Daedong DK-Series, Manual

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5-2 DK65/75/80/90
The life of a tractor is determined by how
well it is maintained and by how properly
it is used. The life of a new tractor is
affected significantly by how the tractor
is used and cared for during the “break-
in” period. For best performance and
longest life, the following precautions
should be followed for the first 50 hours
of operation.
! Do not operate the engine at full speed
during the first 50 hours.
! Avoid sudden starts and stops.
!
Allow the tractor to warm up to nor-
mal operating temperature before
starting work.
!
Do not run the engine any faster than
necessary.
!
Use extra caution and care on rough
roads or uneven terrain.
Note that these “break-in” period precau-
tions are good practices for all tractors
regardless of age.
OPERATING A NEW TRACTOR
! Do a walk around inspection
! Check the engine oil level
! Check the transmission oil level
! Check the coolant level
!
Clean the grill and radiator screen.
!
Check the air cleaner and evacuator
valve
!
Check the brake pedals
!
Check all dash gauges and indicator
lights
!
Check headlights, tail lights, and all
work lights
! Check accessible wiring harnesses
for any damage
!
Check the seat belt and ROPS for dam-
age
!
Refuel (See “daily check” in the peri-
odic service section)
!
Check all danger, warning and instruc-
tion labels.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
It is a good practice to know the condi-
tion of your tractor before you start it.
You should do routine check before each
use.
DAILY CHECK ITEM
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
Be sure to check and service the
tractor on a level surface with the
engine shut off and the parking
brake “ENGAGED”.