Branson 3120R User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
ABOUT WARRANTY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50
OVERVIEW OF THE TRACTOR ----------------------------------------------------------------- 52
FUNCTIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 56
SWITCHES AND LEVERS ------------------------------------------------------------------- 57
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
PEDALS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 67
1. CLUTCH PEDAL ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 68
2. BRAKE PEDALS AND CONNECTOR ------------------------------------------- 68
3. ACCELERATION PEDAL ------------------------------------------------------------ 69
4. DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL ----------------------------------------------------- 69
LEVER OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 70
1. MID REMOTE VALVE JOYSTICK ------------------------------------------------ 71
2. MAIN GEAR SHIFT LEVER -------------------------------------------------------- 71
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3. 3PT POSITION CONTROL LEVER ------------------------------------------------ 72
4. RANGE SHIFT LEVER -------------------------------------------------------------- 72
5. PARK BRAKE LEVER --------------------------------------------------------------- 73
6. STOP/SLOW RETURN VALVE ---------------------------------------------------- 73
7. MFWD LEVER ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 74
8. PTO LEVER ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 75
OTHERS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 75
1. WORKLAMP SWITCH --------------------------------------------------------------- 76
2. SEAT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 77
OPERATION & WORK ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 78
CHECKING BEFORE OPERATION ------------------------------------------------------- 79
STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE ---------------------------------------------------- 86
1. TO START THE ENGINE ------------------------------------------------------------ 87
2. TO STOP THE ENGINE ---------------------------------------------------------------- 89
OPERATING 3 POINT HITCH --------------------------------------------------------------- 90
DRIVING ON THE ROAD -------------------------------------------------------------------- 92
DRIVING ON THE SLOPE ------------------------------------------------------------------- 93
ENTERING AND LEAVING THE PAVEMENT ------------------------------------------- 94
TURNING ON THE PAVEMENT ------------------------------------------------------------ 95
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR LOCK --------------------------------------------------------------- 96
TRACTOR LOADING / UNLOADING ----------------------------------------------------- 97
INSTALLING 3POINT LINK ------------------------------------------------------------------ 98
PRECAUTIONS FOR CONNECTING THE IMPLEMENT --------------------------- 101
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ADJUSTING WHEEL TREAD --------------------------------------------------------------- 102
POWER STEERING --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 103
MAINTENANCE AFTER WORK ----------------------------------------------------------------- 104
MAINTENANCE AFTER WORK ------------------------------------------------------------ 105
MAINTENANCE FOR PROLONGED STORAGE -------------------------------------- 106
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT ------------------------------------------ 110
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ------------------------------------------------ 111
OIL, GREASE, AND ANTI-FREEZE CHART -------------------------------------------- 113
FUEL, OIL, AND COOLANT CHART ------------------------------------------------------ 113
CHECKING AND CHANGING OF OIL ---------------------------------------------------- 114
1. ENGINE OIL ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 115
2. TRANSMISSION / HYD FLUID ---------------------------------------------------- 116
3. FRONT AXLE FLUID ----------------------------------------------------------------- 118
FILTERS / COOLANT REPLACEMENT -------------------------------------------------- 120
1. ENGINE OIL FILTER ----------------------------------------------------------------- 120
2. TRANSMISSION / HYD FLUID ---------------------------------------------------- 121
3. FUEL FILTER ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 122
4. COOLANT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 122
OTHERS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 125
1. RADIATOR SCREEN / AIR CLEANER ------------------------------------------ 125
2. BATTERY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 127
3. ADJUSTING PARKING BRAKE --------------------------------------------------- 128
4. PIPES AND HOSES ----------------------------------------------------------------- 129
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5. ELECTRICAL CABLES -------------------------------------------------------------- 130
6. GREASING ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 131
7. STEERING WHEEL ------------------------------------------------------------------ 132
8. BRAKE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 133
9. FAN BELT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 134
10. TOE-IN ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 135
11. FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK -------------------------------------------------------- 136
12. COLOR OF EXHAUST GAS ------------------------------------------------------ 137
TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 138
ENGINE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 139
CLUTCH & BRAKE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 142
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 143
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 144
SPECIFICATIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 146
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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.
• 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.
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DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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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• Make sure to observe the instruction given in this section to avoid equipment failure or personal injury or death.
[Otherwise]
The exhaust gas can cause intoxication and lead to fatal
consequences.
[Otherwise]
An unexpected accident may occur, such as overturning
of the tractor.
Beware of exhaust gas.
Start engine in a well ventilated area.
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.
WARNING WARNING
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
An unexpected accident may occur, possibly re or explo-
sion.
Make sure work area is properly lighted.
Use safety work lights with protection cov-
ering.
WARNING
Keep a rst aid kit and re extinguisher
handy at all times while operating equip-
ment.
WARNING
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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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
Never wear loose, torn or bulky clothing
around tractor.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
You will be exposed to a risk of being entangled in the
equipment resulting in injury.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
You will be exposed to a risk of death or serious injury if
the tractor overturns.
Fasten your seat belt at all times.
WARNING
Before allowing other people to use your
tractor, explain how to operate and have
them read this manual.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of death, serious injury, or damage to
the tractor.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
An un expected accident may occur or tractor may not
perform properly.
Be sure to use only implements which are
recommended by manufacturer.
WARNING
Fully warn children and keep them away
from the tractor at all times.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of injury.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
Fire or explosion may occur.
Absolutely no lit cigarettes, matches, or
lighters anywhere near when fueling the
tank.
DANGER
Inspect electrical wiring contact insulation
to avoid shorting or spark.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of re due to short circuit.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
The tire may blow out, causing an injury.
When lling tires with air, do not inate it
beyond the maximum pressure stated in
this booklet.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
An unexpected accident may occur.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Do not inate
the re beyound
the max. air
pressure
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[Otherwise]
There is a risk of getting burnt.
During operation and right after the engine
is turned off, the mufer is very hot. Avoid
touching it, as you may get burnt.
CAUTION
Use only the genuine parts or other ap-
proved parts. Do not modify the tractor
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.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
There is danger of accident or equipment failure due to
poor maintenance.
Perform periodic maintenance, keep each
part of the tractor in normal condition. Make
sure to replace all hydraulic hoses and
brake hoses once every two years.
WARNING
Check carefully that the various safety
lamps such as direction indication lamp
before driving the tractor
WARNING
[Otherwise]
Because signal cannot be seen by nearby workers, ag-
ricultural equipment, automobiles, etc. It may result in a
cause of accident.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Good
maintenance!
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[Otherwise]
The fuel may ignite and re may break out.
Never ll the fuel tank while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
DANGER
If fuel pipe is damaged, fuel will leak. Make
sure that you check for any leakage.
DANGER
[Otherwise]
There is a danger of re.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Fuel is leaking
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[Otherwise]
It may result in a re accident or environmental pollution.
After lling the fuel tank, close the fuel ller
cap completely and wipe off the excess
fuel thoroughly.
DANGER
Every day before operating the tractor,
check for straws, dust, fuel, or other resi-
due on and around the mufer and the en-
gine and remove them.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
It may result in a re.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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[Otherwise]
The tractor may not turn to the direction you want and
may cause an accident.
Except when you adjust the steering wheel,
make sure that the tilt lever is placed in the
<Lock> position.
WARNING
Check if the brakes work properly and
evenly on both sides or if the steering
wheel is loose.
WARNING
[Otherwise]
There is a risk of accident..
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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