Kioti DK55, Manual

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STORAEG 11-3
1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate
the tires if they are low.
2. Jack the tractor up and remove the
support blocks form under the front
and rear axles.
3. Install the battery. Before installing the
battery, be sure it is fully charged.
4. Check the fan belt tension.
5. Check all fluid levels (engine oil, trans-
mission/hydraulic oil, engine coolant
and any attached implements.)
6. Start the engine. Observe all gauges.
If all gauges are functioning properly
and reading normal, move the tractor
outside. Once outside, park the trac-
tor and let the engine idle for at least
five minutes. Shut the engine off and
walk around tractor and make a visual
inspection looking for evidence of oil
or water leaks.
7. With the engine fully warmed up, re-
lease the parking brake and test the
brakes for proper adjustment as you
move forward. Adjust the brakes as
necessary.
REMOVING THE TRACTOR
FROM STORAGE
10. Keep the tractor in a dry place where
the tractor is sheltered from rain.
Cover the tractor.
11. Store the tractor indoors in a dry area
that is protected from sunlight and
excessive heat. If the tractor must be
stored outdoors, cover it with a wa-
terproof tarpaulin.
Jack the tractor up and place blocks
under the front and rear axles so that
all four tires are off the ground. Keep
the tires out of direct sunlight and ex-
treme heat.
IMPORTANT
When washing the tractor, be
sure to stop the engine. Allow
sufficient time for the engine to
cool before washing.
Cover the tractor after the muf-
fler and the engine have cooled
down.