Massey Ferguson 230 "stuck up"

[Rcl700]

Im band new to the tractor world. I recently bought a home that came with a Massey Ferguson 230. I plan to use this to cut the large yard. I have started and driven the tractor but can not get the 3 point to drop or move.
I reviewed the manuals and see the there is an inspection plate on the right hand side where the dip stick is at. I have started removal of this but have no clue what todo once I get it off. One of the bolts is currently stuck. I have been spraying with PB Blaster.

I'll try to get some picture posted.

Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Rcl700]

Im band new to the tractor world. I recently bought a home that came with a Massey Ferguson 230. I plan to use this to cut the large yard. I have started and driven the tractor but can not get the 3 point to drop or move.
I reviewed the manuals and see the there is an inspection plate on the right hand side where the dip stick is at. I have started removal of this but have no clue what todo once I get it off. One of the bolts is currently stuck. I have been spraying with PB Blaster.

I'll try to get some picture posted.

Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

Pictures added....

 

[Leejohn]

Why did you start there? I would wait a day or two and see if someone can help you.

 

[Rcl700]

Dip stick

 

[Rcl700]

I will wait before going any further. i hope someone will provide some insight. Plus Im not sure how i will get the rusty bolt at the 2o-clock" position out.
I have been soaking it. It looks like it may be a recessed flat head bolt.

 

[Rcl700]

3 point

 

[coldsteelva]

Have you stood (or placed weight on) the 3 point lift arms and then moved the control to the lower position? It may simply be a case of the lift arms not having enough weight to overcome the friction/rust of not being used. The lowering of a 3-points arms is by weight/gravity and not by power

 

[Rocky J]

Dip stick

I use a impact screwdriver on my stuck screws with a decent amount of luck. Impact Screwdriver Set with Case

 

[Gary Fowler]

I don't know if that old tractor has it, but many tractors have a "rate of descent" control valve which is usually directly under and in front of the seat. The knob on this valve can be screwed in to completely shut off the oil flow and the 3 PH will not go down even if you have a heavy implement attached.
Before doing anything else, look for this control valve and turn it counter-clockwise a few rounds to release the lift arm cylinder oil. IF this valve is closed with the arms in the down position, the lift wont raise either.

 

[Soundguy]

Ditto that.. make sure there is not a 3pt valve lock.. many are under the seat or somewhere ont he top cover, past that, as another poster said. bushings may be crusty, and the arms may just be 'up' from sticking.

try both options, get back with us.

 

[Rcl700]

I have been unable to locate a pressure relief valve. I looked in the manual and didnt see one there either.

The previous owner indicated that with an Implement attached it would not lift one he removed the implament the arms went up and stayed up. He changed the filter and replaced the oil to np avail.

 

[Rcl700]

MF230

 

[Soundguy]

If you looked for pressure relief, you might have missed it, IF, it has one. Its more of a 3ph lock.

 

[shona13]

g'day Rc1700.
I have read all the responses to your post some are misleading and some are totally irrelevent and could send you down the wrong path ,the KISS approach is good advice always begin with the simple things first , Change the oil and flush out the transmission with Diesel or whatever your local oil supplier has making sure the flushing fluid is thoroughly drained ,leave the two drain plugs and the filter cover of overnight then reassemble and fill with the correct weight oil ask your supplier .
Now you know whatever goes through the pump will not cause damage .
The impact screwdriver yes but I am answering your question considering I do not know your depth of knowledge of things Mechanical.
The diverter valve mentioned on top of the housing, Your tractor does not have one fitted.
The mention that Massey hydraulics are simple ,If I had a dollar for every tractor that arrived in my workshop ,in pieces I would be able to buy myself one of those Fancy Dodge Rams wih a BIG cummins Diesel ,Only joking I ask that for your sake do not start pulling things to pieces I am only to willing to advise as you go along ,as I have mentioned in my previous post ,remove the cover and tell me what you see (send me photographs and that will confirm what series pump you have) the more information you feed back the easier it is to help .
Happy Days.
Hutch.