Branson 20C Operator Manual

Branson 20C series
Operator’s manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 ABOUT WARRANTY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50 OVERVIEW OF THE TRACTOR ----------------------------------------------------------------- 52 FUNCTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 56
1. MAIN KEY SWITCH ------------------------------------------------------------------ 58
2. ACCELERATOR LEVER ------------------------------------------------------------ 59
3. F/R SHUTTLE LEVER --------------------------------------------------------------- 59
4. DIRECTION LAMP S/W ------------------------------------------------------------- 60
5. HEAD LAMP & HORN S/W --------------------------------------------------------- 60
6. STEERING WHEEL TILT LEVER ------------------------------------------------ 61
7. PTO SHIFT SWITCH ----------------------------------------------------------------- 61
8. EMERGENCY LAMP SIWTCH ---------------------------------------------------- 62
9. DASH METER ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 63
1. CLUTCH PEDAL ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 68
2. BRAKE PEDALS AND CONNECTOR ------------------------------------------- 68
3. ACCELERATION PEDAL ------------------------------------------------------------ 69
1. MID REMOTE VALVE JOYSTICK ------------------------------------------------ 71
2. MAIN GEAR SHIFT LEVER -------------------------------------------------------- 71
3. 3PT POSITION CONTROL LEVER ------------------------------------------------ 72
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4. RANGE SHIFT LEVER -------------------------------------------------------------- 72
5. PARK BRAKE LEVER --------------------------------------------------------------- 73 6,7. REAR REMOTE CONTROL LEVER ------------------------------------------ 73
1. STOP/SLOW RETURN VALVE ---------------------------------------------------- 75
2. MFWD LEVER ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 75
3. PTO LEVER ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 76
4. DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL ---------------------------------------------------- 76
1. WORKLAMP SWITCH --------------------------------------------------------------- 78
2. POWER OUTLET --------------------------------------------------------------------- 78
3. WIPER SWITCH ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 78
4. CLIMATE CONTROL ----------------------------------------------------------------- 80
5. SEAT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 81
OPERATION & WORK ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 82
1. TO START THE ENGINE ------------------------------------------------------------ 91
2. TO STOP THE ENGINE ---------------------------------------------------------------- 93 DRIVING ON THE ROAD -------------------------------------------------------------------- 94 DRIVING ON THE SLOPE ------------------------------------------------------------------- 95 ENTERING AND LEAVING THE PAVEMENT ------------------------------------------- 96 TURNING ON THE PAVEMENT ------------------------------------------------------------ 97
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MAINTENANCE AFTER WORK ----------------------------------------------------------------- 106
MAINTENANCE AFTER WORK ------------------------------------------------------------ 107 MAINTENANCE FOR PROLONGED STORAGE -------------------------------------- 108
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ------------------------------------------ 112
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ------------------------------------------------ 113 OIL, GREASE, AND ANTI-FREEZE CHART -------------------------------------------- 115 FUEL, OIL, AND COOLANT CHART ------------------------------------------------------ 115 CHECKING AND CHANGING OF OIL ---------------------------------------------------- 116
1. ENGINE OIL ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 117
2. TRANSMISSION / HYD FLUID ---------------------------------------------------- 118
3. FRONT AXLE FLIUD ----------------------------------------------------------------- 120 FILTERS / COOLANT REPLACEMENT -------------------------------------------------- 122
1. ENGINE OIL FILTER ----------------------------------------------------------------- 122
2. TRANSMISSION / HYD FLUID ---------------------------------------------------- 123
3. FUEL FILTER ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 124
4. COOLANT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 124
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OTHERS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 127
1. RADIATOR SCREEN / AIR CLEANER ------------------------------------------ 127
2. BATTERY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 129
3. ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE --------------------------------------------------- 130
4. FUEL PIPES AND HOSES ---------------------------------------------------------- 131
5. ELECTRICAL CABLES -------------------------------------------------------------- 132
6. GREASING ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 133
7. STEERING WHEEL ------------------------------------------------------------------ 134
8. BRAKE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 135
9. FAN BELT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 136
10. AIR COMPRESSOR BELT -------------------------------------------------------- 137
11. TOE-IN ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 138
12. FRONT AXLE SWING -------------------------------------------------------------- 139
13. FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK -------------------------------------------------------- 138
14. COLOR OF EXHAUST GAS ------------------------------------------------------ 139
TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 142
ENGINE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 143 CLUTCH & BRAKE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 146 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 147 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 148
SPECIFICATIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 151
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THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A BRANSON TRACTOR.
Before use, read and understand this manual complete.
• After reading this manual, keep it close to the tractor for immediate reference
• Any one operating this tractor should review this manual.
• In case this manual is lost or damaged, please contact your nearest authorized dealer for a copy.
• Some parts of this product may have been changed for the improvement of quality or for safety reason.
• In this case, the photographs or drawings of such parts in this booklet may not be the same as the actual parts installed
on this product.
• If you nd anything in this manual unclear or in need of further explanation, please contact your authorized dealer for inquiry.
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The instructions given with the following marks are very important for your safety
Failure to observe the instruction given with this mark may result in death or injury.
Failure to observe the instruction given with this mark may expose you to the risk of death or injury.
Failure to observe the instruction given with this mark may expose you to injury.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
• The section, “ To Ensure Safe Operation,” on the following pages details safety points to be observed to ensure safe operation of your tractor
• Please make sure you read it carefully before operating the tractor.
Read this Manual for correct and safe use of the product. Failure to use the product properly may result in an accident. Keep this Manual close to the tractor after you have read it.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
(TO ENSURE SAFE OPERATION)
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• Make sure to observe the instruction given in this section to avoid equipment failure or personal injury or death.
Beware of exhaust gas. Start engine in a well ventilated area.
WARNING WARNING
[Otherwise]
The exhaust gas can cause intoxication and lead to fatal consequences.
[Otherwise]
An unexpected accident may occur, such as overturning
of the tractor.
Select a at and safe location to secure the tractor in place so it will not cause a risk to people passing by. Before carrying out the maintenance, block the front and rear tires to prevent moving while servicing.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Make sure work area is properly lighted.
Use safety work lights with protection cov-
WARNING
[Otherwise]
An unexpected accident may occur, possibly re or explo­sion.
ering.
WARNING
Keep a rst aid kit and re extinguisher
handy at all times while operating equip-
ment.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Do not operate tractor or any implement at-
tached to tractor while under the inuence
of alcohol, medication, controlled sub-
stances or while fatigued.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
You will be exposed to a risk of being entangled in the equipment resulting in injury.
Never wear loose, torn or bulky clothing
around tractor.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Fasten your seat belt at all times.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
You will be exposed to a risk of death or serious injury if the tractor overturns.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of death, serious injury, or damage to
the tractor.
Before allowing other people to use your tractor, explain how to operate and have
them read this manual.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Be sure to use only implements which are recommended by manufacturer.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
An un expected accident may occur or tractor may not perform properly.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of injury.
Fully warn children and keep them away
from the tractor at all times.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Absolutely no lit cigarettes, matches, or lighters anywhere near when fueling the
DANGER
[Otherwise]
Fire or explosion may occur.
tank.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of re due to short circuit.
Inspect electrical wiring contact insulation to avoid shorting or spark.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
When lling tires with air, do not inate it beyond the maximum pressure stated in
WARNING
[Otherwise]
The tire may blow out, causing an injury.
this booklet.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
An unexpected accident may occur.
When starting the engine, make sure that you are seated in the driver’s seat with your seat belt fastened and the safety inspection has been performed.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
During operation and right after the engine is turned off, the mufer is very hot. Avoid
CAUTION
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of getting burnt.
touching it, as you may get burnt.
CAUTION
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of accident or injury or equipment fail-
ure. Please remember that the failure due to modication may not be covered by warranty.
Use only the genuine parts or other ap-
proved parts. Do not modify the tractor
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Perform periodic maintenance, keep each part of the tractor in normal condition. Make
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is danger of accident or equipment failure due to
poor maintenance.
sure to replace all hydraulic hoses and brake hoses once every two years.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
Because signal cannot be seen by nearby workers, ag-
ricultural equipment, automobiles, etc. It may result in a
cause of accident.
Check carefully that the various safety
lamps such as direction indication lamp
before driving the tractor
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Never ll the fuel tank while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
DANGER
[Otherwise]
The fuel may ignite and re may break out.
DANGER
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of re.
If fuel pipe is damaged, fuel will leak. Make sure that you check for any leakage.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
After lling the fuel tank, close the fuel ller cap completely and wipe off the excess
DANGER
[Otherwise]
It may result in a re accident or environmental pollution.
fuel thoroughly.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
It may result in a re.
Every day before operating the tractor,
check for straws, dust, fuel, or other resi­due on and around the mufer and the en-
gine and remove them.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Except when you adjust the steering wheel, make sure that the tilt lever is placed in the
WARNING
[Otherwise]
The tractor may not turn to the direction you want and may cause an accident.
<Lock> position.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of accident..
Check if the brakes work properly and evenly on both sides or if the steering wheel is loose.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Engage the parking brake during warming of engine.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
The tractor may move and cause an accident or injury.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of accident.
Engage or disengage the implement on a at and safe place. Supply proper lighting at all times and especially night.
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Treatment of hazardous materials
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Properly discard hazardous materials.
Hazardous materials from tractor are the following: Coolant, brake oil, oil, lter elements, battery and so
on.
When draining fuel, oil or other liquids, use a con-
tainer without holes. Do not dispose of chemicals on the ground or in rivers or waterways
Be careful that your body or your clothes do
not come in contact with the battery solu-
DANGER
[Otherwise]
You may get burnt or your clothes may be damaged.
tion. If you come in contact with the battery solution, rinse it off with water immediately.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid re when checking or charging the battery.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
You may get burnt due to ignition or explosion of the battery.
CAUTION
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of burn or re due to short circuit.
Connect the (+) terminal rst when install­ing the battery, and disconnect the (-) ter-
minal rst when removing it.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
When checking, repairing, maintaining, or cleaning the tractor, make sure to stop the
CAUTION
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of injury.
engine.
CAUTION
[Otherwise]
The oil under high pressure may cause damage to the skin or injury.
Make sure that the hydraulic coupling or the hose is not loose or damaged. Before separating the hydraulic coupling or the hose, eliminate the high pressure inside the hydraulic system.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
When the PTO shaft is not in use, apply grease to it and keep it covered.
CAUTION
Manage the maintenance tools properly, and use the correct tools for the type of maintenance. Also, always keep the tools for repairs and minor adjustment available
on the tractor.
[Otherwise]
There is a risk that you may get entangled or get injured.
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of accident due to poor maintenance.
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After opening the hood for checking or
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
maintenance, make sure to put them in
CAUTION
[Otherwise]
There is a risk that you may get entangled in the tractor or get injured.
their place.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Do not use a person on anything else in
place of the balance weight. Use only rec-
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of accident or injury.
ommended balance weight for the work.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of accident or injury.
When engaging or disengaging the imple-
ment by moving the tractor, make sure that
no one is allowed around the tractor or be-
tween the implement or attachment and the
tractor.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
When engaging a heavy implement or at-
tachment, load the weight on the front to
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of accident or injury due to loss of bal­ance.
keep the balance of the tractor.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
The implement unit may fall down and there is a risk of injury
Do not get under implement or put your feet
under it.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Adjust the wheel tread (width between left and right tires) on a slope or when towing.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of turning over.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of person injury or a collision of the
implement.
Depending on implements, the overall
length may become very long. Pay partic-
ular attention to people or objects nearby when making a turn.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Link the brake of the trailer with the brake of the tractor. Do not shift gear when driving
WARNING
on a hill.
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of accident or injury.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of personal injury or damage to the trac-
When engaging an implement to the trac-
tor, follow the instruction manual for the
implement.
tor.
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