G 50 Maintenance
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7 Maintenance
7.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule
The table below lists basic machine and engine maintenance. Tasks
designated with check marks may be performed by the operator.
Tasks designated with square bullet points require special training
and equipment.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for additional information.
Daily
Monthly
250 Hrs 600 Hrs
or
12 Mo
1200
Hrs or
24 Mo
2000
Hrs
Other
Check engine oil and coolant level 3
Check engine air filter gauge & air cleaner
dust cap *
3
Visual walkaround inspection 3
Check tire inflation, tread wear and lug nuts
before towing
3
Check fuel filter 3
Drain containment system As needed
Check brake fluid level in trailer at least
monthly
Service the battery
Change engine oil and replace oil filter**
Clean unit inside and out
Check air intake hoses, connections, and
system
3
Replace fuel filter element
Check automatic belt tensioner and belt
wear
3
Check cooling system 3
Perform coolant solution analysis & add
SCA's
Grease axle
Pressure test cooling system
Flush cooling system***
Check and adjust engine valve clearance
Replace crankcase ventilation filter every
750 hours
*Replace the air filter cartridge when yellow indicator of the engine air filter gauge reaches the red line.
**Change the oil after the first 100 hours, then every 250 hours.
***If John Deere antifreeze is used, the flushing interval may be extended. See engine Operator’s Manual.