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Loosen the fan belt on the engine and remove it if necessary. Wrap the belt(s) securely and spray
the pulley groove with a rust-proof agent. If possible, paint over all chips in the paint and cover
non-painted metal parts with a preservative.
Drain diesel fuel from the fuel tank or add diesel fuel conditioner to the fuel tank.
Seal any engine opening such as intakes/outlets with prot ective material to prevent foreign matter,
dust, and moisture from getting in.
Place all control handles in the neutral position (including electrical system switches and the
parking brake).
If possible, prop the tractor on blocks so that the tires are fr ee of weight. Check the tire pressure on a
regular basis.
The tractor should be parked in a dry, well ventilated area. If such an area is unavailable, cover the
tractor with a waterproof covering. Never store the tractor around flammables or corrosive mate rials.
Any parts removed from the tractor should be cleaned, packed and stored in a dry place.
5.3 Tractor Storage Maintenance
Check on the tractor and its parts at least once a month to see whether there is any rust, corrosion,
aging, or distortion happening. Immediately make any necessary repairs.
Start the tractor twice a month and allow the engine to run. This will prevent interior rust.
If possible, drive the tractor once every three months at low speed for 20-30 minutes. This is a great
way to see how the tractor is doing in storage.
Clean the dust off the top of the battery with a dry cloth, and check the charge level. The battery can
go dead even when not in use. Recharge the battery once a month.
When transporting the tractor long distances by train, truck, or trailer the gears should not be engaged.
Transporting the tractor with the gears engaged, will move parts such as the gears, bearings,
crankshaft and pistons, which can rub without lubricant and cause damage.
IMPORTANT ISSUES
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If you cannot carry out the anti-rust treatment and the tractor needs to be out of use
for several months or longer, at a minimum, replace the machine oil and oil filter. Start the tractor once every
month and run the tractor at low speed for 20–23 minutes at a minimum. Check to make sure everything is
operating properly and keep the tractor clean to limit the amount of corrosion that could result from dust and
wet conditions.
