ARES 506-606 - 02.2005 - GB
J.2
GENERAL
Tyres play a vital role in agricultural work. They therefore
merit special attention on your part:
- Inflation pressure: appropriate to the work to be done.
- Use of ballast: Always comply with our recommendations
(see ballast table, chapter K).
- Replace tyres: when they are worn.
- Fit different types of tyres: for specific applications.
REPLACEMENT OF TYRES, USE OF
DIFFERENT TYPES OF TYRE
On delivery, your tractor is fitted with tyres that you have
chosen within CLAAS specifications (dimensions and makes
of tyres, dimensions and makes of rims, front-rear
combinations).
These specifications guarantee the tyres are suitable for the
tractor:
- Size.
- Tractor speed.
- Load-bearing capabilities.
- They ensure the tractor structure (transmission - engine -
chassis) will be horizontal in the fore-aft direction.
- Respect for the inter-axle ratio between the front axle and
the rear axle.
SPECIAL CASE OF TRACTORS WITH
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE
FRONT/REAR INTER-AXLE RATIO
The front and rear wheels are driving wheels but unequal in
size. The front wheels must therefore turn more quickly to if
they are to travel at the same forward speed as the rear
wheels. To achieve this there is a constant mechanical ratio
between the rotation of the rear wheels and the rotation of the
front wheels: this is the inter-axle ratio (for example, for a ratio
of 1,3439, when a rear wheel makes one turn, a front wheel
makes 1,3439 turns). (For synchronisation ratios, refer to
chapter "F"). Tyre size must take account of this inter-axle
ratio.
Note: if fitting different tyres we advise you to contact an
approved CLAAS agent.
TYRE PRESSURES
The "correct" tyre pressure depends on:
- The make and type of tyre.
- Its size.
- The equipment mounted on the tractor.
- The type of work.
OPERATING ON SOFT GROUND (TO
IMPROVE GRIP)
Use the lowest allowable pressure for the load carried.
OPERATING ON HARD GROUND (ON
THE ROAD, TOWING, ETC.)
Use close to the maximum pressure allowed, to protect the
tyre casing and limit wear to the tread pattern.
Note: Follow the manufacturer's recommendations when
selecting the optimum tyre pressure.
Note: The maximum pressure is usually indicated on the
side of the tyre.
When inflating a tyre, it is advisable to use
the pressures recommended by the
manufacturer and never exceed the
maximum pressure: the tyre could burst. Replace any
worn or faulty tyres (cuts, cracks, etc.).
Exposure of the tyres to a heat source or to
sunlight increases the pressure.
Summary of Contents for ARES 546
Page 1: ...ARES 546 O 556 O 566 ARES 616 O 656 O 696 Use and Maintenance...
Page 2: ...CONTENTS...
Page 6: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB Notes...
Page 9: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB A 1 A IDENTIFICATION CERTIFICATION SAFETY...
Page 24: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB A 16 Notes...
Page 25: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB B 1 B CAB...
Page 46: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB B 22 Notes...
Page 47: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB C 1 C ELECTRICAL SYSTEM...
Page 53: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB D 1 D ENGINE...
Page 61: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB E 1 E TRANSMISSION...
Page 80: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB E 20 Notes...
Page 81: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB F 1 F FRONT AXLE...
Page 86: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB F 6 Notes...
Page 87: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB G 1 G HYDRAULICS LINKAGE AND REAR HITCH...
Page 111: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB H 1 H FRONT POWER TAKEOFF LINKAGE AND FRONT COUPLING...
Page 116: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB H 6 Notes...
Page 117: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB I 1 I ON BOARD COMPUTER...
Page 125: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB J 1 J WHEELS AND TYRES...
Page 140: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB J 16 Notes...
Page 141: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB K 1 K DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS CAPACITIES AND BALLAST...
Page 145: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB L 1 L MAINTENANCE...
Page 173: ...ARES 506 606 02 2005 GB M 1 M OPERATIONS THAT ARE MANDATORY UNDER THE GUARANTEE...