LUBRICATION & PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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STORAGE
If the tractor is to be stored for extended periods such as
off-season non-use, certain measures should be taken
for its preservation during such periods. These mea-
sures will vary according to geographical area and stor-
age season.
1. Replace engine oil and filter. Operate at low idle
five minutes to lubricate parts.
2. Lubricate all grease fittings and lightly oil control
linkage pivots.
3. Detach implements.
4. Store the tractor in an enclosed area, if possible,
for protection from weather.
5. Block up the tractor to remove weight from tyres
and to protect tyres from oily or damp floor.
FIG. 6-50:
6. Raise and lock the three-point lift linkage in up
position by turning the lowering rate control handle
(1) fully clockwise.
7. Remove the battery and store in cool dry place.
8. If the tractor is stored during cold weather season
insure that anti-freeze is adequate. Alternatively,
the radiator and engine block may be drained.
9. Check with your diesel fuel supplier on the
availability of a diesel fuel additive to place in the
fuel system during storage period.
10. If the tractor cannot be placed in an enclosed
area place it under some sort of cover and cover
exhaust pipe to prevent entrance of rain or snow.
FIG. 6-51:
11. Depress the clutch pedal and secure in the
disengaged position with the hook (3). (Mechanical
Transmission)
NOTE: This is to prevent clutch seizure during long pe-
riods of tractor storage.
12. Touch-up scratches with paint.
At the end of storage period: Perform appropriate lubri-
cation and maintenance before placing the tractor back
in service. See “Lubrication and Maintenance” section.
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Conduct full prestart inspection. Make sure all con-
trols operate correctly.
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Allow the engine to idle approximately 30 minutes.
Check for leaks and repair as required.
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FIG. 6-50
3
FIG. 6-51
