BOXER JD 4500-4700 Op Manual - Terracab.ca

Jodale Perry CorporationP.O. Box 909300 Route 100Morden, Manitoba, CanadaR6M 1A8Ph: (204) 822-9100Fax: (204) 822-9111Email: admin@jodaleperry.comOperator’s ManualThis manual must remain with the BOXER ROPS cab:Serial #:If it is stolen, lost, or misplaced, contact Jodale Perryfor an immediate replacement prior to operating the tractor.John Deere 4500-4700BOXER ROPS CabPrinted in Canada: 2002/02

1.0 IntroductionWe at Jodale Perry are pleased that you have chosen a BOXER ROPS cab for yourJohn Deere 4500-4700 tractor. The BOXER cab has evolved through ideas andsuggestions submitted to us by customers such as yourself.We ask that you study this manual and adopt the practices outlined in it.We ask that for practices and operations not outlined in this manual, you follow theinstructions given in the operator’s manual supplied with the tractor. Beforeputting the tractor in service, become familiar with all the information described inboth manuals.Tractor in this manual is defined as the vehicle mounted with BOXER cab (i.e.tractor, mower, etc.)

2.0 Safety2.1.8. Use steps and handholds whenmounting and dismounting the tractor,or for servicing components too high toreach from the ground.Carefully review the procedures given inthis manual and the tractor operator’smanual with all operators annually. It is 2.1.9. Do not use the cab fender as a step.important that all operators be familiar2.1.10. Fasten seat belt before startingwith, and follow, safety precautions.the engine. If the tractor is not equippedOperating instructions must be given to with seat belts, purchase approved seatbelts from the tractor manufacturer oreveryone using the tractor beforeJodale Perry prior to operating theoperation and at least once yearlytractor.thereafter in compliance with OHSARegulations 1928.57 (United States).2.1.11. Safety devices and shields areintended to protect operators from injury2.1 General Safetyor death. Under no circumstancesshould they be disabled or removed.2.1.1. Never let an unqualified oruntrained driver operator operate the2.2 Operating Safetytractor.2.1.2. Keep a fire extunguisher, withABC rating securely fastened in the cab.Maintain it and be familiar with its use.2.1.3. Never carry passengers.2.1.4. Never operator the tractor in aclosed building. Provide adequateventilation. Engine exhaust fumes arepoisonous and can kill.2.1.5. Always keep sleeves, jackets, orother clothing relatively tight, andbelted. Loose clothing may catch inmoving parts, and result in personalinjury or death.2.1.6. Provide a first-aid kit, securelyattached in the cab for use in case ofaccident.2.1.7. Never jump from the tractor.There is a danger of catching clothing onprotruding parts.2.2.1. Always operate the tractor controlswhile sitting in the operator’s seat.2.2.2. Lock seat in position and buckleseat belt before operating the tractor. Ifthe tractor is not equipped with seatbelts, purchse approved seat belts fromthe tractor manufacturer or Jodale Perryprior to operating the tractor.2.2.3. Avoid abrupt turns, starts, orstops, especially at high speeds.2.2.4. Keep all shields in place whenoperating the tractor.2.2.5. Do not operate the tractor whenyou are tired, sick, or impaired.2.2.6. Never operate the tractor inconfined areas; visibility nect to thetractor is reduced. Injury to bystanders,or damage to the cab or equipment mayresult.

2.3 Safe Operation in Rough Terrain 2.5 Safe Highway Operation2.3.1. Drive the tractor slowwly onhillsides and curves to eliminate thedanger of tipping. Avoid slopes whichare too steep for safe operation. Avoidsharp uphill turns.2.3.2. Always drive slowly over roughground or obstructions. Drive at speedsslow enough to ensure your safety.2.3.3. When driving out of a ditch, gully,or up a steep hillside, engage the clutchslowly. Avoid sharp uphill turns.2.3.4. When descending steep grades,select a sufficiently low gear to maintaincontrol with minimum braking.2.3.5. Use caution when driving near theedge of a ditch or gully. It may cave in,causeing the tractor to roll over.2.3.6. Be especially alert when operatingnear trees, slopes, and aroundobstructions.2.4 Maintenance Safety2.4.1. Ensure all hose connections aretight, and lines and hoses undamaged.Before disconnecting heater or airconditioner lines, relieve all pressure.2.5.1. Before operating tractor on, ornear, public roadways, check withauthorities for local regulations.2.5.2. Equip towed implements with slowmoving vehicle (SMV) signs whentraveling on public roads.2.5.3. Install additional lights onimplement rear to safeguard against rearend collisions.2.5.4. Use hazard warning flashers asrequired by law when transporting ordriven on public roads. If the tractorwarning flashers were removed whenmounting the cabm they must bereplaced prior to operation on publicroads.2.5.5. Keep to the right, yieldingright-of-way traffic, especially whenpulling implements. Pull off the roadand stop to allow motorists to pass.Drive on the road shoulder, if permittedby law.2.5.6. Use extreme caution when pullingheavy loads at road speeds. Avoid hardapplication of the tractor brakes at highspeed.2.5.7. Always drive slowly near curbs,2.4.2. Remove mud, crop residue, chains, approaches, or ditches.and tools from steps and operator’splatform. They may interfere with pedal 2.5.8. Ensure headlights are aligned sooperation or entry/exit from tractor.they will not blind the operator’s ofoncoming vehicles. If the tractor is not2.4.3. When servicing components are too equipped with turn signals, and lawhigh to reach from the ground use steps requires them, install them prior toand handholds. Do not use fenders oroperating on or near public roads.shields that are not designed as steps.2.5.9. Use your turn signals, checking fortraffic well in advance of turning. If the

tractor is not equipped with turn signals, 2.7.5. Always operate the tractor fromand law requires them, install themthe operator’s seat.prior to operating on or near publicroads.2.7.6. Remove mud, crop residue, chains,and tools from steps and operator’s2.6 Safety decalsplatform. They may interfere with pedaloperation or entry/exit from the tractor.2.6.1. Keep decals clean. Remove dirtwith a wet clean cloth when necessary.2.7.7. Remove all loose chains, tools, andequipment from the cab. Failure to do so2.6.2. Replace safety decals if destroyed, may cause injury or death in the event ofmissing, painted over, or unreadable. IF a roll over.the tractor safety decals are covered, orobscured when the cab is mounted,2.7.8. Do not install the cab on a tractorpurchase replacement decals from themodel that the cab is not designated fortractor manufacturer. Mount them in a (tractor designation is printed on the cabreadable location at, or near, theirserial number plate). Installing the caboriginal location before operating theon a non-designated tractor may resulttractor.in injury or death.2.6.3. New BOXER cab decals andtractor decals are available from yourtractor dealer.2.7 ROPS Cab Safety2.8 Emergency ExitsThe typical BOXER cab has two exitswhich may be used in an emergency: leftside door, and right escape window.2.7.1. Install the ROPS in accordanceRight Escape Window Exit:with Jodale Perry mounting instructions.Lift the window latch arm and push theFailure to do so may affect the cab’swindow out until the slot in the topability to withstand a roll over.surface of the latch arm is over the latch2.7.2. If the ROPS cab is subjected toarm pin. Push the latch arm down andalteration, structural damage, oraway from the pin. Now push the escapeinvovled in an over turn accident, thewindow to a full open position.entire structure must be replaced.Familiarize operators with theFailure to do so may result in injury oremergency escape window exit prior todeath in the event of a roll over.operating the tractor.2.7.3. If the tractor is not equipped withseat belts, purchase approved seat beltsfrom the tractor manufacturer prior tooperating the tractor.2.7.4. Always fasten seat belts prior tooperating the tractor.The full open position of the escapewindow is for emergency exits only. Donot leave the escape window in the fullopen position for normal operation of thetractor. The escape window may swingback and break against the side window.

3.0 OperatingInstructionsCentre position:OffHigh position:Washer** if equipped with windshield washeroption only/momentary switch otherwiseIMPORTANTThe following section locates, identifies,and briefly describes the functions of allcab controls. All operators shouldfamiliarize themselves with controllocation and function prior to operatingthe tractor. Failure to do so may resultin unsafe operation of the tractor andpossible injury or death to operators andbystanders.3.1 Left SwitchplateControlsThe left switchplate is located on theheadliner console left which directlyfaces the operator.4. Rear Wiper Switch (optional)Rocker switchLow position:LowCentre position:OffHigh position:Washer** if equipped with windshield washeroption only/momentary switch otherwise5. Heater Switch (optional)Rotating switch1. Front Worklight Switch (optional) Set position:Heating position: As knobs turnscounter-clockwise, temperature risesRocker switchLow postion:OffHigh Position:On2. Rear Worklight Switch (optional)Rocker switchLow position:OffHigh position:On3. Front Wiper Switch (standard)Rocker switchLow position:Off6. Fan Switch (optional)Rotating switchSet position:OffFirst position:LowSecond position:MediumThird position:High7. Air Conditioner Switch (optional)Rotating switchLowSet position:Off

First position:LowSecond position:Medium High position:Third position:High8. Auxiliary Heater Pump (optional)Push button switchIn position:OnOut position:Off3.2 Right SwitchplateControlsThe right switchplate is located on theheadliner right side of the console whichfaces the operator at an angle1. Hazard/Beacon Switch (optional)Rocker switchLow position:OffHigh position:On2. Turn Signal Lever (optional)Left position:LeftRight position:Right3.3 Other Controls1. Domelight (standard)The domelight is located in the right rearcorner of the headliner console. It isadjustable to direct light where required.Rocker switchLow position:OffOn2. Louvers (optional)The louvers are located on the lowerfascia of the headliner console. They areadjustable to direct air flow whererequired.

4.0 Post-Mounting InstructionsBefore starting a tractor equipped with a BOXER cab:1. Clear the cab and tractor of all tools. Tools left in or around the cab and tractorcan cause operator interference which could lead to bodily injury and/or damage tothe machine.2. Inspect the cab and tractor to ensure all bolts, screws, and heater connections aretight.3. Ensure that all pedals, levers, and controls have adequate clearance for normaloperation.4. Ensure that all electrical components of both the cab and tractor operatesnormally.Start the tractor and run standing at idle for a few minutes. Operate all pedals,levers, and controls checking for adequate cab clearance. Then run standing atPTO rpm speed for approximately five minutes and stop the tractor.1. Inspect the heaters connections for leaks. Tighten as required.2. Ensure that the water level in the tractor is to the required specification.

5.0 Trouble ShootingIn the following section, Jodale Perry has listed many of the problems, main causes,and practical solutions to the problems you may encounter. If you encounter aproblem that is difficult to solve, contact your Jodale Perry dealer.ProblemCauseSolutionPoor air circulationPlugged air filterClean or replace air filterToo little heatAir lock in systemBleed air out of systemPoor motor circulationInstall auxiliary pumpPoor wiper coverageWipe angle too narrowIncrease wipe angle onmotorWiper blade contactscab frameWipe angle too wideDecrease wiper angle onmotor