Honda Power Equipment H6522 User Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Honda tractor.
This manual describes operation and maintenance of the Honda H6522
compact tractor, type A2. (Two Wheel Drive Model) and type A4 (Four
Wheel Drive Model).
Information in this manual is based on the H6522 A4 model.
All information in this manual is based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
This manual is considered a permanent part of the tractor and it must stay
with the tractor if resold.
READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY. Pay special attention to
these symbols and any instructions that follow:
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NOTE: Gives helpful information.
Honda tractors are designed to give safe and dependable service if
operated according to instructions. Operating this tractor requires special
effort on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others.
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or property damage. Read and understand this Owner’s Manual before
operating this tractor.
If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your tractor,
consult an authorized Honda compact tractor dealer.
HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. 1991, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
-Indicates serious injuty or death WILL result if instructions
are not followed.
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could result if instructions are not followed.
-Indicates a possibility that minor injury can result if instructions are not followed.
-Indicates that equipment or property damage can result if
instructions are not followed.
Using this product for a purpose not intended may cause injury
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
2. SERIAL NUMBERS
3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
4. CONTROLS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
1. Engine switch
2. Fuel gauge
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3. Coolant temperature gauge
4. Tachometer
5. Hour meter
6. Oil pressure warning light
7. Charge system warning light
8. Parking brake indicator/warning buzzer
9. Headlight switch/indicator
Flashing warning lights/indicator
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1 1. Glow plug indicator
Storage of Owner’s Manual
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OPERATING CONTROLS
1. Throttle lever
2. Throttle pedal
3. Parking brake lock
4. Brake pedal
5. Clutch pedal
6. Main transmission selector/transmission range selector
7. Two- and four-wheel drive select lever (A4 type only)
8. Differential lock pedal
9. Seat adjusting lever
ATTACHMENT OPERATION SYSTEM
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PTO clutch lever
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PTO selector
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3. Stationary PTO switch/indicator
4. Rear PTO shaft/cover
Lift control lever
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6. Lift control stop
7. Lowering speed control
Auxiliary hydraulic port
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5. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
WALK-AROUND CHECKS
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UNDER-HOOD CHECKS
1. Open/close hood
2. Side column cover removal
3. Engine oil
4. Coolant
5. Battery
6. Fuel filter
7. Fan belt
8. Power steering belt
9. Radiator screen
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OPERATOR-PLATFORM CHECKS
1. Steering
2. Lights ..........................................................................
3. Clutch pedal
4. Brake pedals
5. Parking brake warning buzzer ..........................................
6. Safety interlock system
6. OPERATION
1. Starting the engine
2. Starting/driving
3. Warm up and break in operation
4. Check hydraulic lift
5. Stopping the engine .......................................................
6. Turning
7. How to use the differential lock
8. Two and four-wheel drive selection (A4 type only
9. Use of power steering
10. Attachment limitation
1 1 . Operation on a slope
12. Uphill starting procedure
13. Recommended working speed .........................................
7. TRANSPORTING
8. INSTALLING AN ATTACHMENT ............................................
1 . Rear 3-point hitch link installation (option)
2. Rear 3-point hitch attachment installation
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9. MAINTENANCE
Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Maintenance schedule
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Engine oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Air cleaner service
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Transmission fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6. Power steering fluid
7. Front axle case oil change (A4 type only)
8. All fasteners tightness/lubrication points
9. Fuel filter
10. Radiator core cleaning
11. Battery service
12. Wheel removal
13. Fuse replacement
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10. LONG TERM STORAGE
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 : y
Removal storage
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
12. SPECIFICATIONS
13. WARRANTY SERVICE
14. WIRING DIAGRAM
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
D’EeEL
WARNING LABEL LOCATION
Read these labels before operating,the tractor.
Your Honda compact tractor comes with several labels containing important safety information. Anyone who uses the tractor should read and
understand this information before operating the tractor.
The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the tractor. If a
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda
compact tractor dealer for replacements.
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AWARNING
Tractor can be hazardous if
operated improperly.
To avoid serious injury, read all
safety instructions carefully.
llRead Owner’s Manual before
operation.
I Learn the location and function
of all controls.
I Driving too fast. especially with
attachments. can lead to tip
over and serious injury.
I Do not allow children to operate
or play with the tractor or its
controls.
I Contact with attachments or
moving parts‘can cause serious
injury.
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Stop engine. &void heat. sparks,
and open flame when refueling.
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Contact with the Pow,
Take-Off (PTO) can CaUSe
serious injury.
IKeep all shields in place.
IKeep hands, feet and
clothing away.
TRACTOR SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Honda Compact Tractor has the power to do an extraordinary
amount of work. In the hands of an operator without sufficient skill or
knowledge, it has the power to damage property and injure people. It is
your responsibility to ensure that any person operating your equipment is
aware of safe operating practices and knowledgeable with the contents of
this and other related manuals. Regardless of past experience, every
operator of your H6522 should read this section carefully before operating
the tractor or any equipment attached to it.
1. Before operating the tractor
Know your equipment and its limitations. Read this entire manual
(1)
before attempting to start and operate the tractor.
Pay special attention to the warning and caution labels on the tractor
(2)
itself.
We recommend the use of a Roll Over Protective Structures (ROPS)
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and seat belt in almost all applications. This combination will reduce
the risk of serious injury or death should the tractor turn over.
If the ROPS is loosened or removed for any reason, make sure that all
parts are reinstalled correctly before operating the tractor. Never
modify or repair a ROPS because welding, bending, drilling, grinding,
or cutting any portion may weaken the structure.
A damaged ROPS structure must be replaced, not repaired or revised.
If any structural member of the ROPS is damaged, replace the entire
structure at your local Honda compact tractor dealer.
Install the HIGH-ROPS when the back hoe is used with the tractor as
it meets the safety standards established for the back hoe.
Always use the seat belt if the tractor has a ROPS. Do not use it if
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there is no ROPS. Check the seat belt daily and replace if frayed or
damaged.
Do not operate tractor or any implement attached to it while fatigued
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or under the influence of alcohol, medication, or other substances.
Carefully check the area before operating tractor or any implement at-
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tached to it. Check for clearance to all sides and overhead. Do not
allow bystanders around or near tractor during operation.
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(7) Before allowing other people to use your tractor, explain proper
operation to them and have them read this manual. It is your legal
obligation to instruct all operators in safe operation.
(8) Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around the tractor. They
may be caught on moving parts or controls, increasing the risk of an
accident. Use additional safety items (hard hat, safety boots or
shoes, eye and hearing protection, gloves, etc.) as appropriate or
required.
(g) Do not allow passengers or non-,qualified operators on the tractor at
any time. The tractor is designed for only one occupant.
(IO) Check brakes, clutch, and other mechanical parts for adjustment and
wear. Replace worn or damaged parts promptly. Check the tightness
of all nuts and bolts regularly. (For further details, see
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS.)
(11) Keep your tractor clean. Dirt, grease, and trash accumulations con-
tribute to fires and may lead to personal injury.
(12) Use only implements meeting the specifications listed under IMPLE-
MENT LIMITATIONS in this manual. Use the recommended counter
weights to maintain the balance of the tractor and reduce the risk of
upsets. Follow the safe operating procedures specified in the
manuals included with the equipment.
(13) The Honda H6522 tractor is not factory equipped with a spark ar-
rester. In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a
USDA-qualified spark arrester.
before operating. An optional spark arrester is available from an
authorized Honda tractor dealer.
Check local laws and regulations
2. Operating the tractor
(1) Never start engine or operate levers from anywhere other than the
seat.
(2) Before, starting the engine, make sure that all levers (including aux-
iliary control levers) are in their neutral positions, that the parking
brake is engaged, and that both the clutch and the Power Take Off
(PTO) are disengaged. Fasten the seat belt if the tractor has a ROPS.
(3) Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals or bypassing
the safety start switch. The machine may start in gear and move if
normal starting circuitry is bypassed.
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(4) Pull only from the drawbar. Never hitch to axle housing or any other
point except drawbar; such arrangements only increase the risk of
serious personal injury or death due to a tractor upset.
(5) Do not operate or idle engine in a non-ventilated area. Carbon monox-
ide gas is colorless, odorless, and deadly.
(6) Keep all shields and guards in place. Replace any that are missing or
damaged.
(7) Avoid sudden starts. To avoid upsets, slow down when turning, on
uneven terrain, and before stopping.
(8) The tractor cannot turn with the differential locked. Attempting to do
so could be dangerous.
(9) Do not operate near ditches, holes, embankments, or other terrain
which may collapse under the tractor’s weight. The risk of tractor
upset is even higher when the ground is loose or wet.
(I 0) Driving forward out of a ditch or up a steep slope may cause a tractor
to tip over backward. Always back out of these situations. Extra caution is required with fourwheel drive models because their higher
traction can give you the false confidence in the tractor’s ability to
climb slopes.
(I I) To avoid tipping the tractor over, always back up steep slopes. Stay
off hills and slopes too steep for safe operation.
(I 2) Watch where you are going at all times. Watch for and avoid
obstacles. Be alert at row ends, near trees, and other obstructions.
(13) When working in groups, always let the others know what you are
going to do before you do it.
(I 4) Never “coast.” Disengaging the clutch or shifting into neutral while
descending a slope could lead to loss of control.
(I 5) Never try to get on or off a moving tractor.
3. Driving the tractor on the road
(I 1 Lock the two brake pedals together to help assure straight-line stops.
Uneven braking at road speeds could cause the tractor to roll over.
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(2) Always slow the tractor down before turning. Turning at high speed
may tip the tractor over.
(3) Make sure that the Slow-Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem is clean and
visible. Use slow-moving vehicle warning lights as required.
(4) Observe all local traffic and safety regulations.
(5) Turn the headlights on. Dim them when meeting another vehicle.
(6) Drive at speeds that allow you to maintain control at all times.
(7) Do not apply the differential lock while traveling at road speeds. The
tractor will not turn correctly and may cause you to lose control.
(8) Avoid sudden movement of the steering wheel to avoid a dangerous
loss of stability. the risk is especially great when the tractor is traveling at road speeds.
(9) Do not operate an implement while the tractor is on the road. Lock it
in the raised position.
(I 0) When towing other equipment, use a safety chain in addition to the
drawbar hitch and place an SMV emblem on the towed equipment.
4. Stopping the tractor
(1) Disengage the PTO, lower all implements, place all control levers in
their neutral positions, apply parking brake, turn off the engine, and
remove the key.
(2) Make sure that the tractor has come to a complete stop before
dismounting.
5. Operating the PTO
(I) Wait until all moving components have completely stopped before
getting off the tractor, connecting, disconnecting, adjusting, clean-
ing, or servicing any PTO driven equipment.
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(2) Keep the PTO shaft cover in place at all times. Replace the PTO shaft
cap when the shaft is not in use.
(3) Before installing or using PTO driven equipment, read the manufac-
turer’s manual and review the safety labels attached to the
equiprnent.
(4) Operate PTO-driven equipment at or below the rated RPM marked on
the tachometer.
(5) When operating stationary PTO-driven equipment, always apply the
tractor parking brake and place chocks behind and in front of the rear
wheels. Stay clear of all rotating parts.
6. Using 3-point hitch
(I I Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed for 3-point hitch
usage.
(2) When using a 3-point hitch mounted implement, be sure to install any
recommended counter-weight on the front of the tractor.
(3) When transporting on the road, set the implement lowering control in
the “lock” positon to hold the implement in the raised position.
7. Servicing the tractor
Before servicing the tractor, park it on a firm level surface, set the parking
brake, place the gear shift lever in neutral and stop the engine.
(1) Allow the tractor time to cool off before working on or near the
engine, muffler, radiator, etc.
(2) Always stop the engine before refueling. Avoid spills and overfilling.
(3) Do not smoke when working around battery or when refueling. Keep
all sparks and flames away from battery and fuel tank. The battery
presents an explosion hazard because it gives off hydrogen and
oxygen; especially when recharging.
(4) Before “jumping” a dead battery,
instructions.
(5) Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all times.
read and follow all of the
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(6) Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot. Add coolant to the
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coolant recovery tank, not to the radiator.
(7) Disconnect the battery’s ground cable before working on or near
electric components.
(8) To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, always disconnect
the battery’s ground cable first and connect it last.
(9) Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim unless qualified to do so and
all proper safety precautions are followed.
(IO) Provide adequate support when changing wheels.
(11) Make sure that wheel bolts have been tightened to the specified
torque.
(12) Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient force to
penetrate skin, causing serious personal injury. Before disconnecting
hydraulic lines, be sure to release all residual pressure. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system, make sure that all connections
are tight and that all lines, pipes, and hoses are free of damage.
Fluid escaping from pinholes may not be visible. Do not use your bare
hands to search for suspected leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood, instead. The use of safety goggles or other eye protection is
also highly recommended.
If injured by escaping fluid, see a medical doctor at once. Fluid can
produce severe reactions.
8. Jump starting instructions and precautions
If ice is present or the battery is cracked, do not attempt to “jump start”
the vehicle.
(I) Bring a helper vehicle with a battery of the same voltage as disabled
tractor within easy cable reach. THE VEHICLES MUST NOT TOUCH.
(2) Engage the parking brakes of both vehicles and put the shift levers in
neutral. Turn off both key switches.
(3) Put on safety goggles and rubber gloves.
(4) Remove the vent caps from both batteries.
(5) Cover vent holes with damp rags, Do not allow the rag to touch the
battery terminals.
(6) Attach the red clamp to the positive (red, (+) or pos.) terminal of the
dead battery and clamp the other end of the same cable to the
positive (red, (+) or pos.) termianl of the helper bettery.
(7) Clamp the other cable to the negative (black, (-) or neg.) terminal of
the helper battery.
(8) Clamp the other end to the engine block or frame of the disabled trac-
tor as far from the dead battery as possible.
(9) Start the helper vehicle and let its engine run for a few moments.
Start the disabled tractor.
(I 0) Disconnect the jumper cables in the exact reverse order of attach-
ment. (Steps 8, 7 and 6).
(I 1) Remove and discard the damp rags since they may contain sulfuric
acid. Reinstall the vent caps.
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2. SERIAL NUMBERS
Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to
the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or
warranty inquires (see page 117).
The frame serial number is stamped on the right side of the frame. The
engine serial number is stamped under the muffler (inside the engine
compartment).
Frame serial number:
Engine serial number:
MUFFLER
FRAME NUMBER
ENGINE’NUMBER
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3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPSJ
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LlFT CONTROL LEVER
MAIN TRANSMISSION
SELECTOR
SPEED CONTROL
TWO AND FOUR-WHEE
DRIVE SELECT LEVER
IA4 type only)
DIFFERENTIAL
LOCK PEDAL
ENGINE OIL
DRAIN BOLT
FLASHING (HAZARD) WARNING LIGHT
THROTTLE LEVER
STEERING WHEEL
PTO CLUTCH
IARY HYDRAULIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING BUZZER
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INSTRUMENT
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CLUTCH
PARKING BRAKE
LOCK
TRANSMISSION RANGE
SELECTOR
_ PTO SELECTOR
REAR PTO
SHAFT
HOOD HELEASE
TOOL BAG
TRANSMISSION
OIL DIPSTICK
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SHAFT
ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP
ENGINE HOOD
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MAIN FUSE. /
BOX
RADIATOR
RESERVE TANK
BATTERY
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POWER STEERING
RESERVE TANK
POWER STEERING
BELT
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AIR CLEANER
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4. CONTROLS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CHARGE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT
OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT
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LIGHT
GLOW PLUG
INDICATOR
HEAD LIGHT
INDICATOR
WATER TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
HEAD LIGHT SWITCH
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HOURMETER
PARKING BRAKE
INDICATOR LIGHT
PARKINd BRAKE
WARNING BUZZER
FLASHING (HAZARD) WARNING
LIGHTS/INDICATOR
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1. ENGINE SWITCH
STATIONARY PTO
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1. Engine switch
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Always remove the key from the engine switch whenever the
tractor is unattended to prevent children or unauthorized persons from
starting the engine.
This tractor is equipped with an automotive type ignition switch, which
controls all the electrical circuits.
Key positions:
“START” to start the engine. The starter motor turns.
“ON”
to run the engine after starting. Electric system is ON.
“OFF” to stop the engine. The engine swtich key can be removed.
SWITCH
ENGINE SWITCH
KEY
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o not leave the engine switch “ON” (key on “ON” position)
when the engine ,is not running as the battery will discharge.
NOTE: The starter will not operate unless the operator is seated in the
seat, the main transmission selector is in neutral (N), the PTO clutch is
“OFF”, and the brake pedal is depressed or the parking brake set.
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2. Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the tank.
It operates when the engine switch is in the ON position.
NOTE: When the engine switch is in the OFF position, the fuel gauge will
indicate a false fuel level.
When the fuel gauge needle enters under the red zone, it indicates that the
amount of remaining fuel in the tank is about 4.5 liters (1.2 gal). Refill as
soon as possible.
FUEL GAUGE
RED ZONE
EMPTY
3. Coolant temperature gauge
m Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The
coolant is under pressure and may blow out and scald you.
m The needle should stay within the orange range. If the needle
reaches the red line at “H” (Hot), pull to a safe location, stop the engine
and check the coolant level in the reserve tank on the right side of the
radiator under the hood.
COOLANT
GAUGE
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4. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
TACHOMETER
This line indicates a reference engine speed at
which the rear attachment is operated.
5. Hour meter
Indicates the tractor’s total accumulated hours of operation. The number
to the right is tenths of an hour. The hour meter will run at actual clock
speed only when the engine is running at 2150 RPM.
HOUR METER
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6. Oil pressure warning light
The oil pressure warning light will come on, and remain on, if there is insufficient oil pressure or when the engine switch is turned on with the engine
not running.
If the light should stay on while operating the tractor, Pull the tractor to a
safe location, turn the engine off, and check the engine oil level (see page
41).
Even if the oil level is correct, the engine should be checked by a Honda
compact tractor dealer before the tractor is operated again.
NOTE:
l The oil pressure warning light will only light as a result of low oil
pressure. It is not directly an oil level indicator.
l Running the engine while the oil pressure warning light is on constantly
may cause immediate and severe engine damage.
WARNING LIGHT
7. Charging system warning light
The charging system warning light comes on when there is a problem with
the electrical system or when the engine switch is turned on with the
engine not running. If the light comes on while operating the tractor, stop
the tractor and see if the fan belt is loose or broken. (See page 45 for how
to check belt tension.)
If the engine has been running, some engine components may be hot
enough to burn you.
If necessary, have the charging system checked by your Honda compact
tractor dealer.
CHARGING SYSTEM
WARNING LIGHT
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8. Parking brake indicator light/warning buzzer
There is a parking brake indicator light and warning buzzer to remind you
to release the parking brake lock before driving the tractor.
When the parking brake is applied, the parking brake indicator goes on.
When the transmission selector is set in gear other than “N”, the warning
buzzer sounds.
1 NOTICE 1
l Operating the tractor with the parking brake locked will result in severe
damage to the brake lining, and could lead to a complete brake system
failure.
l When washing the tractor, do not spray water directly into the warning
buzzer to prevent possible damage to the buzzer.
PARKiNG BRAKE ~NO~CATOR LIGHT
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9. Headlight switch/indicator
The headlight switch turns the headlights ON and OFF.
1 NOTICE 1 p.
or visibility increases tlhe risk of striking hidden objects.
Reduce speed when operating the tractor in low visibility conditions.
ED-High beam (The headlight, corner light, taillight, and the high beam in-
dicator lights turn on.)
%O-Low beam (The headlight, corner lights and taillight turn on.)
OFF- Headlight is off.
HEADLIGHT
INDICATOR
HIGH SEAM
INDICATOR
10. Flashing (Hazard) warning lights
Turn the warning lights on by moving the lever forward or backward from
its center position. When the lights are on, the indicator on the instrument
panel will flash. The warning lights will operate without the engine switch
being “ON”.
Use the flashing warning lights anytime the tractor is operated on or near a
roadway.
FLASHING (HAZARD) WARNING LIGHT
11. Glow plug continuity indicator
The glow plug continuity indicator indicates that the electric current is
flowing to the glow plug.
The indicator turns on when the engine switch is turned to the “START”
position, and it turns off when the engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position.
CONTINUITY
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12. Storage of Owner’s Manual
Remove the side pocket and store the Owner’s Manual in the vinyl bag.
Be sure to close the vinyl bag securely.
OWNER’S MANUAL
VINYL BAG
POCKET
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OPERATING CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL -‘/)$$G
CLUTCH PEDAL
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.ECTOR RANGE SEI
PARKIYG BRAKE LOCK
ROTTLE LEVER
THROTTLE PEDAL
MAIN TRANSMISSION
0 ANd FOUR-WHEEL
VE SELECTOR
PTO SELECTOR-‘+n \
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I ’ ‘: DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL
COVER
1. Throttle lever
The throttle lever controls engine speed from SLOW (idle) to FAST (max
speed); it will stay in any designated position.
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THROtiLE LEVER
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2. Throttle pedal
The throttle pedal should be used with the throttle lever set in SLOW (idle)
position. Depress the pedal to increase the engine speed. Releasing the
foot from the pedal causes the engine speed to decrease. Use this pedal
when operating on roads or transporting your tractor from one place to
another.
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of the throttle lever. When the throttle lever is set in FAST position, the
engine speed is not lowered to the idle speed when the pedal is released
and can cause accident or injury.
3. Parking brake lock
Set the parking brake whenever the tractor is stopped.
1. Be sure the brake pedals are interconnected with the connector plate
(see page 26).
2. Firmly depress and hold the brake pedals.
3. Push down and hold the parking brake lock.
4. Release the brake pedals and then release pressure on the parking brake
lock.
To release the parking brake, push on the brake pedals until the parking
brake lock moves to its “OFF” position.
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severe damage to the brake lining, and could lead to a complete brake
system failure.
The minimum speed of the engine is determined by the position
OTTLE PEDAL
erating the tractor with the parking brake locked will result in
PARKING BRAKE LOCK
BRAKE PEDAL
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4. Brake pedal
The brake pedals operate the brakes on the rear wheels of the tractor. The
left and right brakes can be applied independently by disconnecting the
pedals with the connector plate. For nomal operation, keep the pedals
interconnected.
l Depressing the brake pedal hard while the tractor is being driven may
cause damage to the tractor drive components unless the clutch pedal
is depressed first.
l Driving the tractor with the brake pedal partly depressed can damage
the brake lining.
CONNECTING PLATE
BRAKE PEDAL
5. Clutch pedal
Depress the clutch pedal to disconnect engine power from the transmission. Always depress the clutch pedal before moving the transmission
range selector.
ENGAGED
CLUTCH PEDAL
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6. Main transmission selector/transmission range selector
Nine forward speeds and three reverse speeds are available by using the
main transmission selector and the transmission range selector (see
SPECIFICATIONS, page 115).
The main transmission selector can be shifted between forward speeds
while driving without using the clutch. To prevent abrupt starts when the
transmission range selector is in
“3” range, always use the clutch to start
the tractor or shift speeds.
Always come to a full stop before shifting between reverse and forward
speeds.
Always come to a full stop and depress the clutch before moving the
transmission range selector.
TRANSMISSION RANGE
SELECTOR
MAIN TRANSMISSION
SELECTOR
7. Two-and four wheel drive selector (A4 type only)
Two and four wheel drive can be selected by operating this lever. To shift
into four wheel drive, move the selector up to the four wheel drive position. For two wheel drive, move the select lever down to the two wheel
drive position.
( Before moving the selector, be sure to tiring the tractor to a
complete stop and depress the clutch pedal fully.
For
operation of the two-and four-wheel drive select lever,
refer to
69.
TWO AND
SELECTOR
FOUR
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8. Differential lock pedal
When greater straight-line traction is needed on loose or soft terrain,
pushing and holding the pedal locks the differential, causing both rear
wheels to rotate at the same speed. For normal operation, the pedal should
be released (unlocked) so that the differential allows one rear wheel to
rotate at a different speed than the other around curves.
To release the lock remove your foot from the pedal.
For operation of the differential lock, refer to Page 67.
DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
9. Seat adjusting lever
Raise the adjusting lever under the seat to adjust the seat position. After
adjustment, be sure that the seat is securely locked in position .
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SEAT ADJUSi-ING
LEVER
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