New to tractors

[TripleR]

You have a turbo, so be sure to let it cool down before shutting it down, there are quite a few threads on warm up also.

 

[creekbend]

Wow! Nice first Machine! Rule #1 Read your Owners Manual then take it easy for the first few weeks. Ask questions here . Have Fun and Welcome to TBN.

I agree. I still review my Operator's Manual, from time to time, even though I bought my tractot a tad over two years ago. Best wishes. Be safe. Don't take anything or granted.

 

[JD6430]

Another thing other people over look is the front end loader. Your bucket will not self level as you raise the arms. Any large loads (logs, rocks and full bucket of dirt) will spill over the back of the bucket and onto your hood or worse your lap. Always roll your bucket forward slowly as you raise the loader arms.

 

[davezerg]

Thanks for all the info guys I'll try to post more pics and maybe videos when I get back home. I bought it and had to leave out of town for work. :/

 

[Wagtail]

I agree. I still review my Operator's Manual, from time to time, even though I bought my tractot a tad over two years ago. Best wishes. Be safe. Don't take anything or granted.

Exactly... slow & easy at first, then don't get complacent when experienced.

But that's just on the operating side of things. Maintenance is just as important! Keep everything greased (even if you just greased it yesterday) and torqued. In fact, check all of the wheel nuts torque ASAP (we've had some TBN members report that their wheels came off of new machines!) and re-check every 10-20 hours. Vibration does funny things to nuts & fittings.

Best of luck & welcome to TBN from Downunder, Mate.

 

[Henri88]

IMO your best info. is your manual. Grab a beer, sit on your tractor and go through your book. Take the time to high-line what you think is important. It makes it easier for quick reference in the future + I get my kids to read everything that has been high-line before they use one of my equipment for the first time. Really nice machine. Good luck!

Henri

 

[flusher]

Welcome to TBN--enjoy the fun
Very nice tractor.
When my first tractor (2005 Kubota B7510 HST, 4WD) was delivered, the sales guy went over all the controls and had me use the FEL to scoop up some gravel I had piled around my place. Most important thing when using the FEL in 4WD is to be sure that the front wheels can break traction when the forward motion of the tractor stops as you push the bucket into the pile of whatever you're scooping. He warned me to be very careful when scooping stuff up that's sitting on a concrete surface since it's possible that the front wheels won't be able to spin and damage to the 4WD transfer mechanism could occur. Best to have the front wheels on dirt when doing heavy duty FEL work.

Good luck and always wear your seatbelt. The ROPS is designed to protect you in event of a rollover BUT only if you're belted into the seat. Don't risk a trip to the ER or worse. Buckle up.