John Deere 5103E - Manual (Page 75)

Ballast
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Ballast Limitations
Ballast should be limited by either tyre capacity or
tractor capacity. Each tyre has a recommended
carrying capacity which should not be exceeded (see
Wheels, tyres and Treads section). If a greater amount of weight is needed for traction, a larger tyre should be
considered.
Ballast can be added as either liquid or cast iron.
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Ballasting Front End for Transport
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A—Ballast Center
B—Ballast Retaining Bolts
C—Starter Weight
D—QUIK-TATCH Weights
CAUTION: Additional front ballast may be
needed for transporting rear-mounted
implements. When implement is raised, drive
slowly over rough ground, regardless of how
much ballast is used.
CAUTION: Weights are heavy. Use proper lifting
equipment. Approximate weight of starter
weight (C) is : 49 kg (109 lb). Approximate
weight of QUIK-TATCH

weights (D) are 45 kg
(99 lb).
Specification
Starter Weight (Ballast)—Weight 49 kg (109 lb) .........................................
QUIK-TATCH

Weight
(Ballast)—Weight 45 kg (99 lb) Each ..........................................................
Installing QUIK-TATCH

Weights: QUIK-TATCH

weights can be installed on the front of the tractor.
One starter weight and up to 8 QUIK-TATCH

weights
can be installed.
1. Install weights in pairs, one on each side of center (A).
2. To hold weights in place, run retaining bolts (B)
through holes from side-to-side. Tighten to
specification.
Specification
Ballast Weights Retaining Bolts—
Torque
230 N•m (170 lb-ft) ........................................................................
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