INTRODUCTION
Replace damaged or worn tubes, hoses, electrical wiring, etc.
Engine, transmission, exhaust components, and hydraulic lines may become hot during operation. Take care when
servicing such components. Allow surfaces to cool before handling or disconnecting hot components. Wear protective
equipment when appropriate.
When welding, follow the instructions in the manual. Always disconnect the battery before welding on the tractor.
Always wash your hands after handling battery components.
Before touching any electrical components, disconnect the ground lead from the battery.
Only remove the radiator cap after the engine has been allowed to cool. With the engine switched off, use a cloth to
slowly unscrew the cap and release the pressure before completely removing the cap.
Wheels and tires
Upon receiving your tractor, check the air pressure in the tires and check every 50 hours or weekly. Refer to the table
below for tire pressure for normal operation.
Make sure tires are correctly inflated. Do not exceed recommended load or pressure. Follow instructions in the
manual for proper tire inflation.
Tires are heavy. Handling tires without proper equipment could cause death or serious injury.
Never weld on a wheel with a tire installed. Always remove tire completely from wheel prior to welding.
Always have a qualified tire technician service the tires and wheels. If a tire has lost all pressure, take the tire and
wheel to a tire shop or your dealer for service. Explosive separation of the tire can cause serious injury.
DO NOT weld to a wheel or rim until the tire is completely removed. Ensure the rim is clean and free of rust or damage.
Do not weld, braze, otherwise repair or use a damaged rim. Inflated tires can generate a gas mixture with the air that
can be ignited by high temperatures from welding procedures performed on the wheel or rim. Removing the air or
loosening the tire on the rim (breaking the bead) will NOT eliminate the hazard. This condition can exist whether tires
are inflated or deflated. The tire MUST be completely removed from the wheel or rim prior to welding the wheel or rim.
When changing or storing tires, make sure they are stacked correctly and cannot roll or topple over causing personal
injury.
When checking tire pressures, inspect the tires for damaged tread and side walls. Incorrect pressure will lead to early
tire failure.
Do not inflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously under-inflated until it has been inspected for damage by a
qualified person.
Torque wheel bolts to specification after installing the wheel. Check nut tightness daily until torque stabilizes.
Refer to the 'TRACTOR BALLASTING' section in the Operator’s Manual before adding ballast to the tires.
Use jack stands or other suitable blocking to support the tractor while repairing tires. Ensure the jack is placed on a
firm, level surface. Ensure the jack has adequate capacity for lifting your tractor. Do not put any part of your body
under the tractor or start the engine while the tractor is on the jack.
Never hit a tire or rim with a hammer.
Do not inflate a tire unless the rim is mounted on the tractor or is secured so that it will not move if the tire or rim
should suddenly fail.
Driving on public roads and general transportation safety
Comply with local laws and regulations.
Use appropriate lighting to meet local regulations.
Make sure Slow-Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem is visible.
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