Target Audience:
Mechanical technicians, agricultural equipment owners/operators
Value Proposition:
Enables professional-level repairs and maintenance, saving on dealer costs and time.
Emphasis On Safety:
Highlights safety precautions, including use of safety equipment and torque wrenches.
Diagnostic Assistance:
Provides diagnostic and repair procedures to address trouble occurrences.
Special Tool Identification:
Refers to and illustrates Valtra Valmet 8550 E specific special tools.
Information Reliability:
States 'most reliable information' and 'endeavored to ensure accuracy'.
Comprehensiveness:
Claims to be a 'complete Service Manual' with 'all necessary instructions'.
Diy Benefit:
Empowers owners to perform maintenance and repairs, saving significant labor costs and time.
Professional Standards:
Aims to enable repairs to 'professional automotive technician' standards.
Primary Coverage:
Repair and overhaul of Valtra Valmet 8550 E
Component Coverage:
Proprietary components with manufacturer instructions
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (exact number not specified, implies comprehensive)
Type:
Service Manual / Workshop Manual / Repair Manual
Format:
PDF (Electronic Delivery)
Delivery Speed:
Fast and Free Electronic Delivery via Email
Engine Management:
Tune-ups, general repair, engine disassembly/reassembly
Fuel System:
Diagnosis, repair, and overhaul procedures
Lubrication System:
Maintenance, specifications, and repair
Ignition System:
Troubleshooting, maintenance, and component repair
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, component diagnosis, and repair
Transmission System:
Removal, installation, disassembly, and overhaul
Exhaust System:
Maintenance and repair procedures
Bodywork:
Repair and maintenance information
Hydraulic System:
Diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of the tractor's hydraulic systems.
Routine Maintenance:
Scheduled servicing, fluid changes, filter replacements
Diagnostic Procedures:
Troubleshooting guides for common and complex issues
Overhaul Procedures:
Detailed instructions for major component rebuilds
Assembly Disassembly:
Step-by-step guides for component removal and installation
Troubleshooting Guides:
Systematic approaches to identifying and resolving faults across all major systems.
Depth:
Comprehensive; suitable for professional technicians and informed owners
Special Emphasis:
Unique aspects of the Valtra Valmet 8550 E product
Diagnostic Tools:
The manual likely references diagnostic procedures that may involve specialized electronic diagnostic tools if applicable to the 8550 E model.
Engine Type:
Likely a Diesel engine, common for this class of tractor (specific model not detailed)
Horsepower:
Refer to manual for specific 8550 E engine variant (e.g., typically in the 150-180 HP range for this model class)
Torque:
Refer to manual for specific 8550 E engine variant
Injection System:
Details within manual (e.g., mechanical, electronic common rail)
Oil Capacity:
Refer to manual for specific engine oil capacity and type
Coolant Capacity:
Refer to manual for specific coolant capacity and type
Engine Overhaul:
Detailed procedures for engine component disassembly and reassembly are included.
Transmission Type:
Likely a powershift or synchromesh transmission (Valtra Valmet historically offered various options)
Transmission Options:
Details within manual (e.g., creeper gears, reverse power shuttle)
Clutch Type:
Refer to manual for specific clutch system details
Transmission Fluid Type:
Refer to manual for specific transmission fluid specifications and capacities
Overall Length:
Refer to manual for precise dimensions
Overall Width:
Refer to manual for precise dimensions
Wheelbase:
Refer to manual for precise dimensions
Operating Weight:
Refer to manual for specific weight specifications
Towing Capacity:
Refer to manual for towing capacity
Features:
N/A (Focus on functional, mechanical, and electrical systems, not typical infotainment)
Features:
N/A (Focus on functional systems; advanced driver assistance systems not typical for this era/type of vehicle)
Features:
N/A (Focus on functional systems)
Engine Oil Change:
Refer to manual for specific interval (typically 250-500 hours)
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Refer to manual for specific interval
Air Filter Replacement:
Refer to manual for specific interval and conditions
Engine Oil Specification:
Refer to manual for API/ACEA ratings and viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 15W-40)
Transmission Fluid Specification:
Refer to manual for specific Valtra-approved or equivalent fluid (e.g., UTTO)
Hydraulic Fluid Specification:
Refer to manual for specific hydraulic fluid type and viscosity
Common Wear Items:
Details on potential common wear items and their replacement are covered, aiding proactive maintenance.
Electrical Connections:
Manual covers troubleshooting of electrical systems, which can be a common area for issues in older machinery.
Manufacturer History:
Valtra, a Finnish manufacturer, has a long history in agricultural machinery, known for robust and reliable tractors. Valmet was a predecessor brand.
8550 Series:
The 8000 series, including the 8550, represented a significant advancement in Valtra/Valmet tractor technology during its production era.
Production Period:
Valtra Valmet 8000 series tractors were primarily produced from the late 1990s into the early 2000s.