Description
This Ford 231 340 445 531 540 545 Factory Operators Manual us a reproduction of the owners manual is the manual that came with the tractor when it was new. It is similar to manual you receive in the glove box of a new car.
This manual has been prepared to assist you in the proper break-in, daily care, and operation of your new Ford Tractor. It contains specific information on its many features; the attachments that are available; instructions for making minor repairs and adjustments; safety precautions; general specifications; suggested operating techniques; the pre-delivery and 50-hour check lists. The information in this manual applies to the Ford 231, 340, 445, 531, 540 and 545 Industrial Model Tractors. Where differences exist, specific information is presented for each model.
Topics covered include Safety Precautions Controls and Instruments, seat, light, and engine controls brake controls, manual shift and power reversing transmission and PTO control, hydraulic lift system controls, Operation, break-in procedures, starting the engine, stopping the engine, operating manual shift and power reversing transmission and PTO, towing the tractor, operating differential lock, operating hydraulic lift system, lift linkage and drawbar, wheel tread settings, tractor weighting, Lubrication and Maintenance, lubrication and maintenance chart, fuels and lubricants, fuel and lubricant service procedures, general maintenance, tractor storage, accessories, Specifications, Decals, Pre-Delivery and 50-Hour Service.
This manual covers the following Gas and Diesel models:
231 Industrial Tractor (1979 and Up)
340 Industrial Tractor (1979 and Up)
445 Industrial Tractor (1979 and Up)
531 Industrial Tractor (1979 and Up)
540 Industrial Tractor (1979 and Up)
545 Industrial Tractor (1979 and Up)
