Claas ARES 547, 557, 5342, 5352 Operators and Maintenance Manual

CLAAS KgaA mbH
Postfach 1163, 33426 Harsewinkel
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TRACTOR
GB - 01.08
Printed in France

ARES 547 - 557

GB – 01.08

–

AXION CIS 810-820-830-840-850

Use and

Maintenance

Thank you for choosing a CLAAS tractor.

In this guide you will find the instructions for use and
maintenance that you must know to get the best service from
your tractor.

This document is not to be considered as contractual. CLAAS
has a policy of continuous technical improvement to all their
products, and therefore reserve the right to change without
notice and at any time the details contained in this booklet.

If you are still unsure about any points, the technicians of the
CLAAS network will be pleased to give you any additional
information you may require.

The description of the different models contained in this
manual was established from technical characteristics known
at the time of writing the document. The manual contains all
existing equipment (standard or optional) for these models,
and their presence in the tractor depends on the version and
options chosen and on the country of sale.

Important: See chapter
the guarantee period are mandatory; failure to carry then
out will nullify the contractual guarantee.

Failure to observe the instructions for use and maintenance
as described in this manual definitively excludes any
possibility of recourse to the CLAAS guarantee system.

"M"

. Servicing operations during

CONTENTS

For your safety

Before using the tractor for the first time, read the user's
manual and observe the general safety instructions!

WARNING TRIANGLE

In this user's manual, this sign indicates all the
paragraphs concerning safety aspects. Pass on these safety
instructions to all other users.

The instruction and warning plates affixed to the tractor give
important information about possible risks of use. Respect for
these instructions is a guarantee of your safety!

Appropriate use

This tractor has been designed to be used exclusively for
normal agricultural work (appropriate use).

Any use other than that defined above will be considered as
inappropriate and will release the manufacturer from any
liability in the event of damage or injury; the user alone will
bear the risks resulting from such misuse.

Appropriate use also supposes the observance of the
operating, maintenance and repair regulations laid down by
the manufacturer.

The tractor must be used, maintained and repaired only by
persons with a thorough knowledge of the vehicle and aware
of the possible risks.

Specific accident prevention instructions must be observed
as well as general rules concerning technical safety, health
and safety regulations and the highway code.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage
resulting from any modification made to the tractor without
their approval.

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Model Type

ARES 547

ARES 557

5342
5352

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CHAPTER SYMBOLS

REF CHAPTERS SYMBOLS

IDENTIFICATION - APPROVAL

A

SAFETY

HOMOLOGATION ACCORDÉE AU

TYPE/VERSION

PAR LE MINISTÈRE DE L’AGRICULTURE

SOUS LE NUMÉRO

R ANNÉE

B

C

D

E

F

G

J

CAB

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE

TRANSMISSION

FRONT AXLE

HYDRAULICS - REAR LINKAGE AND HITCH

WHEELS AND TYRES

K

L

M

DIMENSIONS, WEIGHTS, CAPACITIES AND BALLAST

MAINTENANCE

OPERATIONS THAT ARE MANDATORY UNDER THE GUARANTEE

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kg

mm

l

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CONTENTS

A - IDENTIFICATION - CERTIFICATION - SAFETY

IDENTIFICATION ................................................................................................................................................. A.2

CERTIFICATION .................................................................................................................................................. A.2

SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................................A.3

FOREWORD ....................................................................................................................................................................... A.3

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING................................................................................................................................ A.3

CONDITION OF THE TRACTOR ........................................................................................................................................ A.4

ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENANCE - REPAIRS ................................................................................................................ A.5

ROAD USE - USE FOR TRANSPORT ................................................................................................................................ A.8

OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................ A.9

TOXIC PRODUCTS ........................................................................................................................................................... A.11

AIR CONDITIONING ......................................................................................................................................................... A.12

SAFETY STRUCTURE ...................................................................................................................................................... A.12

ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................. A.12

SAFETY STICKERS WITH WARNING PICTOGRAMS ....................................................................................A.13

B - CAB

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS (DRIVING POSITION) ..................................................................................B.2

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS (PANEL) ......................................................................................................B.3

WARNING LIGHTS ..............................................................................................................................................B.4

ALARMS ...............................................................................................................................................................B.5

RED "PRIMARY ALARM" LIGHTS ...................................................................................................................................... B.5

ORANGE "CAUTION" LIGHTS ........................................................................................................................................... B.6

INSTRUMENTS ....................................................................................................................................................B.9

DIGITAL DISPLAYS .......................................................................................................................................................... B.10

"FORWARD SPEED" COMPUTER CALIBRATION PROCEDURE .................................................................................. B.11

CONTROLS AND ACCESSORIES IN THE CAB ROOF ................................................................................... B.12

RIGHT SIDE ...................................................................................................................................................................... B.12

LEFT SIDE ......................................................................................................................................................................... B.12

DIGITAL CLOCK ............................................................................................................................................................... B.12

OTHER CONTROLS AND ACCESSORIES .....................................................................................................B.13

ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN ................................................................................................................................ B.13

SCREEN WIPER AND WASHER ...................................................................................................................................... B.13

TOOL BOX ........................................................................................................................................................................ B.14

HITCH MOUNTING ........................................................................................................................................................... B.14

PREFITMENTS FOR INSTALLING A CONTROL BOX IN THE CAB ............................................................................... B.14

STORAGE BIN .................................................................................................................................................................. B.15

CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY .................................................................................................................................... B.15

OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS .................................................................................................................................... B.16

INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR ..................................................................................................................................... B.16

DRIVER'S SEAT .................................................................................................................................................B.17

COMFORT SEAT .............................................................................................................................................................. B.17

PNEUMATIC SWIVEL SEAT ............................................................................................................................................. B.18

PASSENGER SEAT .......................................................................................................................................................... B.18

SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT ...........................................................................................................................B.19

NATURAL VENTILATION ................................................................................................................................................. B.20

WINDSCREEN SUN BLIND .............................................................................................................................................. B.21

HEATING - VENTILATION - MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING ...........................................................................B.22

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C - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

LIGHTS .................................................................................................................................................................C.2

TOWING SOCKET ................................................................................................................................................C.2

LIGHTING - INDICATORS ....................................................................................................................................C.3

BATTERY MASTER SWITCH ..............................................................................................................................C.5

KEY-OPERATED IGNITION SWITCH ..................................................................................................................C.5

FUSES AND RELAYS ..........................................................................................................................................C.6

CAB TOP FUSE BOX ..........................................................................................................................................................C.8

D - ENGINE

CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................................................D.2

OPERATIONS BEFORE START ..........................................................................................................................D.3

STARTING THE ENGINE .....................................................................................................................................D.4

ENGINE STARTING HELP WHEN COLD ........................................................................................................... D.5

FUEL HEATER ....................................................................................................................................................................D.5

COOLANT HEATER ............................................................................................................................................................D.5

STOPPING THE ENGINE .....................................................................................................................................D.5

OPERATION .........................................................................................................................................................D. 6

GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................................................D.6

FUEL ....................................................................................................................................................................................D.7

BLEEDING AIR FROM THE INJECTION SYSTEM .............................................................................................D.8

E - TRANSMISSION

CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................................................E.2

GEARBOX ........................................................................................................................................................................... E.2

REAR AXLE ......................................................................................................................................................................... E.3

PTO ...................................................................................................................................................................................... E.4

ARES 547 - 557 40 KM/H VERSION ................................................................................................................................... E.5

ARES 547 - 557 40 KM/H VERSION ................................................................................................................................... E.6

DISPLAY ...............................................................................................................................................................E.7

DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................................... E.7

SWITCHING ON AND SELF-TEST ......................................................................................................................E.8

SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................................................... E.8

REVERSER NEUTRAL ....................................................................................................................................................... E.8

TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL ................................................................................................................................................ E.9

MECHANICAL PROTECTION ........................................................................................................................................... E.10

GEAR BOX .........................................................................................................................................................E.11

STARTING THE TRACTOR .............................................................................................................................................. E.11

MANUAL GEAR CHANGES .............................................................................................................................................. E.13

AUTOMATIC GEAR CHANGES ........................................................................................................................................ E.15

GEAR CHANGE MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................................... E.20

LOW RANGE ..................................................................................................................................................................... E.21

REAR AXLE ........................................................................................................................................................E.22

DIFFERENTIAL LOCK ...................................................................................................................................................... E.22

TRACTOR BRAKES ..........................................................................................................................................................E.23

TRAILER BRAKE .............................................................................................................................................................. E.23

PTO .................................................................................................................................................................................... E.24

STATIONARY WORKING ..................................................................................................................................E.28

REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. E.28

TOWING ..............................................................................................................................................................E.29

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REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. E.29

F - FRONT AXLE

CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................................................ F.2

FRONT AXLE ENGAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................ F.3

OPERATING MODE ............................................................................................................................................................ F.3

DIFFERENTIAL LOCKING ................................................................................................................................... F.4

G - HYDRAULICS - REAR LINKAGE AND HITCH

CHARACTERISTICS ............................................................................................................................................G.2

LINKAGE .............................................................................................................................................................................G.2

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................................................G.2

HITCH ..................................................................................................................................................................................G.3

REAR LIFT TCE 15T (ELECTRONIC TRACTO CONTROL) .............................................................................. G.4

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL ...............................................................................................................................G.4

MODE SELECTOR ..............................................................................................................................................................G.5

TRAVELLING POSITION ....................................................................................................................................................G.5

USING THE LINKAGE .........................................................................................................................................................G.6

POSITION CONTROL .........................................................................................................................................................G.6

FORCE CONTROL ..............................................................................................................................................................G.6

UPPER LIMIT ......................................................................................................................................................................G.7

LOWERING SPEED ............................................................................................................................................................G.7

EXTERNAL CONTROL BUTTONS .....................................................................................................................................G.8

TRANSPORT DAMPER ......................................................................................................................................................G.8

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS .......................................................................................................................................G.9

AUXILIARY SPOOL VALVES ..............................................................................................................................................G.9

REAR HITCH ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................G.17

INFLUENCE OF HITCH GEOMETRY ON LINKAGE CAPACITY .....................................................................................G.17

ADJUSTING LINKAGE RODS ..........................................................................................................................................G.17

ADJUSTMENT OF THE UPPER ROD ..............................................................................................................................G.18

STABILISER ADJUSTMENT .............................................................................................................................................G.18

AUTOMATIC HITCHING ....................................................................................................................................G.19

AUTOMATIC HOOKS ........................................................................................................................................................G.19

DRAW BAR COUPLINGS .................................................................................................................................................G.19

TOW HOOK .......................................................................................................................................................................G.20

DROMONE AUTOMATIC PICK-UP HITCH, UK AND IRELAND ......................................................................................G.21

J - WHEELS AND TYRES

GENERAL ..............................................................................................................................................................J.2

REPLACEMENT OF TYRES, USE OF DIFFERENT TYPES OF TYRE ..............................................................................J.2

SPECIAL CASE OF TRACTORS WITH FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ..........................................................................................J.2

INFLATION PRESSURE .......................................................................................................................................J.2

OPERATING ON SOFT GROUND (TO IMPROVE GRIP) ...................................................................................................J.2

OPERATING ON HARD GROUND (ON THE ROAD, TOWING, ETC.) ..............................................................................J.2

FRONT AND REAR AXLE CHARACTERISTICS .................................................................................................J.4

TRACK TABLES ...................................................................................................................................................J.6

TABLES OF FRONT TRACKS .............................................................................................................................................J.6

TABLES OF FRONT TRACKS .............................................................................................................................................J.7

TABLES OF REAR TRACKS ...............................................................................................................................................J.8

TABLES OF REAR TRACKS ...............................................................................................................................................J.9

TYRE COMBINATIONS .....................................................................................................................................................J.10

SETTING THE TRACK ........................................................................................................................................J.11

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FRONT AXLE STEERING LOCK STOPS .......................................................................................................... J.12

TWIN WHEELS ................................................................................................................................................... J.13

USING DEEP-WORKING IMPLEMENTS ........................................................................................................... J.14

K - DIMENSIONS, WEIGHTS, CAPACITIES AND BALLAST

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS .............................................................................................................................K.2

CAPACITIES .........................................................................................................................................................K.3

BALLASTS ...........................................................................................................................................................K.4

BALLAST ON THE FRONT OF THE TRACTOR ................................................................................................................ K.4

L - MAINTENANCE

GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................L.2

ADVICE ................................................................................................................................................................................ L.2

GENERAL CLEANING ........................................................................................................................................................ L.2

HIGH-PRESSURE CLEANING SYSTEMS ......................................................................................................................... L.2

IROUTINE MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................ L.2

TOUCHING UP PAINTWORK ............................................................................................................................................. L.2

WELDING ............................................................................................................................................................................ L.2

FAILURES OR MALFUNCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................... L.2

DECREASE IN FLUID LEVEL ............................................................................................................................................. L.2

QUANTITY AND TYPE OF OIL ........................................................................................................................................... L.2

GREASE QUALITY ............................................................................................................................................................. L.2

CAB AIR FILTER : CLEANING............................................................................................................................................ L.4

WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID LEVEL : CHECK ............................................................................................................ L.4

DIESEL FUEL STRAINER : CLEANING ............................................................................................................................. L.4

ENGINE AIR FILTER : CLEANING ..................................................................................................................................... L.5

ENGINE OIL LEVEL : CHECK ............................................................................................................................................ L.5

ELIMINATION OF WATER IN THE FUEL : CLEANING ..................................................................................................... L.6

COOLANT LEVEL : CHECK ................................................................................................................................................ L.6

SERVICE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 40 KM/H VERSION : CHECK ........................................................................................ L.7

BLEEDING AIR FROM THE PNEUMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM : CHECK............................................................................. L.7

PNEUMATIC BRAKING CONNECTORS : CHECK – LUBRICATION................................................................................ L.7

HYDRAULIC FLUID LEVEL : CHECK ................................................................................................................................. L.8

RADIATOR GRILLS : CLEANING ....................................................................................................................................... L.8

COOLERS : CLEANING ...................................................................................................................................................... L.9

AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR ................................................................................................................................ L.9

FRONT AXLE SWING BEARINGS : LUBRICATION ......................................................................................................... L.9

REAR LIFT : LUBRICATION ............................................................................................................................................. L.10

AUTOMATIC PICK-UP HITCH .......................................................................................................................................... L.10

FRONT AXLE FINAL DRIVE OIL LEVEL : CHECK .......................................................................................................... L.10

FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL UNIT OIL LEVEL : CHECK .............................................................................................. L.10

RIGID FRONT AXLE WHEEL PINS : LUBRICATION....................................................................................................... L.11

WHEEL DISC AND RIM NUTS : CHECK .......................................................................................................................... L.11

TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE : CHECK......................................................................................................................... L.11

FRONT WEIGHT ATTACHMENT BOLTS : CHECK......................................................................................................... L.11

CAB "RECYCLED" AIR FILTER : CHECK - REPLACE .................................................................................................... L.12

BATTERY TERMINALS : CLEANING – LUBRICATION ................................................................................................... L.12

ENGINE OIL : REPLACE .................................................................................................................................................. L.13

DIESEL FUEL FILTER CARTRIDGES : REPLACE .......................................................................................................... L.14

ENGINE OIL FILTER CARTRIDGE : REPLACE ............................................................................................................... L.15

BELTS : CHECK – REPLACE ........................................................................................................................................... L.16

FRONT AXLE FINAL DRIVE OIL : REPLACE .................................................................................................................. L.17

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HYDRAULIC/TRANSMISSION SYSTEM FILTER CARTRIDGES : REPLACE ................................................................ L.17

HAND BRAKE CLEARANCE : CHECK ............................................................................................................................. L.18

WHEEL HUBS : LUBRICATION........................................................................................................................................ L.19

FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL CASING OIL : REPLACE ................................................................................................ L.19

FRONT AXLE BREATHER : REPLACE ............................................................................................................................ L.19

HYDRAULIC STRAINER : REPLACE............................................................................................................................... L.20

HYDRAULIC/TRANSMISSION OIL : REPLACE ............................................................................................................... L.20

REAR AXLE BREATHER : REPLACE .............................................................................................................................. L.20

ENGINE AIR FILTERS : REPLACE .................................................................................................................................. L.21

MAIN CAB AIR FILTER : REPLACE ................................................................................................................................. L.22

BRAKING CIRCUIT TANK CAP : REPLACE .................................................................................................................... L.22

DIESEL FUEL STRAINER : REPLACE............................................................................................................................. L.22

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ACCUMULATORS : CHECK ....................................................................................................... L.22

ROCKERS : ADJUSTMENT.............................................................................................................................................. L.22

THERMOSTAT AND COOLANT FLUID : REPLACE ........................................................................................................ L.22

BRAKE SYSTEM FLUID 40 KM/H VERSION : REPLACE .............................................................................................. L.23

AIR CONDITIONING DEHUMIDIFIER : REPLACE .......................................................................................................... L.23

CAB SHOCK ABSORBERS : REPLACE .......................................................................................................................... L.23

OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 500 H ...................................................................................................... L.24

OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 1 000 H ................................................................................................... L.25

OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 1 500 H................................................................................................... L.25

OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT EVERY 2 000 H ................................................................................................... L.26

M - OPERATIONS THAT ARE MANDATORY UNDER THE GUARANTEE

OPERATIONS MANDATORY UNDER THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACTUAL GUARANTEE .......................M.2

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION - HANDING OVER TO THE CUSTOMER ....................................................................... M.2

MANDATORY ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................ M.2

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TYPE/VERSION

PAR LE MINISTÈRE DE L’AGRICULTURE

SOUS LE NUMÉRO

R ANNÉE

A -

IDENTIFICATION - CERTIFICATION

- SAFETY

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A.1

TYPE/VERSION

PAR LE MINISTÈRE DE L’AGRICULTURE

SOUS LE NUMÉRO

R ANNÉE

IDENTIFICATION

A-

Tractor type.

B-

Tractor identification number.

C-

CEE number.

D-

Maximum allowable gross weight depending on tyre fit
(in kg).

E-

Front axle weight.

F-

Rear axle weight.

G-

Maximum unbraked trailer weight (in kg).

H-

Maximum trailer weight - mechanical brake (in kg).

I-

Maximum trailer weight - inertia brake (in kg).

J-

Maximum trailer weight - servo brake (in kg).

K-

EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) acceptance.

L-

EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) acceptance N°.

M-

Smoke absorption coefficient.

N-

CEE structure acceptance.

O-

CEE structure acceptance N°.

In any correspondence, always state:

Tractor identification number

This number is stamped on plate
the cab. It is also stamped on the right side of the front
chassis.

(A)

which is riveted behind

CLAAS KGaA mbH

Ty pe

o

N

CEE

o

N

identification

Masse totale admissible (kg)
(suivant pneumatiques)

Essieu AV
Essieu AR
Masse remorquable admissible
(kg)
sans frein
frein mécanique
frein à inertie
freins assistés
Fabriqué par RENAULT Agriculture

A

A

C

B

D

E
F

B

e2

023003

1,28

G
H

I
J

e2

S

072

K

L

M

N

0

841msn24

CEE structure acceptance N°

This number is stamped on plate

(A)

plate

.

(B)

riveted to the right of

Engine type and serial number (plate

CERTIFICATION

•

Certification of
version) according to European directives
(amended

•

Certification of
European directives

•

CEE certification N° for
version): e2*2001/3*0021.

ARES

2001/3/CE

ARES

tractors range

).

structures range

79/622/CEE

(amended

ARES 547, 557

(C)

)

507 (40

km/h

74/150/CEE

507

according to

1999/40/CE

tractor (40km/h

841msn25

C

).

•

Certification N° of safety structures of

507

range

• 547ATX, 557ATX

• 547ATZ, 557ATZ

:

N°

N°

e2 S 101

e2 S 102

.

.

ARES

tractors

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SAFETY

FOREWORD

CLAAS Tractors are designed and built to give you optimum
service over many years. They are designed to provide the
most comfortable and safe working conditions.

However, accidents can easily happen in agricultural work. It
is important to know the dangers and how to avoid them.

We respectively draw your attention to certain aspects
that merit constant attention (non exhaustive list).

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING

Caution is the best guarantee against any risk of
accident.

The driver must be fully familiar with the tractor and must
understand all the controls, their position and their purpose.
This manual must be read carefully.

If the tractor is used by anybody other than the owner, he
must be given all explanations required to allow him to work
safely.

The driving position must be clean (instrument panel, steering
wheel, floor and pedals).

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Footsteps must be clean (no mud) to avoid slipping when
climbing or descending.

Use the steps and handles provided when getting into or out
of the tractor.

Before starting the engine, make sure that all controls are in
the neutral position, particularly the power take-off lever.

Only run the engine in well ventilated areas.

Make sure there is nobody nearby before starting the
tractor.

Fully release the handbrake before starting.

Do not start work if the tractor is not working properly.

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A.3

TRACTOR STATE

Maintaining the tractor in the best possible condition, by
carrying out all routine maintenance (oil changes, level
checks, overhauls, adjustments and thorough cleaning) will
allow it to be used in the safest and most profitable way.

Check the following items first:

-

High temperature components: Check that airborne

particles such as straw, grass, wood chips etc., do not
accumulate in high temperature areas. Clear debris from
around the engine and the exhaust system. For tools
attached to the front or the side of the tractor, inspect and
clean the areas around the attachments for the various
supports.

-

Brakes: Check that the brakes work properly. Check the

operation of the hand brake and foot brake.

-

Steering: Check the operation of the hydrostatic steering.

-

Transmission: Check the transmission fluid level

(especially if external services are used).

-

Hydraulic system: Check the condition of the system

(unions, pipes, hoses), particularly the hoses to the
steering actuators.

-

Electrical system: Check the condition of the electrical

system (batteries, wiring, headlights, indicator lights,
hazard lights, rotating beacons, windscreen wipers, etc.).

-

Lighting - indicators: All lighting and indicating

equipment must not only be in working order, but must be
fully visible; clean them. Carry a spare set of bulbs.
Replace any defective element.

Only fit genuine CLAAS parts. The CLAAS network is at your
disposal for any parts or products required to keep your
tractor in perfect working order.

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ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENANCE ­REPAIRS

Only carry out operations well within your capabilities. A
number of simple adjustments are described in the manual
(clutch and brake free travel, etc.). Never attempt to work on
your tractor unless you have perfectly understood the
procedure and have all the basic equipment required.

Special equipment is required to remove or install major
components (the cab, engine, transmission, front axle);
this equipment represents the only guarantee of safe
working conditions and successful repair.

The CLAAS network is at your disposal for all this work. It has
the approved special tooling, the skills required and genuine
CLAAS parts. If you have any doubts at all, call in your
CLAAS agent.

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AXLE STANDS

If the tractor is to be placed on axle stands, always work
on a flat, horizontal, hard surface.

Check the axle stands are suitable for the load. For this
operation, check the tractor's front and rear weights in

"K"

chapter

4

-wheel-drive tractor:

.

If the rear axle is on stands, do not start the engine.

Risk of the tractor moving if the brakes are activated (foot
brake or hand brake)

If the engine has to be started, the front axle must also be
supported on axle stands.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS

Transmission oil: Transmision oil is used as hydraulic fluid for
the linkage and external services.

Oil escaping from a pipe under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate the skin.
Should an injury be caused by oil under pressure, see a
doctor immediately. Serious infection can occur if the
wound is not treated immediately.
Consequently, always use a piece of wood or cardboard
to find a leak on a pipe under pressure: never use your
hand!

As a general rule: Make sure the unions are tight and the
pipes in good condition before putting the system under
pressure.

Never loosen a union when the circuit is under pressure.

For any repairs to the hydraulic system, stop the engine and
lower the implement to the ground.

Let the oil cool down before working on the system, to prevent
any risk of getting burnt when the oil flows.

Maintenance - greasing: Always stop the engine.

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Knowledge and skill are required to work on the electrical
system. If the need arises (installation of miscellaneous
accessories, radio etc.) contact your approved CLAAS repair
agent.

In addition:

•

Always disconnect the battery negative terminal before
working on the electrical system.

•

Never weld on the tractor or on a towed implement.

•

Never "patch-up" electric circuits.

•

Never replace a blown fuse with a larger calibre fuse;
you could cause a fire.

•

Never carry out work on components such as the
alternator or the fan motor when the engine is running.

•

If you need to handle the battery, ensure that acid
does not contact the skin; protect your eyes from
splashes.

FUEL

RE-FUELLING

Before filling the tank, always carefully clean around the fuel
cap to remove any pieces of straw, twigs, etc. which could
help start and then propagate a fire.

In addition:

•

Never fill the tanks when the engine is running or near
a naked flame.

•

Do not smoke when filling with fuel.

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COOLANT

Do not work on the cooling system when the engine is

(risk of burns)

hot

.

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A.7

ROAD USE - USE FOR TRANSPORT

Always comply with THE LEGISLATION on the use of
agricultural tractors on the road. Never exceed the maximum
transportation speed of the machine.

If in doubt, consult the police or insurance companies.

Whenever possible, avoid using busy roads.

When transporting equipment on a public road, use the
warning device required by the highway code.

All indicators must be clean and in working order.

The working lights must not be lit.

Brake pedals must be coupled together.

Do not use the differential lock on the road or in bends.

Certification aspects of the wearing of seat belts are laid
down in the construction and use regulations. Comply
with the law in your country.

If carrying an additional passenger, the tractor must be
fited with a passenger seat.

Do not carry passengers except on the seat provided for the
purpose.

Reduce speed on rough roads or tracks.

Towing: If the trailer has an independent brake system,
connect the brake pipe to the brake valve coupling and not to
the auxiliary spool valve.

If it is necessary to stop on the road in a position that causes
a traffic hazard (insufficient visibility), it is mandatory to switch
the hazard warning lights on.

When transporting mounted equipment, set the linkage to the
raised position. If the tool has transport wheels, use them.

Slow down before changing direction.

When travelling downhill, always remain in gear: never
declutch. The gear selected should be the same as would be
used to climb an equivalent gradient.

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