PDF Operator Manual Case IH Steiger 335 385 435 485 535 Tractors - 1 MB
Get the official operator's manual for the powerful Case IH Steiger series tractors, covering models 335, 385, 435, 485, and 535.
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Steiger 335
Steiger 385
Steiger 435
Steiger 485
Steiger 535
Tractors
Operator’s Manual
Print No. 87562869
1st edition
English 07/07
CASE
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1 - TO THE OWNER
Engine Serial Number (385 - 435)
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Located on the LH upper side under the heat shield.
MT05M015
Engine Serial Number (485) 1 3
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Located on the LH upper side behind compound
turbo gear box.
MT07F083
Engine Serial Number (535) 1 3
__________________________________________
Located on the LH upper side under the heat shield.
MT05M016
Transmission Serial Number 1 3
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Located on the LH rear side of the transmission.
MT07F084
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2 - SAFETY/DECALS
! Safety Rules !
● Do not turn the steering wheel until everyone is ● Do not tamper with the ballast on the High
clear of the equipment and the center hinge area. Intensity Discharge Head Lamp as it contains
Turning the steering wheel can swing the tractor high voltage. Personal injury or death can occur.
and equipment from side to side. R303A M639
● Always use the hand rails when mounting or ● To prevent tractor movement, always apply the
dismounting from the tractor. Always face the park brake whenever the tractor is parked with
tractor when mounting and dismounting. This will the engine running. The park brake is applied
provide more secure hand and feet mobility to automatically when the engine is shut down. M627
help prevent slipping and possible injury. R304A
● Always start the engine from the operator’s seat.
● Always keep the cab windows and rear view Never attempt to bypass start, the tractor may
mirrors clean to provide the best all around suddenly start and move resulting in serious or
visibility while operating the tractor. R416 fatal injury. M787
● Do not pull with elastic tow ropes. Elastic tow rope ● To avoid possible eye damage from microwave
store energy. Sudden release may cause injury signals emitted by the radar sensor, do not look
or death. directly into the sensor face. M788
M425
● The operator cab does not protect against inhaling
● Young children should not be permitted to operate
harmful pesticides or chemicals. Please utilize an
or ride the tractor under any circumstances. M630
approved respirator or other personal protection
● Do not look directly into the High Intensity equipment as recommended by the chemical
Discharge Head Lamp. Eye damage can occur. supplier when using these materials.
M792
M638
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2 - SAFETY/DECALS
ARTICULATION CYLINDER LOCKING BLOCKS
Steering cylinder locking blocks are supplied with the
tractor. The locking blocks are installed on the rod
end of the steering cylinders to hold the tractor
articulation point in a rigid position. The locking
blocks MUST be installed for safety when doing the
following operations:
1. Before doing service work near the center of the
tractor.
2. Before lifting or transporting the tractor on
another vehicle.
3. Before operating stationary PTO equipment.
MK01G280
Make sure the locking blocks are removed and
LOCKING BLOCKS
installed in the storage position before attempting to
steer the tractor.
MK01G182
LOCKING BLOCKS STORED ON THE LOWER LH FRONT SIDE
MK99M001
OF THE FUEL TANK
LOCKING BLOCK INSTALLED ON ROD END OF
ARTICULATION STEERING CYLINDER
MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING THE TRACTOR
WARNING: Jumping on or off the machine
can cause an injury. Always face the
machine, use the hand rails and steps, and
get on or off slowly. Maintain a three point
! contact to avoid falling, (both hands on rails
and one foot on the step, or one hand on the
hand rail and both feet on the steps).
SM516
To avoid injury and provide more secure mobility,
always face the tractor and use the hand rails and
steps provided when entering or leaving the tractor
cab.
MT07E024
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3 - OPERATING CONTROLS
OPERATOR’S SEAT WITH AIR SUSPENSION
Your operator’s seat is equipped with controls to adjust the seat for your personal comfort. Identify your seat and
adjust the seat as explained.
Positive Response Seat
1 2
1. SEAT SWIVEL - The seat swivels to
the right and left of center. Lift the
swivel control lever UP until seat can
swivel. Turn the seat to the desired
position. Release the lever to lock
the seat in the desired position.
2. FORE/AFT - The operator’s seat can
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be adjusted forward or rearward for 4 3
individual operator size. Pull UP on
the lever and slide the seat to the
MT04M048
desired position. Release the lever
1. SEAT SWIVEL 4. LATERAL ISOLATOR
to lock the seat in position. 2. FORE/AFT 5. RIDE FIRMNESS
3. FORE/AFT ISOLATOR CONTROL
3. FORE/AFT ISOLATOR - The seat
can float a short distance forward or
rearward when the isolator lever is
lowered. With the isolator lever in the
UP position, the seat does not float
fo r wa r d o r r e a r wa r d . Th e f l o a t
position absorbs s hocks and
re duc es operat or fa tigue whe n
traveling over rough terrain.
4. LATERAL ISOLATOR - The seat
can float a short distance right or left
when the isolator lever is DOWN.
With the isolator lever in the UP
position, the seat does not float right
or left. The float (DOWN) position
absor bs shocks and reduces
operator fatigue when traveling over
rough terrain.
5. RIDE FIRMNESS CONTROL - The
amount of firmness can be adjusted
for personal comfort. This control is
infinitely adjustable. The lever up is
soft. Push the lever down to increase
the firmness.
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3-OPERATING CONTROLS
Electric Remote Valve Function Control
The levers control the function of each remote
hydraulic control lever. The lever has five positions.
1. Hydraulic Motor Position - Sets the remote
circuit for hydraulic motor use.
2. Non-Detent Raise Position - Used when
operating non-detented equipment or
attachments, e.g. a loader.
3. Full Function Position - Allows full function of
the remote lever.
4. Float Lock-Out Position - Prevents the remote MT04M006
lever from going into float position.
1 3
5. Lock Position - Locks the remote lever for 2 4 5
transport.
Hitch Up/Down Switch
MA994N045
The up/down switch raises or lowers the
hitch to operator selected preset positions
without changing any of the hitch
adjustments.
UP - Press the switch bottom to raise the
hitch to the position set by the upper limit
control.
DOWN - Press the switch top to lower the hitch to the
position set by the hitch position control at the speed
set by the drop speed control.
EXPRESS DOWN - Double click and hold the top of
the switch momentarily to bypass the drop speed and
MT07E019
position control settings to lower the hitch at
maximum speed.
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3 - OPERATING CONTROLS
Strobe or Beacon Light Switch
(If Equipped)
This is a two-position ON/OFF switch to control the
strobe or beacon light. Press on the top of the switch
to turn ON the light. Press on the bottom of the
switch to turn OFF the light.
MT07E008
Engine Constant Speed Power
Switch
This is a two-position ON/OFF rocker switch to
control the engine constant speed feature. Press on
the top of the switch to turn ON the Constant Speed
feature. Press the bottom of the switch to turn OFF
the Constant Speed feature. See Constant Engine
Speed Operation for more details.
MT07E008
Engine Constant Speed Adjust
Switch
This is a three-position momentary switch to set the
desired maximum engine speed. Press on the TOP
of the switch to INCREASE the engine speed. Press
on the bottom of the switch to DECREASE engine
speed.
NOTE: Each time the switch is depressed, engine
speed will increase/decrease approximately 10 rpm.
MT07E008
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4 - INSTRUMENTATION
The following section gives an overview and
location of all the cab instrumentation.
Refer to the appropriate section in this manual for further details.
ROPS POST INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OVERVIEW
The Instrument Cluster Unit (ICU) is mounted on the
front right hand cab Roll Over Protective Structure
(ROPS) post. The ICU will automatically monitor
various operating systems and functions on your
tractor. The condition of the monitored systems is
indicated by Analog Gauges, Light Emitting Diode
(LED) indicator lamps and Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD) text displays.
The instrument cluster displays tractor performance
information and audio alarm conditions which are
impor tant to the operation of the tractor and
implement system.
IMPORTANT: The performance display functions in
the instrument cluster are transferred to the AFS 200
or AFS PRO 600 display if installed on the tractor.
The exception to this is the SLIP% and SLIP Limit.
The SLIP information is displayed momentarily when
the hitch is in the lowered position, ground speed is
above 2 MPH (3.2 Km/h), and the slip limit set
(momentary) switch is depressed.
When the key switch is turned to the ON position, the
tractor instrumentation will do a self check of all
monitored systems. All indicator lamps and display
screens will energize for 3 seconds and an audible
alarm will sound for 1 second. Before starting the
MT04M007
tractor, make sure all systems are operating. If any
system is not operating, contact your dealer.
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4 - INSTRUMENTATION
AUTO MODE
1. Lay out a level, straight-line course of 60 meters
with a clearly marked start and finish line.
NOTE: The tractor must maintain a steady speed
above 2 mph (3.4 kph) through the 60 meter course.
2. Park the tractor an adequate distance from the
start line to achieve the speed necessary and
allow time to push the correct keys.
3. Start the engine and enter the PROGRAM
MODE.
4. Using the INCR or DECR keys to select Tire MD05F012
Radius.
5. Press the PROG key to display AUTO and
MANUAL.
6. Use the INCR or DECR keys to select AUTO.
7. Press the PROG key to display READY.
8. Drive the tractor forward at a steady speed above
2 mph, press and release the INCR key as the
tractor crosses the start line. The display will
change from READY to *WORKING.
9. Press the DECR key as the tractor crosses the
finish line. The ICU will stop the auto calibration
and display the new rolling tire radius for 2
seconds and return to CONFIG screen. MD05F013
The ICU will save the new rolling tire radius value
or will display *FAILED* if tractor speed varied or
was below 2 mph (3.4 kph).
10. Stop the tractor and turn the key switch OFF.
MD05F015
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4 - INSTRUMENTATION
Display Problem Corrective Action
STEERING Steering controller has detected an If condition persists contact your dealer.
FAULT electronic or electrical failure.
AUX The remote hydraulics electronic If condition persists contact your dealer.
FAULT controller has detected an
electronic or electrical failure.
INSTRUMENT The tractor monitor has detected an If condition persists contact your dealer.
FAULT electronic or electrical failure.
ENGINE The engine electronic controller has If condition persists contact your dealer.
FAULT detected an electronic or electrical
failure.
TRANSMISSION Calibration setup programming is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the transmission
electronic controller.
ARMREST Calibration setup programming is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the arm rest control
console electronic controller
HITCH Calibration setup programming is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the hitch electronic
controller.
AUX Calibration setup programming is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the remote hydraulic
electronic controller.
STEERING Calibration setup program is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the steering electronic
controller.
INSTRUMENT Calibration setup programming is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the tractor monitor.
ENGINE Calibration setup programming is Contact your dealer.
SETUP required on the engine electronic
controller.
AUX The remote hydraulic control Move lever(s) back to neutral.
NEUTRAL lever(s) were not in neutral on
startup.
TURN PTO The power take off switch was not in Move power take off switch to the OFF
OFF the off position on startup. position.
HITCH The hitch position control did not Move the hitch position control to match the
CAPTURE match the actual hitch position on actual hitch position.
startup.
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4 - INSTRUMENTATION
Implement Width Setup Information
This screen displays the implement width currently
programmed into the monitor in feet or meters.
When the Area screen is displayed, pressing the
ARE A butto n for two se co nds wi ll c au se th e
implement Width Setup screen to be displayed.
A DJ U S T I NG I M P L E M E NT W I D TH : W i t h t h e
IMPLEMENT WIDTH SETUP screen displayed,
pressing the INCR or DECR button will change the
feet (meters) currently programmed into the monitor.
Pressing and releasing the INCR or DECR button will
increase or decrease the measurement one digit at a
time. Pressing and holding the INCR or DECR button
will change the digit at a rate of 3.2 feet (meters) per
second.
AREA EDIT: When the desired implement width is
obtained, pressing the “A” button will enter the
change and cause the Area Edit screen to be
displayed.
MT07E041
RETURNING TO AREA SCREEN: When the desired
implement width is obtained, pressing the “B” button
will enter the change and return to the Area screen.
Area Edit
This screen displays the Area Edit screen which
allows the total accumulated acres (hectares) to be
increased or decreased, permitting an initial offset or
correction to be entered.
W h e n th e I m p l e m e n t W i dt h S e t u p s c r e e n i s
displayed, pressing the “A” button will cause the Area
Edit screen to be displayed.
RESETTING ACCUMULATED AREA: With the Area
Edit screen displayed, pressing the INCR or DECR
button will change the acres (hectares) currently
accumulated into the monitor. Pressing and releasing
the INCR or DECR button will increase or decrease
the measurement one digit at a time. Pressing and
holding the INCR or DECR button will change the
digit at a rate of 3.2 acres (hectares) per second.
RETURNING TO IMPLEMENT WIDTH SETUP:
When the desired accumulated area is obtained,
pressing the “A” button will enter the change and
MT07E040
return to the implement Width Setup screen.
RETURNING TO AREA SCREEN: When the desired
accumulated area is obtained, pressing the “B”
button will enter the change and return to the Area
screen.
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5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: Never adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering
! column while driving can cause loss of control resulting in injury or death.
SM517
1
MT05M011
1. STEERING COLUMN RELEASE PEDAL - To tilt or telescope the steering column, push the pedal (1) down,
release the pedal to lock the column in the desired position.
MK98C105 MK98C104
COLUMN TILT ADJUSTMENT COLUMN TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT
The steering column can be adjusted up or down into The steering column can be moved in or out in any
eleven different positions. one of the tilt positions.
TO ADJUST: Push the pedal (1) down. Move column
TO ADJUST: Push the pedal (1) COMPLETELY
up (shown) or down to the required position. Release
down. Pull or push the column in or out to the
the pedal to lock the column in position.
required position. Release the pedal to lock the
column in position.
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5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TOWING THE TRACTOR
The park brake MUST be released before towing to
WARNING: Do not pull with elastic tow prevent damage. If the tractor requires service that
ropes. Elastic tow rope stores energy.
! Sudden release may cause injury or death.
cannot be done in the field, the tractor must be
transported on another vehicle.
M425
If the tractor must be towed a short distance to a safe
Towing the tractor is not recommended and must be a r e a , o r fo r t r a n s p o r t i n g , u s e t h e fo l l o w i n g
avoided whenever possible. The tractor is equipped procedures.
with a spring applied park brake that is applied
automatically whenever the engine is shut off or the
hydraulic system fails.
Engine Running - Tow Procedure
If the engine is not running the park brake must be
manually released.
1. Use a rigid tow bar and safety chain connected
to the drawbar.
2. If equipped, disengage the differential locks. 1
3. Put the transmission control lever (1) in the
NEUTRAL position.
4. Turn the key switch to the ON position.
MK99N205
Engine Not Running - Tow Procedure
If the engine is not running the park brake must be
manually released.
1. Use a rigid tow bar and safety chain connected
to the drawbar.
2. If equipped, disengage the differential locks.
3. Put the transmission control lever (1) in the
NEUTRAL position.
4. Turn the key switch to the ON position.
MK99M023
5. Tow Cable (Optional 385, 435, 485 and 535) If
equipped with the tow cable (1) option, remove
the retainer pin (2) to release the cable from the
storage bracket.
2
1
MT07F128
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5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Turning Auto Field Operation ON:
Auto Field Operation is intended primarily for tillage applications or where maintaining engine speed/torque under
changing load conditions is accomplished by changing transmission speed.
Automatic gear selection depends on transmission output shaft speed, current gear engaged, and the engine
torque (electronically controlled engines only) required to maintain tractor performance under varying load
conditions. These shift characteristics called “Droop” are preset at the factory. If required, these shift characteristics
can be reset by referring to Resetting Droop in this section.
1. Move the throttle lever to the FULL throttle
position.
NOTE: Leave the throttle in the FULL throttle
position when operating in AFO.
RH02G094
2. Use the gear selection switch and find the
desired maximum gear for the field work being
performed.
RH02G077
3. Press the bottom of the Autoshift switch to turn
Auto Field Operation ON.
Automatic shift range is now from the active gear
when the switch is turned ON to any lower gear
available.
NOTE: If current gear selected is higher than 12th
when Auto Field Operation is turned ON, automatic
shift range will default to 12th gear as the maximum
gear to any lower gear available.
As load increases due to changing field conditions,
the tractor downshifts the transmission automatically
to maintain engine RPM. As load decreases, the MT07E020
tractor upshifts as required within the range, but to no
gear higher than the active gear when Auto Field
Operation was turned ON (12th gear if Auto Field
Operation was turned on in 13th gear or above).
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5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
An indicator lamp located on the ROPS instrument
panel will illuminate when HI or LO range is selected.
The upper lamp icon (3) will indicate HI range
operation. The lower lamp icon (4) will indicate LO
range operation.
3
4
MK01G300
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6 - FIELD OPERATION
Connecting Implement To Drawbar
To limit stress on the tractor and the implement, the
implement must be connected correctly to the tractor
drawbar. If the implement is not connected correctly,
the tractor will be difficult to operate and the
implement will not perform properly. 2
3
● Connect towed implements (1) to the drawbar (2)
only, never to the three point hitch.
● Use the tractor hitch pin (3) to connect the
implement to the drawbar. Make sure the pin is
4
held securely in place with a lock pin.
● When working with the drawbar, raise the three 1
point hitch as high as possible, to prevent
MT07F093
interference between the lower links and the
implement.
● When working with PTO, do the following:
A. Lock the drawbar in the center position of
the drawbar suppor t with the drawbar
retainer bolts and nuts.
B. Install the safety chain (4), if equipped, as
described in the Safety Section of this
manual.
Drawbar Load Limitations
Heavy equipment can place excessive loads on the
drawbar. Load is greatly increased by speed and
uneven terrain. The maximum vertical load on the
standard drawbar, must not exceed 5300 lb. (2404
Kg) for 335 models or 6000 lb. (2722 Kg) for 385,
435, 485 and 535 tractors when operating in the
retracted position.
NOTE: An optional 11,000 lb. (4983 Kg) Heavy Duty
Drawbar is recommended for heavier drawbar loads
or implements with upward (negative) drawbar loads.
See Heavy Duty Drawbar for additional information.
I M P O RTA N T: W h e n t ow i n g e q u i p m e n t o n a MT07F100
highway, always use a safety chain as an auxiliary
connection between the tractor and towed
implement. See Safety Chain.
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6 - FIELD OPERATION
5. Push the BOTTOM switch button (3) to LOWER
the hitch.
6. When the switch buttons are released, the hitch
will stop and stay at the height selected until the
hitch controls inside the cab are used to
operate the hitch.
7. If both switch buttons are pushed at the same
time the hitch will stop. When the buttons are 3
released, the system will reset in approximately
one second and the switch can be used in the
normal manner.
8. After all connections and adjustments have
MK99H196
been made, shut off the engine, disconnect the
remote switch from the rear outlet. Store the
switch in the cab.
9. The hitch system must be enabled with the
HITCH POSITION CONTROL after each use of
the remote switch. Refer to Enabling the Hitch
System in this section.
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6 - FIELD OPERATION
3. Press the record switch (1) to save the
recording.
1
MT07E009
4. Selected function icons appear in the square
(1). When the next function is selected, the prior
selected function icon is moved under the
square. Shown is the transmission up shift in
the square with cylinder retract and engine rpm
up below. See display icon char t for icon
descriptions.
1
RH04C027
Display Icons
Icon Icon
Graphic
Graphic Icon Description Icon Description
Electronic End of Row Symbol. Displays in Hitch lower.
screen top center when system is active.
Record - On steady in recording mode, blinks Transmission up - shift.
when in pause mode.
Play - On steady in playback mode, blinks Transmission down - shift.
when in pause mode.
Program selection one. Remote cylinder extend.
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6 - FIELD OPERATION
Neutral Lock Position
The remote hydraulic control levers can be locked in
the neutral position to prevent moving the remote
lever during transport. This can be done by moving
the remote control levers to the neutral position and
rotating the remote function control to the right locked
position. This must be done for each hydraulic control
lever that you intend to be locked out.
MA99N042
No Float Position
To operate in a “no float” position, rotate the remote
function control to float lockout position. Now, the
control lever cannot be moved into the “float”
position.
MA99N043
Non-Detented Position
(If Equipped)
When operating implements or attachments which
require a non-detented raise hydraulic function, the
remote function control MUST be rotated to the
non-detent position. This prevents the remote lever
from moving to the rearward (raise) detent position.
MA99N044
WARNING: Certain implements and attachments require a non-detented
remote function control for proper or improved operation. Be sure to move the
remote function control to the non-detent symbol position for these situations.
! This will prevent the remote control lever from going into a timed raise detent. A
timed raise detent will continue hydraulic operation for a period of time after
remote lever movement, which may cause unwanted motion for some
implements or attachments which may result in injury or death. M0629
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6 - FIELD OPERATION
True Ground Speed Sensor
Connector
One radar sensor connector is located inside the
electronics compartment for monitors requiring the
ground speed input from the True Ground Speed
Sensor (if equipped). An adapter harness (P/N
324847A) is available from your dealer to convert an
existing monitor ground speed connector to this new
connector.
MS00A015
Monitor Mounting
Monitor mounting brackets are available for the
installation of various monitors. In addition to the AFS
monitor (if equipped), monitor mounts are available
for three different mounting locations as follows:
1. LH side of RH A-Post
2. RH side of RH A-Post
3. Service Window
See your dealer for more information.