McGill utrac MR18 Manual de usuario
¼ Scale Tractor Team
µtrac MR18
Owner’s Manual
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Using this Manual
●Read and understand this manual before the assembly and operation of the
machine.
●Be familiar with all the driving parts and know how to stop the unit quickly.
●Go through the safety checklist before each operation.
If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, act with care and good judgment. Call
professional assistance if needed.
Table of Contents
Using this Manual 2
Table of Contents 3
Overview of the Vehicle 6
Safety Equi ment and Practices 7
Seat Adjustment 7
Safety Decals 7
Knowing your MR18 8
Fuel Ca 8
Adjusting the Steering Wheel 8
Rigid Dis lay 8
Protecting your MR18 9
Pre-O eration Safe Use Checklist 9
O erations Safe Use Guidelines 9
Fuel Requirements 10
Engine Exhaust 10
Fire Hazard 10
S ecial Driving Conditions 11
Money Saving suggestions 11
Using your MR18 12
Instrument Cluster Overview 12
Entering Standby Mode 12
Starting the engine 13
Changing the throttle 13
Manual Transmission and CVT 14
Automatic Pull Mode 14
Foot Brakes 14
Electrically Actuated Steering 14
Dynamic Ballast System (DBS) 14
Heads-U Dis lay (HUD) 14
In Case of Emergency 15
Overheating 15
Emergency Starting 15
Fuses 16
Towing 16
Flat Tire 17
Front Tires 17
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Rear Tires 17
A earance Care 18
Minimizing Paint Damage 18
Maintaining the Finish 18
Maintenance 19
Scheduled Maintenance 19
Genuine Engine Parts Recommendation 20
Engine Oil 21
How to check/add oil 22
How to Change the Oil 23
Oil Removal 23
Change Oil Filter 23
Addition of Oil 23
Air Filter 24
How to Change Air Filter 24
Cyclonic Air Filter System 25
Low Profile Air Filter System 25
Fuel Filter 26
How to Change the Fuel Filter 26
S ark Plugs 27
How to Re lace the S ark Plug 27
Customer Information 28
Customer Assistance 28
Mutrac Distributors 28
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories 28
S ecifications 29
Tractor Type 29
Features 29
Chassis 29
ngine 29
lectrical System 29
Drivetrain 29
Dimensions 29
Linkage 30
Weight 30
Steering 30
Brakes 30
Wheels and Tires 30
Capacities/Lubricants 30
Service and maintenance 30
Gasoline consumption 31
Options 31
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Overview of the Vehicle
Front Axle
Brake Pedals
Display
Armrest &
Joystick
Seat
Fire
Extinguisher
Gear Shifter
Steering
Wheel
Dynamic
Ballast
ECVT
Engine
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Safety quipment and Practices
Seat Adjustment
The MR18’s driver seat can be slid forward and backward using the lever located under the seat on the
left-hand side. It is strongly recommended for the driver to adjust the seat in a comfortable and safe
position before driving the tractor.
Safety Decals
To make sure that every MR18 driver is aware of all warnings and danger zones on and around the
tractor, multiple warning labels complying with ASABE/ISO 767-1
(2)
are positioned at strategic
locations. These labels advertise the following (Figure 25):
●Hot surfaces
●Moving parts
●Missing shields
●Battery warning
●When to read owner’s manual
7
Knowing your MR18
Fuel Cap
To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. To replace the filler cap, turn it clockwise until it is
snugly held in the tank.
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
To change the tilt of the steering column, pull on the grey lever located at the top of the steering column
and adjust the angle to your comfort. The steering wheel can also telescope in and out by turning the
quick release lever on the left-hand side of the column and pulling the steering column to the desired
position. It can be telescoped by 4 inches.
Rigid Display
The MR18 is equipped with a DP-720 rigid display from Danfoss. This display is equipped with a touch
screen as well as buttons to navigate between pages. It will display the diagnostics of the tractor while
in use.
Warning
Fuel sprays can happen where there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is
removed too quickly. When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for
any hissing to stop and then remove it.
Vapor from the fuel could be ignited by sparks or flames, causing serious burns and
injuries. Before refueling, stop the engine. Always keep sparks and flames away from
the filler neck.
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Protecting your MR18
Pre-Operation Safe Use Checklist
●Clothing: Full coverage
o Long sleeves and pants or full-body suit
o Full-closed shoes
●Helmet: Approved DOT and/or CSA tested helmets
●ye protection: If helmet does not have visor use goggles or safety glasses
●Visual inspection must include, but is not limited to:
o Making sure all components look in proper condition
o Making sure that there are not any obstructing objects in the
wheels/axles/exhaust
o Check for proper levels of gasoline and oil, as well as secure tightening of the
caps
●Check that the belt is not visually worn out at any place
●Check proper working of the kill switch
Operations Safe Use Guidelines
●
Be aware of the location of the fire extinguisher and driving controls
●
Remain seated while driving the MR18
●
Always drive at a safe and prudent speed
o
Slow down before turning and avoid erratic operation
o
Operator must never drive at any speed at which there are difficulties in
maneuvering, stopping, or possible danger to observers or other personnel
o
Do not operate under the influence of alcohol or drugs
●
Never carry passengers
●
Turn off the engine beforehand if getting off the machine
●
Avoid contact with spinning parts and hot components
o
Shields and safety devices should not be removed during operation of the MR17
●
MR18 is not provided with any type of lights, use only during day or fully lit areas
●
Never use indoors or in poorly ventilated areas
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Fuel Requirements
The fuel should meet the following requirements:
●
Only use clean and fresh unleaded gasoline, this will reduce exhaust emissions and
keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
●
A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91RON).
●
Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol or up to 15%MTB (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is
acceptable
ngine xhaust
Fire Hazard
●Use extra caution when handling fuel and oils
●Never put fuel in the tank while the engine is running
●If possible, refuel the tank when the engine is cool
●Always make sure the exhaust exit is unblocked and clean from debris
Note
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix a fuel stabilizer into the fuel.
Caution
Do not use unapproved gasoline, such as 85. Do not mix oil in gasoline or modify
the engine to run on alternate fuels. This will damage the engine components and
void the engine warranty.
Never use leaded fuel. This could result in a malfunction of the emission control
system, causing poor performance.
Warning
ngine exhausts Carbon Monoxide which can be dangerous. CO is colorless, odorless
and poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death.
Running the engine inside an enclosed area is dangerous. Too high concentrations of
Carbon Monoxide could cause Loss of consciousness or even death.
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Special Driving Conditions
When driving on ice or in water, snow, mud, sand or similar hazard be cautious and allow for extra
distance for braking. In those situations, it is also recommended to avoid sudden braking and quick
steering. Brake with the pedal by using a light up-down motion. Don’t hold the pedal down constantly. If
you get stuck, shift to 1 or 2 and accelerate slowly.
Money Saving suggestions
Use the following suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs.
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Avoid long warm-ups
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Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving
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Avoid fast starts
●
Keep the tires properly inflated
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Don’t carry unnecessary weight
●
Keep the wheels in correct alignment
Warning
Turning off the engine to coast down a hill can be dangerous. This could cause the
loss of the electrical steering and cause an accident.
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