3.1 CHAPTER PROPERTIES
This chapter provides a preventive mainte
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nance schedule with the necessary proce
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dures. Tools required are those normally
available in any organizational tool shop.
NOTE: Consult the Cummins “Operation and
Maintenance B Series Engines” manual in
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cluded with this manual when so directed.
Also, guidelines for repairing the tractor are
located on the last two pages of this chapter.
Before attempting to repair the tractor, be fa
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miliar with the information on these pages.
3.2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
INSPECTION
Use the engine hour meter to keep track of
when preventive maintenance is required.
Use the table below to schedule your main-
tenance.
NOTE: Recommended service intervals
are for normal operating conditions. Ser
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vice MORE OFTEN if machine is operating
under sandy, dusty, or wet conditions.
NEGLECTING MAINTE
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NANCE CAN RESULT IN FAILURES OR PER
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MANENT DAMAGE TO TRACTOR
COMPONENTS AND MAY VOID THE WAR
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RANTY.
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COMPONENT SERVICE REQUIRED REFERENCE
AT INITIAL OPERATION
Accumulators For Hyd. Brakes Check pressure at initial intervals in procedure referenced 3.10
DAILY OR REFUELING (PRE-START-UP)
Engine Cooling System Check coolant level.
Check for coolant leaks.
3.4.1
3.4.2
Engine Oil Check level. 3.4.3
Transmission Check oil level for leaks. 3.4.4
Electrical System Check lights. 3.4.5
Fuel System Check for fuel leaks.
Drain water separator.
3.4.6
3.4.7
Brakes Check brake pedal free play. 3.4.8
Wheels and Tires Inspect condition and check pressure. 3.4.9
Axles Check for leaks. 3.4.10
Belts Inspect condition. 3.4.11
EVERY 50 OPERATING HOURS
Hydraulic Reservoir Check level. 3.5.1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE