Challenger MT635B-645B-655B-665B Agricultural Tractors Operation & Instruction Manual – PDF

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Challenger MT635B-645B-655B-665B Agricultural Tractors Operation & Instruction Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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Challenger MT635B-645B-655B-665B Agricultural Tractors Operation & Instruction Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Language : English
Pages : 164
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Challenger MT635B-645B-655B-665B Agricultural Tractors Operation & Instruction Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Tractor identification 7
1 1 – Serial number 11
Introduction – Safety instructions and warranty 13
2 1 – Introduction 17
2 1 1 – Pre-delivery inspection, commissioning at the user’s premises and warranty 17
2 1 2 – Warranty procedure 18
2 1 3 – Using the tractor in another region 18
2 1 4 – Servicing after the warranty period 18
2 2 – Safety – symbols and terms 19
2 3 – Tractor and implements 19
2 4 – Maximum travel speeds 19
2 5 – Note to the operator 20
2 6 – Danger, warning and caution 20
2 7 – Decals 20
2 8 – Safety procedure 20
2 8 1 – Ensuring proper operation 20
2 8 2 – Observe the following instructions 20
2 9 – Protection 21
2 9 1 – Cab 21
2 9 2 – Damage to ROPS cab 21
2 10 – Preparing for safe operation 21
2 10 1 – Know your equipment 21
2 10 2 – Protect yourself 22
2 10 3 – Use all available protective and safety devices 22
2 10 4 – Equipment check 22
2 10 5 – Clean the tractor 23
2 10 6 – Protect the environment 23
2 11 – Servicing the tractor 24
2 12 – Start 24
2 12 1 – Warn personnel before starting 24
2 12 2 – Mount and dismount safely 24
2 12 3 – Start safely 24
2 12 4 – Follow recommended start-up procedures 25
2 12 5 – Test the controls 25
2 12 6 – Starting fluid 25
2 13 – Working safely 25
2 13 1 – Make the right moves 25
2 13 2 – Safe operating practices 25
2 13 3 – Safety of bystanders 26
2 13 4 – Risk of overturning 26
2 13 5 – To avoid overturning 27
2 13 6 – To prevent rear overturning 27
2 13 7 – Emergency handbrake 28
2 13 8 – Other risks 28
2 13 9 – Implements and attachments 29
2 13 10 – Tractor towing 30
2 13 11 – Road use 30
2 13 12 – Highway code 30
2 14 – Safety – after operation 31
2 15 – Description of decals 32
Instruments and controls 35
3 1 – Instrument panel (Fig 1) 39
3 2 – Indicator light panel 41
3 2 1 – Control indicator lights for functions in use (Fig 5) 41
3 2 2 – Incident and handbrake control indicator lights (Fig 6) 41
3 3 – Control display 42
3 4 – DOT MATRIX screen 43
3 5 – Pedals 43
3 6 – Right-hand console 44
3 7 – Left-hand console 47
3 8 – Seat 47
3 8 1 – Adjusting the multifunction armrest position 49
3 9 – Steering wheel 49
3 10 – Upper console 50
3 10 1 – Air-conditioning system 51
3 10 2 – Manual air-conditioning system 51
3 10 3 – Automatic air-conditioning system (optional) 51
3 11 – Sun visor 53
3 12 – Roof hatch 53
3 13 – Body 54
Operation 55
4 1 – Running in 59
4 1 1 – The following precautions should be taken during the running-in period 59
4 2 – Start-up 59
4 2 1 – Starting the engine 59
4 2 2 – Cold weather starting 59
4 3 – Stopping the engine 61
4 4 – Driving the tractor 61
4 4 1 – Foot throttle 61
4 4 2 – Reverse shuttle control 61
4 4 3 – ParkLock electro-mechanical control (optional) 61
4 4 4 – Choosing the correct gear ratio 62
4 4 5 – Preselecting A/B engine rpm 62
4 5 – TECHstar CVT transmission 63
4 5 1 – General 63
4 5 2 – Operation 63
4 5 3 – Different control modes 64
4 5 4 – Setting the ground speed 65
4 5 5 – Selecting Hare or Tortoise range 66
4 5 6 – Speed regulators SV1 and SV2 66
4 5 7 – Engine underspeed supervisor 67
4 5 8 – Clutch-coupler function 68
4 5 9 – Setting restart speeds for reverse shuttle 68
4 5 10 – Using the DOT MATRIX screen 69
4 6 – Brakes 74
4 7 – Differential lock 74
4 8 – Four wheel drive 75
4 8 1 – Suspended front axle 75
4 9 – Suspended cab 76
4 10 – STEERING 76
4 11 – Wheelslip control 76
4 12 – Power take-off 77
4 12 1 – Front power take-off 77
4 12 2 – Rear power take-off (PTO) 77
4 12 3 – External PTO stop button 78
4 12 4 – Interchangeable shaft (flanged shaft) 78
4 13 – Electronic linkage 79
4 13 1 – Attaching an implement from the driver’s seat 80
4 13 2 – Lowering 80
4 13 3 – Lifting 80
4 13 4 – Depth control 80
4 13 5 – Attaching an implement using external controls 81
4 13 6 – Transport 82
4 13 7 – Active transport control system 82
4 13 8 – Quick soil engagement 82
4 13 9 – Operation when working 82
4 13 10 – Operation at headlands 82
4 14 – Auxiliary hydraulics 83
4 14 1 – General 83
4 14 2 – Hose connection 83
4 14 3 – Unlocking hydraulic spool valve controls 84
4 14 4 – Using the control levers (Fig 53) 84
4 14 5 – “SMS” Joystick control: 86
4 14 6 – Memorising a flow rate: 87
4 14 7 – Setting Joystick parameters 87
4 14 8 – “SMS” control (Fingertip) 87
4 14 9 – Emergency manual hydraulic valve control 88
4 15 – Three-point hitch 89
4 15 1 – Hitch 89
4 15 2 – Lower links 89
4 15 3 – Lift rods 89
4 15 4 – Stabilisers 90
4 16 – Drawbar and hitches 91
4 16 1 – Swinging drawbar 91
4 16 2 – Stud for semi-mounted trailer 91
4 16 3 – Perforated bar 91
4 16 4 – Swinging drawbar 91
4 16 5 – Stud for semi-mounted trailer 92
4 16 6 – Roller type swinging drawbar 92
4 16 7 – Fast setting clevis for 4-wheel type trailer 92
4 17 – Towing procedure and instructions 92
4 17 1 – Limp home mode 93
Servicing and adjustments 95
5 1 – Initial 50 hour service inspection 99
5 1 1 – Engine, fuel and cooling systems 99
5 1 2 – Electrical circuit and instruments 99
5 1 3 – Front axle and steering 99
5 1 4 – Transmission and hydraulics 99
5 1 5 – Clutches and brakes 99
5 1 6 – General 99
5 2 – Service guide 100
5 3 – User guide 102
5 3 1 – Engine, fuel and cooling systems 102
5 3 2 – Electrical circuit and instruments 102
5 3 3 – Front axle and steering 102
5 3 4 – Transmission and hydraulics 102
5 3 5 – Clutching 102
5 3 6 – General 102
5 4 – Approved lubricants 103
5 4 1 – Engine oil 103
5 4 2 – Recommended SAE viscosity grades (SAE J300d) 103
5 4 3 – Engine coolant 103
5 4 4 – Techstar CVT transmission and auxiliary hydraulics 103
5 4 5 – Rear final drive units 103
5 4 6 – Clutch 103
5 4 7 – Front axle, front final drive units 103
5 4 8 – Grease nipples 103
5 5 – Instructions for pressure washing 103
5 6 – Greasing 104
5 6 1 – Greasing points 104
5 7 – Engine 108
5 7 1 – 6-cylinder engine 108
5 7 2 – Oil level 109
5 7 3 – Drain the engine oil every 400 hours 109
5 7 4 – Change the engine oil filter and the centrifugal filter every 400 hours 109
5 8 – Fuel system 109
5 8 1 – Fuel prefilter 109
5 8 2 – Fuel filter 109
5 8 3 – Fuel injection pump, regulator and injectors 110
5 8 4 – Fuel tank 110
5 9 – Air filter 110
5 9 1 – Prefilter and main filter 110
5 10 – Cooling system 111
5 11 – Steering, transmission and auxiliary hydraulics 112
5 11 1 – Transmission and final drive unit hydraulics 112
5 11 2 – Auxiliary hydraulics 114
5 11 3 – Transmission oil cooler (according to version) 115
5 12 – Front axle – 4-wheel drive 116
5 12 1 – Final drives 116
5 12 2 – Front axle 116
5 13 – Clutch and brakes 117
5 13 1 – Clutch liquid level 117
5 13 2 – Adjustments 117
5 14 – Air-conditioning 117
5 14 1 – Condenser 117
5 14 2 – Dryer 117
5 14 3 – Checking the charge system 118
5 15 – Checking the condition of the fan belt 118
5 15 1 – Check the belt tension every 400 hours 118
5 15 2 – Replacing the Poly-V belt 118
5 16 – Cab 119
5 16 1 – Cab air filter 119
5 16 2 – Cab suspension 119
5 16 3 – ROPS cab or frame 119
5 17 – TYRES 120
5 17 1 – Agricultural tyre markings 120
5 18 – TYRES 120
5 18 1 – Dual rear wheels 120
5 18 2 – Operation 120
5 18 3 – Wheel studs 121
5 18 4 – Tyre pressure 121
5 18 5 – Ballasting the tractor 121
5 19 – Table of radial loads and standard inflation pressures 123
5 20 – Wheels 124
5 21 – Adjusting wheel track 124
5 21 1 – Front track 124
5 21 2 – Rear track (mm) 126
5 21 3 – Changing wheel positions 127
5 22 – Electrical equipment 127
5 22 1 – Batteries 127
5 22 2 – Alternator 127
5 22 3 – Start-up assistance 127
5 22 4 – Datatronic 3 clock 128
5 22 5 – Power socket (ISO) 128
5 22 6 – Adjusting the headlights 128
5 22 7 – Xenon work lights (optional) 129
5 22 8 – Battery circuit breaker 129
5 23 – Replacing fuses 130
5 24 – Fuel handling, storage and specifications 132
5 24 1 – Diesel 132
5 24 2 – Fuel storage 133
5 25 – Storing the tractor 133
Specifications 135
6 1 – Engine 139
6 1 1 – Fuel system and air filter 139
6 2 – Ground speeds 140
6 2 1 – Ground speed with TECHstar CVT continuous transmission 140
6 3 – Electrical system 140
6 4 – Cooling 140
6 5 – Transmission 141
6 6 – Final drives 141
6 7 – Rear power take-off 141
6 8 – Four wheel drive front axle 141
6 9 – Hydraulics (according to model or country) 141
6 10 – Linkage 142
6 10 1 – Rear 142
6 10 2 – Front 142
6 11 – Brakes 142
6 12 – Rear differential lock 142
6 13 – Steering 142
6 14 – Wheels 143
6 15 – Tyres 143
6 16 – Tyre pressure 143
6 17 – Wheel tracks 143
6 18 – Noise levels (dBA) at operator ears 143
6 19 – Capacities 144
6 20 – Tightening torques 144
6 20 1 – Wheels 144
6 20 2 – Miscellaneous 144
6 21 – Dimensions and weights 145
6 22 – Dimensions and attachment points 146
Accessories and options 147
7 1 – Accessories and options 151
7 2 – Front linkage 152
7 2 1 – General 152
7 2 2 – Operation 152
7 2 3 – Loads allowed on the front axle beam 153
7 2 4 – Hitching an implement 154
7 2 5 – Driving on the road 154
7 3 – “ZUIDBERG” FRONT POWER TAKE-OFF 155
7 3 1 – Permissible power output 155
7 3 2 – Power take off control 156
7 3 3 – Maintenance 156
7 3 4 – Tightening torques 156
Conversion tables 157

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Challenger MT635B-645B-655B-665B Agricultural Tractors Operation & Instruction Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

FOREWORD:

• We would like to welcome you to the ever-growing number of people who own a Challenger tractor; people who appreciate quality.
• We are proud of every tractor that leaves our factories, each being technically advanced and of a high quality. This Operator Instruction Book contains the specifications for your new tractor. Please ensure that all operators read the instructions and follow them carefully.
• This will allow you to benefit from a long service life with complete safety and peace of mind. The pages that follow contain vital information on your tractor; please read them carefully. Your Challenger dealer will guarantee you quality servicing and will provide you with all the assistance you need.
• When it comes to servicing, remember that your dealer knows your tractor best and that he wants you to be completely satisfied. Please leave this Operator Instruction Book in the tractor if resold. The subsequent owner will need the information it contains.
• All information and specifications in this Book are up to date at the time of publication. However, our ongoing policy to improve our products obliges us to reserve the right to make alterations at any time without notice.
• Please note that this Book relates to several models and refers to both standard and optional equipment. You may therefore find details relating to equipment that is not fitted on your tractor

G.B 09/04/25