It is a good practice to know the con-
dition of your tractor before you start
it. You should do routine check be-
fore each use.
For detailed information, refer to
“Maintenance schedule chart” in
chapter 7.
INITIAL OPERATION
Driving a new tractor at a high speed
or under heavy load can affect its du-
rability.
Make sure to run the tractor at the
proper work load and speed for the
initial operation of 10 to 20 hours.
TIPS FOR BREAKING-IN
1. Start the engine and idle the en-
gine at a low speed for 3 to 4 min-
utes in advance.
2. Increase the idling time in cold
weather.
3. Do not drive the tractor at the max-
imum speed on a road.
4. Never apply excessive load during
work.
5. Idle the engine at a low speed for
2 to 3 minutes before stopping it.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
CHECK ITEMS
Walk around inspection.
Engine oil level.
Transmission oil level
.
Coolant level.
Clean the front grill and radiator
screen.
Air cleaner element.
Brake pedal free play.
All dash gauges and indicators.
Head lights, tail lights, and working
lights.
Accessible wiring harness for any
damage.
Seat belt and ROPS for damage.
All “DANGER” and “WARNING”
decals.
Fuel level.
Tire pressure and wheel bolt tight-
ness condition.
3-point hitch and securing pins.
Park the tractor on the level
ground, stop the engine, and
apply the parking brake before
checking or repairing it.
Refer to “DAILY CHECKING
I T E M S ” i n t h e s e c t i o n 7
“M AI NT EN AN C E ” f or pre -
operation check.
Be sure to read and under-
stand the information titled as
“DANGER”, “WARNING”, and
“CAUTION” thoroughly for the
safe operation.
CAUTION
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