MASSEY FERGUSON 2800 Series - Normal Care and Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule; Basic Checks and Fueling

Normal Care
SCHEDULE
The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your tractor and mower. You will need to keep a record
of your operating time.
Safety Items
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Every
5 Hours
Every
25 Hours
Every
100 Hours
*Or Yearly
Check safety interlock system.
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Check tractor brakes.
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Normal Care Items
Check tractor & mower for loose hardware.
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Lubricate tractor and mower.
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Check tires.
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Oil Pivot points.
15
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Check transmission fluid.
15
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Change transmission fluid & filter.
16
Trans, service only or every 400 hours.
Check and clean battery.
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Clean, sharpen and balance blades.
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Clean and repack front wheel bearings.
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See engine manual for engine care & maintenance.
* or as needed.
RAISING THE HOOD
To gain access to the engine compartment, release the
rubber strap on each side of the hood and raise the
hood. _
A CAUTION
Do not run the engine with the hood raised.
Engine heat will cause damage to the headlight
bezel and hood.
CHECKING/ADDING GASOLINE
Check the gas gauge/cap to be sure there is enough
gasoline to complete the job. To add gasoline, remove
the gas gauge/cap. Do not overfill. Leave room in the
tank for fuel expansion. Refer to your engine manual for
gasoline recommendations. Install and hand tighten the
gas gauge/cap.
A CAUTION
Never use gasoline containing METHANOL, gaso-
hol containing more than 10% ethanol, gasoline
additives, premium gasoline, or white gas because
engine/fuei system damage could result.
CHECKING TIRE PRESSURE
Front tire pressure should be 12 to 15 psi (82 to 103 kPa).
Rear tire pressure should be 6 to 8 psi (41 to 55 kPa).
CHECKING FUEL FILTER
A WARNING
Do not remove fuel filter when engine is hot, as
spilled gasoline may ignite. DO NOT spread hose
clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps
grip hoses firmly over filter after installation.
The fuel filter is located in fuel line between fuel tank and
carburetor. If filter is dirty or clogged, replace as follows.
Place a container below filter to catch spilled gasoline.
1. Using a pliers, open and slide hose clamps from fuel
filter.
2. Remove hoses from filter.
3. Install new filter in proper flow direction in fuel line.
Secure with hose clamps. See warning at beginning
of procedure.
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