SAFETY TIPS DURING MAINTENANCE
1. At least on a daily basis check all oil levels, Water level in the radiator and electrolyte
level in the
battery and perform services according to the service schedule.
2. Ensure tire pressures are even and the correct pressure for the job being done is
.
3.Check to ensure that the all controls and preventative mechanisms of the Tractor and
implement work
correctly and effectively.
4. Ensure that an adequate set of the correct tools is available for maintenance and
minor repairs.
5. Ensure that all service work and repairs are carried out on a flat area with a concrete
or s
m
ar
oor.
Do not carry out service work on a tractor until it is switched off, and the parking brake
applied and
wheels chocked.
Where a tractor is started in a confined area, ensure that the area is well ventilated as
exhaust gases are
very harmful, and can cause death.
6. Do not work under raised implements.
7. When changing wheels or tires ensure that a suitable wheel stand is placed under the
axle prior to
removing the wheel and the wheels are chocked.
8. Where guards or shields need to be removed to perform a service or repair, ensure
that the guard or
hi ld i l i ll d b f i h T
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e
s correct
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e
ore start
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t
e
ractor.
9. Never refuel near a naked flame or with an overheated engine.
Ensure to Turn off Engine before refueling.
10.The cooling system operates under pressure, take care when removing the Radiator
cap on a hot
engine to prevent being scalded by steam or hot water. Do not add water in the
radiator when the
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engine is hot. Add water to the radiator only after the engine cools down completely.
11. To prevent fires keep the tractor, including the engine, clean and free from
inflammable material
and well away from fuels and other inflammable material.
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