12.4 Transmission-related drive view symbols.......................................................184
3.12.5 General information drive view symbols.........................................................184
3.12.6 Pop-up views..................................................................................................186
3.12.7 Entering the large drive view..........................................................................187
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3.12.8 Split drive view............................................................................................... 187
3.12.9 Entering the split drive view............................................................................188
3.12.10 Changing the lower field views.......................................................................188
3.12.11 Lower field views............................................................................................189
3.12.11.1 Power take-off speed views......................................................190
3.12.11.2 Engine speed view....................................................................191
3.12.11.3 Rear hydraulic valve settings view............................................191
3.12.11.4 Front hydraulic valve settings view........................................... 191
3.12.11.5 Gearbox temperature view....................................................... 192
3.12.11.6 Working hydraulics oil temperature view.................................. 192
3.12.11.7 Rear lower link position view.................................................... 193
3.12.11.8 Wheel slip view......................................................................... 193
3.12.11.9 Working time view.....................................................................193
3.12.11.10 Travel distance view................................................................. 194
3.12.11.11 Surface area view..................................................................... 195
3.12.11.12 Fuel consumption views........................................................... 195
3.12.11.13 Battery voltage view..................................................................197
3.12.11.14 Urea level view......................................................................... 197
3.12.11.15 Cruise control view................................................................... 198
3.12.12 Entering the hydraulics settings view............................................................. 198
3.12.13 Hydraulics view symbols................................................................................ 199
3.12.14 Selecting the display theme........................................................................... 200
3.12.15 Changing units............................................................................................... 200
3.12.16 Changing parameters.....................................................................................202
3.12.16.1 Setting the implement width......................................................202
3.12.16.2 Editing counters........................................................................ 203
3.12.16.3 Resetting counters....................................................................203
3.12.17 Transmission settings view............................................................................ 204
3.12.17.1 Selecting the transmission settings memory slot......................205
3.12.17.2 Resetting the transmission settings memory slot values to
default....................................................................................... 205
3.12.18 Tractor information view.................................................................................206
3.12.19 I/O query view................................................................................................ 206
3.13 Rear linkage.....................................................................................................207
3.13.1 Diagnostic light...............................................................................................208
3.13.2 Lifting/lowering indicator lights ...................................................................... 209
3.13.3 Activating the linkage..................................................................................... 209
3.13.4 Using the lift/stop/lower switch....................................................................... 210
3.13.5 Using the position control knob...................................................................... 210
3.13.6 Overriding the position set by position control knob.......................................212
3.13.7 Using the linkage floating position..................................................................213
3.13.8 Using the lifting/lowering switch..................................................................... 214
3.13.9 Using the lifting/lowering push buttons...........................................................214
3.13.10 Setting the lowering speed.............................................................................215
3.13.11 Limiting the lifting height.................................................................................216
3.13.12 Draft control....................................................................................................216
3.13.12.1 Activating and deactivating the draft control............................. 217
3.13.13 Drive balance control......................................................................................217
3.13.13.1 Using the drive balance control ............................................... 218
3.13.14 Slip control......................................................................................................218
3.13.14.1 Using the slip control................................................................ 219
3.14 Three-point linkage.......................................................................................... 220
3.14.1 Attaching implements.....................................................................................221
3.14.2 Using quick couplings for lower links .............................................................223
3.14.3 Adjusting lift links............................................................................................225
3.14.3.1 Adjusting lift links ..................................................................... 225
3.14.3.2 Adjusting hydraulic lift link ........................................................226
3.14.4 Adjusting lower links ......................................................................................226
3.14.5 Adjusting side limiters.....................................................................................227
3.14.6 Automatic side limiters .................................................................................. 228
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3.14.6.1 Setting automatic side limiters to fixed position........................ 228
3.14.6.2 Setting automatic side limiters to floating position.................... 229
3.15 Auxiliary hydraulics.......................................................................................... 230
3.15.1 Auxiliary hydraulic controls and functions...................................................... 231
3.15.1.1 Activating and deactivating the auxiliary hydraulics..................232
3.15.1.2 Selecting joystick functions for auxiliary hydraulics.................. 233
3.15.1.3 Selecting predefined settings for auxiliary hydraulics valves ...233
3.15.1.4 Controlling the auxiliary hydraulics rear valves 1 and 2
and front valves 1F and 2F....................................................... 235
3.15.1.5 Controlling the auxiliary hydraulics rear valves 3, 4 and 5
and front valves 3F and 4F....................................................... 236
3.15.1.6 Using the auxiliary hydraulics on/off valves.............................. 237
3.15.1.7 Controlling the rear valve 1 from rear mudguard push
buttons...................................................................................... 238
3.15.1.8 Using the front linkage shut-off valve .......................................239
3.15.2 Changing the auxiliary hydraulics settings..................................................... 240
3.15.2.1 Auxiliary hydraulic control's safety time out.............................. 241
3.15.2.2 Adjusting the auxiliary hydraulic control's safety time out
speed limit.................................................................................242
3.15.2.3 Activating and deactivating the hydraulics assistant.................243
3.15.2.4 Activating and deactivating the position locking....................... 244
3.15.2.5 Activating and deactivating the floating position ...................... 245
3.15.3 Connecting to the valves................................................................................245
3.15.3.1 Using quick couplings............................................................... 245
3.15.3.2 Using Power Beyond couplings................................................ 246
3.15.3.3 Using a hydraulic valve as a single-action valve...................... 248
3.15.3.4 Connecting an external hydraulic motor to the auxiliary
hydraulics..................................................................................248
3.16 Front linkage.................................................................................................... 248
3.16.1 Using the front linkage....................................................................................248
3.16.2 Using the front linkage connected to the rear valves..................................... 250
3.16.3 Setting front linkage lifting link positions.........................................................251
3.17 Pivoting front linkage........................................................................................253
3.17.1 Pivoting front linkage......................................................................................253
3.17.1.1 Using the pivoting front linkage.................................................253
3.17.2 Valtra LHLink..................................................................................................254
3.17.2.1 Activating and deactivating the Valtra LHLink.......................... 254
3.17.2.2 Adjusting the turning ratio......................................................... 255
3.17.2.3 Limiting the turning range......................................................... 256
3.17.2.4 Adjusting the offset pivot...........................................................257
3.17.3 Setting lifting link positions............................................................................. 257
3.18 Valtra front loader............................................................................................ 259
3.18.1 Using the Valtra front loader...........................................................................259
3.18.2 Using the Valtra Quick front loader coupling device.......................................261
3.18.3 Using Softdrive...............................................................................................261
3.18.4 Locking the equipment................................................................................... 262
3.18.5 Controlling the extra cylinder with the change valve...................................... 263
3.19 Power take-off..................................................................................................263
3.19.1 Attaching implements to the power take-off................................................... 263
3.19.2 Rear power take-off........................................................................................265
3.19.2.1 Recommended rear power take-off shafts................................267
3.19.2.2 Activating rear power take-off................................................... 268
3.19.2.3 Starting rear power take-off...................................................... 269
3.19.2.4 Stopping rear power take-off temporarily..................................270
3.19.2.5 Deactivating rear power take-off...............................................271
3.19.2.6 Stopping the rear power take-off in emergency........................272
3.19.2.7 Using the rear power take-off automatic start/stop................... 274
3.19.2.8 Proportional ground speed power take-off................................275
3.19.2.9 Adjusting the rear power take-off engagement.........................276
3.19.3 Front power take-off....................................................................................... 278
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3.19.3.1 Activating and deactivating front power take-off....................... 279
3.20 U-Pilot headland automatics............................................................................ 279
3.20.1 U-Pilot operating requirements.......................................................................280
3.20.2 U-Pilot controls...............................................................................................280
3.20.3 U-Pilot view.................................................................................................... 281
3.20.4 U-Pilot view symbols...................................................................................... 281
3.20.5 U-Pilot programme examples.........................................................................283
3.20.6 Using U-Pilot programmes............................................................................. 284
3.20.6.1 Selecting a U-Pilot programme.................................................284
3.20.6.2 Recording a U-Pilot programme............................................... 285
3.20.6.3 Previewing a U-Pilot programme.............................................. 287
3.20.6.4 Running a U-Pilot programme.................................................. 288
3.20.7 Managing U-Pilot programmes.......................................................................290
3.20.7.1 Adding a new U-Pilot programme.............................................290
3.20.7.2 Renaming a U-Pilot programme............................................... 290
3.20.7.3 Removing a U-Pilot programme............................................... 291
3.20.7.4 Recovering a deleted U-Pilot programme.................................292
3.20.8 Editing U-Pilot programmes........................................................................... 292
3.20.8.1 Entering the programme editing view....................................... 292
3.20.8.2 Changing a programme function.............................................. 292
3.20.8.3 Removing a programme function..............................................293
3.20.8.4 Adding a new programme function........................................... 294
3.20.8.5 Moving a programme function.................................................. 294
3.20.8.6 Editing the programme function distance................................. 295
3.20.9 U-Pilot error codes......................................................................................... 296
3.21 Implement signal connection........................................................................... 298
3.21.1 Implement signal connector........................................................................... 298
3.21.2 Resetting the implement signal connection....................................................299
3.22 ISOBUS implement control system..................................................................300
3.22.1 ISOBUS terminal connector........................................................................... 301
3.22.2 ISOBUS implement connector....................................................................... 301
3.22.3 Bus extension connectors.............................................................................. 301
3.22.4 ISOBUS terminal............................................................................................301
3.23 Auto-Guide Readiness.....................................................................................301
3.23.1 Using Auto-Guide...........................................................................................302
3.23.2 Using Auto-Guide with QuickSteer.................................................................303
3.23.3 Auto-Guide with TwinTrac and QuickSteer.................................................... 304
3.23.4 Resetting the Auto-Guide steering valve........................................................304
3.24 Towing devices................................................................................................ 304
3.24.1 Nordic pick-up hitch........................................................................................304
3.24.2 Euro pick-up hitch...........................................................................................305
3.24.3 Hydraulic pick-up hitch................................................................................... 306
3.24.4 Using the pickup hitch.................................................................................... 307
3.24.4.1 Unlatching the pick-up hitch .....................................................307
3.24.4.2 Latching the Nordic and Euro pick-up hitch.............................. 308
3.24.4.3 Extending the Hydraulic pick-up hitch.......................................309
3.24.4.4 Latching the Hydraulic pick-up hitch......................................... 310
3.24.5 Changing the pick-up hitch implement........................................................... 312
3.24.5.1 Changing the Euro pick-up hitch implement............................. 312
3.24.5.2 Changing the Hydraulic pick-up hitch implement......................313
3.24.6 Agricultural drawbar....................................................................................... 314
3.24.6.1 Adjusting the agricultural drawbar............................................ 315
3.24.7 Towing device frames.................................................................................... 315
3.24.7.1 Adjusting the jaw height............................................................316
3.24.7.2 Attaching to the mechanical jaw............................................... 318
3.24.7.3 Attaching to the mechanical jaw K80........................................319
3.24.7.4 Attaching to fixed Piton fix/fixed Ø80mm ball hitch...................320
3.24.7.5 Attaching to the automatic jaw..................................................320
3.25 Air pressure system......................................................................................... 322
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3.26 Trailer...............................................................................................................323
3.26.1 Trailer turn signals..........................................................................................324
3.26.2 Trailer air pressure brakes............................................................................. 325
3.26.3 Hydraulic trailer brake valve...........................................................................326
4 Maintenance.......................................................................................327
4.1 Maintenance schedule..................................................................................... 327
4.2 Service inspection............................................................................................327
4.3 Performing maintenance tasks........................................................................ 328
4.3.1 Cleaning the tractor........................................................................................329
4.3.1.1 Cleaning the engine compartment............................................330
4.3.1.2 Cleaning polycarbonate windows............................................. 331
4.3.1.3 Cleaning the exhaust pipe of the fuel-operated heater.............331
4.3.1.4 Cleaning the fuel-operated heater and its surroundings...........332
4.3.2 Greasing lubricating points fitted with grease nipples.................................... 335
4.3.3 Supporting the tractor.....................................................................................335
4.4 Recommended fuel and lubricants.................................................................. 337
4.4.1 Fuel................................................................................................................ 337
4.4.1.1 Quality requirements for engine fuel.........................................337
4.4.1.2 Storing fuel................................................................................337
4.4.1.3 Storing AdBlue/DEF..................................................................337
4.4.1.4 Biodiesel fuel............................................................................ 338
4.4.1.5 AdBlue/DEF.............................................................................. 338
4.4.2 Grease............................................................................................................339
4.4.2.1 Universal Grease - NLGI2 universal grease............................. 339
4.4.2.2 Calsium LF - NLGI2 calsium grease LF....................................339
4.4.2.3 Grease Moly - NLGI2 moly grease........................................... 340
4.5 Storing the tractor............................................................................................ 340
4.5.1 Storing the tractor for a period shorter than two months................................340
4.5.2 Storing the tractor for a period longer than two months................................. 340
4.6 Running the tractor in after storage................................................................. 341
4.6.1 Running the tractor in after a storing period shorter than two months........... 341
4.6.2 Running the tractor in after a storing period longer than two months............ 342
4.7 Periodical maintenance....................................................................................343
4.7.1 Periodical maintenance chart.........................................................................343
4.7.2 Daily maintenance..........................................................................................345
4.7.2.1 Checking the engine oil level.................................................... 345
4.7.2.2 Checking the coolant level........................................................347
4.7.2.3 Cleaning radiators.....................................................................349
4.7.2.4 Checking the oil level in the transmission system.................... 350
4.7.2.5 Checking the oil level in the hydraulic system.......................... 351
4.7.3 Weekly maintenance......................................................................................354
4.7.3.1 Greasing the rear linkage......................................................... 354
4.7.3.2 Checking the pick-up hitch........................................................356
4.7.3.3 Greasing the Nordic and Euro pick-up hitch............................. 357
4.7.3.4 Greasing the hydraulic pick-up hitch.........................................357
4.7.3.5 Checking and greasing the front linkage.................................. 359
4.7.3.6 Checking the front power take-off.............................................360
4.7.3.7 Greasing the brake mechanism................................................361
4.7.3.8 Greasing front axle mounting bearings.....................................361
4.7.3.9 Greasing suspended front axle mounting bearings.................. 362
4.7.3.10 Checking belts' tension.............................................................363
4.7.3.11 Changing the fan belt................................................................364
4.7.3.12 Changing the alternator belt..................................................... 366
4.7.3.13 Checking the tyre pressure.......................................................368
4.7.3.14 Checking the emergency brake................................................ 369
4.7.3.15 Checking the windscreen washer fluid amount........................ 369
4.7.3.16 Checking the air pressure system antifreeze fluid amount....... 370
4.7.4 Maintenance every 600 hours........................................................................371
4.7.4.1 Checking, cleaning and greasing the battery terminals............ 371
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4.7.4.2 Changing the engine oil and the oil filter...................................372
4.7.4.3 Changing the cab ventilation air filter........................................374
4.7.4.4 Changing the Skyview equipment cab ventilation air filter........375
4.7.4.5 Changing the recirculation filter................................................ 376
4.7.4.6 Changing the Skyview equipment cab recirculation filter......... 377
4.7.4.7 Checking the front loader frame bolt tightness......................... 378
4.7.4.8 Checking the front loader frame bolt tightness with Forest
equipment................................................................................. 386
4.7.4.9 Checking the wheel nut tightness............................................. 390
4.7.4.10 Checking the brake pedal free travel........................................ 391
4.7.4.11 Adjusting the brake pedal free travel........................................ 391
4.7.4.12 Checking the parking brake...................................................... 392
4.7.4.13 Adjusting the parking brake...................................................... 393
4.7.4.14 Changing transmission oil filters............................................... 394
4.7.4.15 Changing the hydraulic system oil filter.................................... 395
4.7.4.16 Checking the engine breathing system.....................................396
4.7.4.17 Checking the oil level in the front axle differential.....................396
4.7.4.18 Checking the oil level in front axle hubs................................... 397
4.7.4.19 Changing the front PTO housing oil and washing the oil filter.. 398
4.7.4.20 Changing the front PTO housing oil and washing the oil
filter with pivoting front linkage..................................................399
4.7.4.21 Checking front PTO couplings.................................................. 400
4.7.4.22 Checking and greasing the trailer air-pressure brake system.. 401
4.7.4.23 Checking the air pressure system's automatic water draining..401
4.7.4.24 Filling the air pressure system antifreeze container................. 402
4.7.4.25 Adjusting engine valves............................................................ 402
4.7.4.26 Updating the software and calibrating the tractor..................... 403
4.7.5 Maintenance every 1200 hours or yearly....................................................... 403
4.7.5.1 Changing oil in the hydraulic system........................................ 403
4.7.5.2 Changing oil in the front axle differential...................................405
4.7.5.3 Changing oil in the front axle hubs........................................... 405
4.7.5.4 Changing the fuel filter..............................................................406
4.7.5.5 Changing the fuel prefilter.........................................................407
4.7.5.6 Changing engine air filters........................................................ 408
4.7.5.7 Changing the selective catalytic reduction system
breather and supply module main filter.....................................410
4.7.5.8 Checking the front wheel toe-in................................................ 412
4.7.5.9 Adjusting the front wheel toe-in................................................ 413
4.7.5.10 Changing the hydraulic breather...............................................413
4.7.5.11 Checking the power shuttle operation...................................... 415
4.7.6 Maintenance every 2400 hours or every other year.......................................415
4.7.6.1 Changing oil in the transmission system.................................. 415
4.7.6.2 Changing the transmission breather.........................................416
4.7.6.3 Cleaning the suction strainer.................................................... 417
4.7.6.4 Bleeding the brake system....................................................... 418
4.7.6.5 Cleaning the cooling system.....................................................421
4.7.6.6 Maintaining the air conditioning................................................ 423
4.8 Checks and adjustments..................................................................................424
4.8.1 Changing tyres............................................................................................... 424
4.8.1.1 Setting the tyre parameter........................................................ 425
4.8.1.2 Tyre parameters....................................................................... 425
4.8.1.3 Calibrating speed sensors........................................................ 426
4.8.2 Track widths................................................................................................... 429
4.8.2.1 Front axle track widths..............................................................429
4.8.2.2 Rear axle track widths.............................................................. 430
4.8.3 Using chains...................................................................................................431
4.8.4 Using twin-mounted wheels........................................................................... 431
4.8.5 Engine............................................................................................................ 432
4.8.5.1 Bleeding the fuel system...........................................................432
4.8.6 Electrical system............................................................................................ 433
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4.8.6.1 Safety precautions for the electrical system............................. 433
4.8.6.2 Checking the battery.................................................................433
4.8.6.3 Alternator.................................................................................. 434
4.8.6.4 Protecting the electrical system before welding........................434
4.8.6.5 Fuses and relays...................................................................... 435
4.8.6.6 Fuses and relays in the cab electric centre.............................. 436
4.8.6.7 Fuses and relays in the roof electric centre.............................. 443
4.8.6.8 Fuses and relays in the Skyview equipment roof electric
centre........................................................................................446
4.8.6.9 Fuses and relays in the main electric centre............................ 448
4.8.6.10 Fuses and relays in the engine electric centre......................... 450
4.8.6.11 Adjusting headlights..................................................................452
4.8.7 Power transmission system............................................................................453
4.8.7.1 Changing the rear power take-off shaft.................................... 453
4.8.7.2 Checking the transmission ratio of a power take-off driven
trailer.........................................................................................454
4.8.8 Steering system..............................................................................................454
4.8.8.1 Adjusting the steering angle..................................................... 454
4.8.8.2 Calibrating the steering angle................................................... 455
4.8.9 Cab and shields..............................................................................................457
4.8.9.1 Cleaning the cab ventilation air filter.........................................457
4.8.9.2 Cleaning the Skyview equipment cab ventilation air filter.........458
4.8.9.3 Adjusting steps for driving off-road........................................... 460
4.8.9.4 Checking and adjusting front mudguards................................. 462
4.8.9.5 Adjusting flexible front mudguards............................................463
4.8.10 Valtra LHLink..................................................................................................464
4.8.10.1 Calibrating the Valtra LHLink.................................................... 464
4.8.11 Towing devices...............................................................................................470
4.8.11.1 Adjusting lifting links of the pick-up hitch.................................. 470
4.8.11.2 Maintaining the automatic jaw of the wagon towing device...... 471
5 Troubleshooting..................................................................................472
5.1 Handling error situations.................................................................................. 472
5.2 Warnings on the Proline instrument panel display...........................................472
5.3 Identifying a blocked transmission or hydraulic system filter........................... 473
5.4 Viewing service codes..................................................................................... 475
5.5 Viewing the IO list............................................................................................ 475
5.6 Valtra LHLink fault codes................................................................................. 476
5.7 Steering system malfunctions.......................................................................... 477
5.8 Towing the tractor............................................................................................ 478
5.8.1 Towing the tractor when the engine is running.............................................. 478
5.8.2 Towing the tractor when the engine is not running........................................ 481
6 Technical specifications..................................................................... 484
6.1 Dimensions...................................................................................................... 484
6.2 Masses.............................................................................................................484
6.3 Maximum permissible axle loading.................................................................. 484
6.4 Technically permissible towable masses......................................................... 485
6.5 Tyres................................................................................................................ 485
6.5.1 Wheel nut tightening torques..........................................................................486
6.5.2 Wheel stud dimensions.................................................................................. 486
6.6 Flange distance for axles................................................................................. 487
6.7 Track widths.....................................................................................................488
6.7.1 Rear axle track widths....................................................................................488
6.7.2 Front axle track widths................................................................................... 490
6.8 Engine..............................................................................................................490
6.8.1 Engine lubrication system ............................................................................. 491
6.8.2 Fuel system....................................................................................................491
6.8.3 Selective catalytic reduction system...............................................................492
6.8.4 Air cleaner...................................................................................................... 492
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6.8.5 Cooling system...............................................................................................492
6.9 Electrical system ............................................................................................. 492
6.10 Power transmission..........................................................................................493
6.10.1 Power shuttle..................................................................................................493
6.10.2 Clutch............................................................................................................. 493
6.10.3 Gearbox..........................................................................................................493
6.10.4 Rear axle differential lock...............................................................................494
6.10.5 Rear power take-off........................................................................................494
6.10.5.1 Rear power take-off alternatives...............................................494
6.10.5.2 Rear power take-off ratios........................................................ 494
6.10.5.3 Rear power take-off shafts........................................................494
6.10.5.4 Lower link end distance from rear power take-off shaft............ 495
6.10.5.5 Proportional ground speed power take-off................................495
6.10.6 Front power take-off....................................................................................... 495
6.10.6.1 Front power take-off ratio..........................................................495
6.10.6.2 Front power take-off shafts....................................................... 495
6.11 Brake system................................................................................................... 496
6.12 Steering system .............................................................................................. 496
6.12.1 Front axle....................................................................................................... 497
6.12.2 Turning circle..................................................................................................497
6.12.3 Front axle suspension.................................................................................... 497
6.13 Cab and shields............................................................................................... 498
6.13.1 Cab filter capacity...........................................................................................498
6.13.2 Windscreen washer........................................................................................498
6.13.3 Air conditioning system.................................................................................. 498
6.13.4 Noise level......................................................................................................498
6.13.5 Exposure to vibration......................................................................................498
6.14 Hydraulic system..............................................................................................499
6.14.1 Low-pressure circuit....................................................................................... 499
6.14.2 Steering hydraulic circuit................................................................................ 499
6.14.3 Working hydraulic circuit................................................................................ 499
6.14.3.1 Valves for auxiliary hydraulics.................................................. 500
6.14.3.2 Counter pressure when using the return connection for
auxiliary hydraulics................................................................... 501
6.14.4 Rear linkage................................................................................................... 501
6.14.4.1 Lifting forces and lifting ranges................................................. 501
6.14.5 Front linkage...................................................................................................502
6.14.6 Towing devices...............................................................................................502
6.14.6.1 Pick-up hitch............................................................................. 502
6.14.6.2 Euro pick-up hitch..................................................................... 502
6.14.6.3 Hydraulic pick-up hitch..............................................................503
6.14.6.4 Agricultural towing device......................................................... 504
6.14.6.5 Towing device frames...............................................................505
Alphabetical index................................................................................... 507
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1 Safety precautions
Always follow the safety precautions given when working with the tractor.
The regulations given do not release the operator from statutory and other
national regulations regarding traffic safety and occupational health and safety.
In addition to the precautions given in this manual, always follow the safety
regulations applicable to different types of working sites and existing road traffic
laws.
1.1 Hazard statements
Five types of notifications are used in the documentation.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, results in death or very serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor injury.
IMPORTANT: Indicates special instructions or procedures which, if not strictly
observed, could result in damage to or destruction of the machine, process or
surroundings.
NOTE: Indicates points of particular interest for a more efficient and convenient
repair or operation.
1.2 Safety rules
1.2.1 Replacing safety and information signs
Replacement signs are available from your dealer in the event of loss or damage.
1. Replace any danger, warning, caution or instruction signs that are not
readable or are missing.
WARNING: Do not remove or obscure danger, warning, caution or
instructions signs.
1.2.2 Safety signs
The safety signs on the tractor draw attention to possible dangers related to
certain parts or equipment of the tractor. The safety signs must be clean and
clearly visible. Worn or detached safety signs must be replaced.
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IMPORTANT: After maintenance work, all replacements for parts with a safety
sign on them must include also the new safety sign.
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GUID-64ABE16A-53F6-4098-9122-3795C58F65F6
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GUID-64799C1A-46B6-4665-82E2-95BD37BC93D9
1Caution: Instructions on avoiding injuries during startup, driving and maintenance. Located inside the
cab, below the left-hand side C-pillar.
2 Warning: Country-specific warning concerning handling of the battery and its accessories. Located on
the side of the battery casing.
ATENCIÓN
Los bornes de la batería y el resto
de los accesorios relacionados
contienen plomo y componentes de
plomo, estos compuestos pueden
producir cáncer y daños en el
aparato reproductor, según el
Estado de California.
Lávese las manos después de su
contacto. 39665500
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3 Sign indicating the location of emergency brake.
Located inside the cab, next to the right-hand
side control panels.
4Sign indicating an emergency exit. Located inside
the cab on the rear window and on the right-hand
side window.
5Danger: Country-specific warning that the battery and its accessories are dangerous to handle.
Located near the battery casing.
EXPLOSIVE GASES
PELIGRO
Protección
de ojos
Explosiones
de gas
Evite chispas
y llamas
Ácido
sulfúrico
GASES EXPLOSIVOS
Proteja siempre sus ojos y cara de la batería.
Cigarros, llamas o chispas pueden causar la
explosión de la batería. No cargue, ni use
cables, ni conecte a los bornes sin seguir las
instrucciones adecuadas o recibir formación.
EL ÁCIDO causa quemaduras graves.
Contiene ácido sulfúrico. Evite el contacto
con la piel, ojos o ropa. En caso de
accidente lavar con agua abundante y
contacte con un médico inmediatamente.
Mantener fuera del alcance de los niños.
39662200
6 Warning: Country-specific warning that for some time after use the liquid in the system is hot and
under high pressure. Located under the bonnet.
ATENCIÓN
Vapor a alta presión y
elevada temperatura.
Retire el tapón de Ilenado
con extremo cuidado.
39658300
7 Warning: Sign indicating the location of the hitch
locking release. Located in the cab, below the
rear window.
8Warning: Country-specific warnings that surfaces are hot after use. Located on the marker light
support on the exhaust pipe's side of the cab.
ATENCIÓN
Precaución con las superficies
calientes.
39659400
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9 Caution: During the connection of the front
linkage to the shut-off valve, there must be no
load on the front linkage or a rear implement
connected to the same valve. The warning sign is
located next to the shut-off valve at the back of
the tractor.
10 Country-specific warning concerning jaw locking. Located below the rear window on the outside of the
tractor.
11 Warning: Country-specific warning against standing on the stairs while the tractor is moving. Located
in the cab, behind the passenger seat.
NO MONTAR
ATENCIÓN
39649000
12 Country-specific notification concerning the
power lift / front linkage. Located in the cab, near
the control panel on the right-hand side.
13 Country-specific notification concerning
connecting of implements. Located at the back of
the tractor, on the left rear wheel mudguard.
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