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Ransomes CT325 Operator Instructions Manual
Summary of CT325
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Ransomes way, ipswich, england, ip3 9qg ransomes gb operators instructions publication no. 24079g (rev.0) (rsj 001 071997) ct325/333 compact tractor.
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1 please read carefully: for a complete list of the pre-delivery service checks performed by your dealer, refer to pre-delivery service on the upper portion of page 61 and 63. The copy on page 61 is your record of the service performed, and the copy on page 63, which is to be removed from the manual...
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2 international symbols .................................................................................. 3 safety precautions ...................................................................................... 4-5 controls and instruments ...........................................................
Page 5: International Symbols
3 international symbols as a guide to the operation of your tractor, various international symbols have been utilised on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning. Engine speed hours recorded engine water temperature air filter engine oil pressure ...
Page 6: Safety Precautions
4 pressurising lines. If fluid is injected into the skin, obtain medical attention immediately or gangrene may result. 7. Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter this tractor or any of its components or any tractor function without first consulting ransomes tractor dealer. 8....
Page 7: Safety Precautions
5 safety precautions safety precautions (continued) 11. If the front end of the tractor tends to rise when heavy implements are attached to the three-point hitch, install front end or front wheel weights. Do not operate the tractor with a light front end. 12. Always set the hydraulic selector lever ...
Page 8: Controls and Instruments
6 controls and instruments seat and rops tractor seat your ransomes tractor is equipped with a suspension seat as shown in figure 1. The seat is adjustable to obtain the most comfortable position. To move the seat fore and aft, move the seat release lever to the right and slide the seat fore and aft...
Page 9: Controls and Instruments
7 controls and instruments lighting flasher warning lamp your ransomes tractor is equipped with flasher warning lights, figure 3. The switch, figure 4 for the warning lights is located on the instrument panel. Figure 3 - flasher warning and tail lamp the light switch must be turned to one of the “on...
Page 10: Controls and Instruments
8 controls and instruments the starting circuit can only be activated when the clutch pedal is. Fully depressed and p.T.O. Control lever and mid p.T.O. Control lever (if equipped) are in the “off” position. Always check to make certain the transmission main shift lever and p.T.O. Levers are in neutr...
Page 11: Controls and Instruments
9 controls and instruments • the hours and portions of hours your tractor has operated, based on an average engine speed of 1867 rpm. Engine speeds below 1 867 rpm accumulate engine hours at a slower rate than clock hours. Engine speeds above 1 867 rpm accumulate engine hours faster than clock hours...
Page 12: Controls and Instruments
10 controls and instruments brake controls brake pedals the brake pedals are shown in figure 9. The right brake pedal is used to brake the right rear wheel. The left pedal is used to brake the left rear wheel. Depress both pedals simultaneously to stop the tractor. To assist in making sharp turns at...
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11 controls and instruments figure 11. A diagram showing the shift pattern is shown on the bezel around the gear shift lever. Range selector is located at the left-hand side of the seat, figure 12. Three forward and one reverse speed are provided for each of the three ranges. This provides a total o...
Page 14: Controls and Instruments
12 controls and instruments figure 15 - p.T.O control hydrostatic transmission -h.S.T. Controls (optional) h.S.T.Foot pedal the ground speed of tractor equipped with the hydrostatic transmission is continuously variable, from zero to full rated speed in each range. Speed is controlled by the h.S.T r...
Page 15: Controls and Instruments
13 controls and instruments h.S.T.Range selector lever the range selector lever, on the left side of the seat can be shifted when the h s t foot pedal is in the neutral position and high range (“h”), middle range (“m”), low range (‘l”) or neutral may be selected. In “h”, forward speed ranges from ze...
Page 16: Operation
14 operation break-in procedures your ransomes tractor will provide long and dependable service if given proper care during the 50 hour break-in period during the first 50 hours of operation: 1 .Avoid “lugging” the engine. Operating in too high a gear under heavy load may cause engine “lugging”, whi...
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15 operation warning: do not use ether with the thermostat starting aid. Note: a coolant immersion heater which provides for easier starting in temperatures below o°f (-17.7°c) by warming the engine oil and coolant is available as a dealer installed option. Starting the tractor with jumper cables wa...
Page 18: Operation
16 operation figure 22 - speed range combinations important: avoid using the clutch pedal as a “footrest” (riding the clutch). Prolonged operation in this manner can cause damage to the clutch components. Important: when shifting down on the go, shift through each gear sequence. Skipping gears while...
Page 19: Operation
17 operation four-wheel drive the four-wheel drive is engaged and disengaged through the use of the lever on the top left-hand side of the transmission, figure 12. To engage the four-wheel drive, depress the clutch pedal fully and move the four-wheel drive lever fully forward . To disengage, move th...
Page 20: Operation
18 operation p. T. 0. Shield and cap the p.T.O. Shield, shown in figure 25, is standard equipment. The shield is to be used with both mounted and pull-type equipment. The p.T.O. Cap should always be installed when the p.T.O. Is not in use. Figure 25 - p.T.O. Shield and cap power take-off operation 1...
Page 21: Operation
19 operation 9. Reinstall the p.T.O. Shaft cap when the p.1.0.- driven equipment is disconnected from the tractor or when the p.T.O. Is not being used warning: to avoid inadvertent movement of p.T.O. Implement, disengage p.T.O. After each use. Towing the tractor to tow your tractor, place the transm...
Page 22: Operation
20 operation operating the hydraulic lift system single lever hydraulic lift system (standard) the hydraulic lift system provides accurate, smooth, and instant hydraulic power for raising a variety of compatible equipment whenever the engine is running. The position control feature of the system mai...
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21 operation upper link compression loads: as the equipment is pulled through the soil, the draft caused by soil resistance tends to rotate the equipment upward around the lower link hitch points. This draft creates a pushing or compressive force on the upper link. When changes in soil resistance ca...
Page 24: Operation
22 operation flow control lever (ct333 only) the tractor hydraulically lifts and lowers impements. The lever in detented in the neutral and work position. If the lever is raised to lift the implement it will automatically return to neutral when released stopping the implement at that position. Cauti...
Page 25: Operation
23 operation operating hydraulic manifold block the hydraulic manifold block is provided to supply hydraulic oil to equipment such as a front loader, dozer blade, etc. Location of the block is shown in figure 32 figure 32 - hydraulic manifold block to operate auxiliary equipment, remove the plugs fr...
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24 operation note: attaching hardware will need to be procured locally. Check implement assembly or operators manual for attaching hardware specifications, such as bolt size and grade, chain strength, washers, lock washer, nuts, etc. After attaching the safety chain, make a trial run by driving the ...
Page 27: Operation
25 operation rear wheel tread setting the rear wheels on the ransomes ct325 / ct333 are adjustable from 39 2to 53 in (99 5-134.5 cm) on the standard adjustable rear wheels. Tread width settings are made on the adjustable rear wheels by changing the position of the rim with respect to the wheel disc,...
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26 operation front end ballast may not always maintain satisfactory stability if the tractor is operated at high speed on rough terrain. Reduce tractor speed and exercise caution under these conditions. When using front mounted equipment, add weight to the rear axle to maintain good traction and sta...
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27 operation figure 37 front end weights tire pressure tire pressure must be considered when adding weight to the tractor the following “tire inflation vs permissible load” table lists the tire sizes available and shows the maximum load the tyres can carry for a given air pressure. Note that the loa...
Page 30: Operation
28 operation • refer to tractor weighting section before adding ballast to the tyres. • do not put any part or your body under the tractor or start the engine while the tractor is on the jack. • torque lug nuts to specification after reinstalling wheel. Check lug nut torque daily until torque stabil...
Page 31: Lubrication And Maintenance
29 lubrication and maintenance lubrication and maintenance chart-ransomes ct325 / ct333 two-wheel drive.
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30 lubrication and maintenance chart - ransomes ct325 / ct333 four-wheel drive o n d n a n o i t a c i r b u l e c n a n e t n i a m s m e t i c h e c k c l e a n l u b e c h a n g e a d j u s t e c i v r e s s l a v r e t n i 2 t n a l o o c r o t a i d a r x y r e v e s r u o h 0 1 y l i a d r o 6...
Page 33: Lubrication And Maintenance
31 lubrication and maintenance fuel and lubricants diesel fuel type of fuel to use when operating in temperatures above 2o°f (- 6.7°c), use diesel fuel oil no. 2-d with a minimum cetane rating of 40. When operating in temperatures below 2o°f (-6. 7°c) ,use diesel fuel oil no. 1-d with a minimum ceta...
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32 lubrication and maintenance figure 39 - diesel fuel storage • wipe up spills immediately. • always tighten the fuel tank cap securely. • if the original equipment fuel tank cap is lost, always replace it with a ransomes approved cap. A will-fit cap may not be safe. • keep equipment properly maint...
Page 35: Lubrication And Maintenance
33 lubrication and maintenance be used, as shown in figure 39 use the largest tank feasible and keep it as full as possible to minimise condensation. If bulk storage is not possible and the fuel is stored in barrels keep them in a clean, dry place. The barrel in use should be fitted with a fuel outl...
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34 lubrication and maintenance barrels of lubricant should be kept under cover, preferably in a clean, dry place, and should be clearly marked to indicate the lubricant which they contain. When a barrel is kept in an exposed location, it should be tilted to allow any moisture to run away from the fi...
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35 lubrication and maintenance note: more frequent engine oil and filter changes are recommended if the tractor is operated for extended periods of time at maximum rated power and speed. Under such conditions, or other types of continued severe operating conditions, the engine oil and the engine oil...
Page 38: Lubrication And Maintenance
36 lubrication and maintenance bleed the fuel system as follows warning: fuel oil in the injection system is under high pressure and can penetrate the skin. Unqualified persons should not remove or attempt to adjust a pump injector, nozzle or any part of the fuel injection system. Do not use your ha...
Page 39: Lubrication And Maintenance
37 lubrication and maintenance 3. Remove wing nut holding filter element and remove filter element from body. 4. Pat sides of element with palm of hand to remove dust trapped in the pleats. Important: tapping element against hard surface or with hard objects may dent or break element end cap seals. ...
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38 lubrication and maintenance figure 47 - transmission, rear axle and hydraulic system oil filler plug 3. The transmission is filled to the correct level when the oil level is between the mark and the lower end of the dipstick. Do not fill beyond the mark on the stick, as the transmission will be o...
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39 lubrication and maintenance hydraulic system oil filter the hydraulic system is equipped with a spin-on type oil filter, figure 50. Replace the filter after the first 50 hours of operation and every 300 hours thereafter following the procedure below. Figure 50 - hydraulic oil filter 1. Unscrew th...
Page 42: Lubrication And Maintenance
40 lubrication and maintenance general maintenance cooling system the cooling system in your shibau ra tractor has been filled with one year life antifreeze to obtain maximum efficiency and service life from the engine, it must operate at the correct temperature. This is dependent on the cooling sys...
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41 lubrication and maintenance figure 53 radiator screen important: never run the engine when the cooling system is empty, and do not add cold water or cold antifreeze solution if the engine is hot. Thermostat: the thermostat is located in the coolant outlet connection in the front of the cylinder h...
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42 lubrication and maintenance fuel injector removal and installation the injectors should be cleaned, tested, and adjusted every 600 hours. Do not disassemble or adjust the injectors yourself. Remove them from the tractor engine and have them serviced by your ransomes tractor dealer. To remove the ...
Page 45: Lubrication And Maintenance
43 lubrication and maintenance 3. To shorten outer cable release the adjusting screw of throttle wire. 4. Use the same procedure for adjusting maximum speed on the foot throttle. Lock the adjusting screw at full throttle pedal stroke. Figure 57 - throttle adjustment valve clearance (lash) correct va...
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44 lubrication and maintenance warning: never attach chains, ropes, or cables to the rops or cab for pulling purposes ; this will cause the tractor to tip backward. Always pull from the tractor drawbar. Warning: if the rops or cab is removed or replaced, make certain that the proper hardware is used...
Page 47: Lubrication And Maintenance
45 lubrication and maintenance figure 59 - alternator • if a battery is being installed, make certain that the positive (¼) cable is connected first and that the negative terminal is connected to ground reverse polarity will destroy the rectifier diodes in the alternator. If the charge indicator war...
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46 lubrication and maintenance figure 62 - instrument panel warning lights 2. Loosen the screws inside of the panel. 3.Replace bulb. 4.Reassemble the panel. Tyres inflation and service • upon receiving your tractor, check the air pressure in the tyres as indicated in the tables. • check tire pressur...
Page 49: Lubrication And Maintenance
47 lubrication and maintenance • torque lug nuts to specification after reinstalling wheel. Check lug nut torque daily until torque stabilises. • refer to tractor weighting section before adding ballast to the tyres. Front wheel toe-in front wheel toe-in adjustments on your tractor were made at the ...
Page 50: Lubrication And Maintenance
48 lubrication and maintenance figure 64 - checking toe-in adjusting toe-in 1. Loosen the tie rod lock nuts. 2. Adjust the tie rod tube assembly as required to give zero to 1 3/64-inch (0-5 mm) toe-in. 3. After the correct toe-in is obtained, tighten the tie rod lock nuts. Brake adjustment foot brak...
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49 lubrication and maintenance clutch pedal adjustment to obtain maximum clutch life, it is essential that the clutch pedal free travel be checked every 50 hours so as to maintain free travel at 3/4 -1-3/16 inches (19-30 mm), figure 66. 1. Remove the cotter pin and clevis pin. 2. Turn the clevis to ...
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50 lubrication and maintenance figure 69 - final reduction gear case filler and drain plugs front axle pivot grease the centre housing pivot point, figure 70, after every 50 hours of operation under normal conditions. In extremely dirty conditions, lubrication should be made more often. Use a good q...
Page 53: Lubrication And Maintenance
51 lubrication and maintenance • fill the fuel tank with no. 1 diesel fuel. Important: do not use no.2 diesel fuel for winter storage because of wax separation and setting at low temperature. 6. Open the drain valve of the radiator and engine block. Flush the system, close the drain valves, and fill...
Page 54: Lubrication And Maintenance
52 metric bolt torque specifications lubrication and maintenance.
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53 “ransomes whose policy is one of continuous improvement, reserves the right, to make changes in design and specifications at any time without notice and without obligation to modify units previously built,” properly maintained equipment is safe equipment the specifications on the following pages ...
Page 56: Specifications
54 specifications cooling system - cont’d. Water pump belt deflection ................................. 7/16 to 9/16 (10-15 mm) when 20-25 lbs. (9-11 kg) thumb force is applied midway between pulleys. Fan diameter ........................... 13.4in. (34.0cm) thermostat start to open ...................
Page 57: Specifications
55 specifications cast iron weights (3) front end weights .............. 33 lbs. (15 kg) each (4) rear wheel weights ........... 66 lbs. (30 kg) each draw bar extendible ................................ Standard swining ..................................... Optional tires front: standard (ag) .........
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56 specifications general dimensions length 111.4 in. (283 cm) wheelbase 63 in. (160cm) height: top of steering 55.9 in. Wheel (142 cm) top of rops 90.7 in. (230.5 cm) top of vertical 80.9 in. Exhaust (205.5 cm) width: 53.0 in. (134.5 cm) note: should the recommended engine oil not be readily availa...
Page 59: Safety Decals
57 safety decals in the event that decals become damaged or illegible, they should be replaced with new decals at their original position. Replacement decals are available from your ransomes tractor dealer. Caution - battery part no. - sba-390193110 location - inside of front hood caution - pto cap ...
Page 60: Safety Decals
58 safety decals warning - to jump start part no - sba-490990571 location - inside of hood warning - keep hands and clothing away from rotating fan . Part no. - sba-390191352 location - rear of radiator. Warning - caution for road running part no. - sba-3901g3210 location - l.H. Fender.
Page 61: Instruction Decals
59 instruction decals mid p. T. O. Control lever partno. - sba-390171g50 location - left & below seat right of control differential lock part no. - sba-390191690 location - above pedal below seat p.T.O. Control lever part no. - sba-3g0171940 location - left & below seat- right of control range selec...
Page 62: Instruction Decals
60 instruction decals speed set control instruments part no, - sba-390194320 location - on steering cowl below dash ground speed diagram - hydrostatic partno. - sba-390171910 location - centre of lh fender starter switch part no. Sba-390194290 location starter switch right side of instrument panel g...
Page 63: Instruction Decals
61 instruction decals row control valve part no. - sba-390370290 location - top of flow control knob fuel oil part no. - sba-390192910 location - on the front hood hyd manifold operation see operator s manual part no - sba-390192850 location - r h side of hyd. Manifold hydraulic lift control lever p...
Page 64: Instruction Decals
62 instruction decals usage - tractors that are to be stored part no, - sba-390190300 location - on plastic block installing pedal spacer part no. - sba-390190290 location - on plastic block lubrication and maintenance intervals part no. - sba-390194651 location - on inside of hood.
Page 65: Notes
63 notes.
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64 notes.
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65 tractor model no. .............................. Tractor serial no. ............................ Inspection performed warranty explained owner’s signature date dealer’s signature date pre-delivery service check and adjust as required inoperative service checks 1. Tire pressure ......................
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66.
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67 tractor model no. .............................. Tractor serial no. ............................ Inspection performed warranty explained owner’s signature date dealer’s signature date pre-delivery service check and adjust as required inoperative service checks 1. Tire pressure ......................
Page 72: Ransomes
Ransomes way, ipswich, england, ip3 9qg ransomes.