Tractor Safety Operation and Maintenance Preventive Maintenance A

Tractor Safety, Operation, and Maintenance Preventive Maintenance A VGP Production 2003

Preventive Maintenance Program Why should you implement a Preventive Maintenance Program?

Preventive Maintenance Benefits n Decrease Downtime - problems are found before they cause breakdowns n Save Money - Problems are discovered in their early stages, while they are still minor repairs n Extend Machine Life - Regular maintenance increases the life of the machine.

Preventive Maintenance Benefits n Increase Equipment Value -Detailed maintenance and repair records kept on the machine increases the value. n Keep Equipment Safe- Good Maintenance= Safer Machine

General Prevention § Read the Owner’s Manual and follow recommendations. § Perform Daily Maintenance before operating the tractor. § Check the tractor for damage and potential failures before operation.

General Prevention § Allow the engine to warm up to operating temperature before use. § Watch the instrument panel for indications of trouble. § Follow service recommendations and keep the tractor properly serviced.

General Prevention § Never overload the tractor and operate the tractor only as it was designed to be used. § Do not snap or pop the clutch. § Do not spin the tractor tires.

General Prevention Never operate the tractor on hard surfaces with the differential locked. § Prepare the tractor properly for prolonged storage. §

How do I know when to perform service on my tractor?

Service Intervals n Maintenance intervals on tractors are measured in operational hours or calendar intervals. n Follow manufacturer’s recommendations. n Keep proper maintenance records for each tractor.

Recommended Service Intervals n It is best to follow Manufacturer’s recommendations for your particular tractor. n General Service Intervals are: n n Daily ( Every 10 hours) Weekly ( Every 50 hours Monthly ( Every 250 hours) Bi-monthly ( Every 500 hours) Annually ( Every 1000 hours) n All service intervals are cumulative times! n n n

Service Interval Chart

Service Record

Pre-Operation(Daily) Checks n Engine Oil Level n Hydraulic Fluid Level n Coolant Level n Air in Tires n Belt Tension

Pre-Operation(Daily) Checks n Fuel Level n Wheel Lugs n Battery n Safety Equipment - PTO Sheilds, ROPS, Brake Lock, Seat Belt, Safety Switches.

Service Jobs § Servicing the Air Cleaner § Lubricating the Chassis § Servicing the Hydraulic System § Servicing the Cooling System

Service Jobs § Changing the Engine Oil § Adjusting Fan Belt Tension § Adjusting the Brakes § Adjusting Clutch Pedal Free Travel

Service Jobs § Fueling the Tractor § Cleaning the Tractor Exterior § Adding and Adjusting Tractor Weights § Calculating Wheel Slippage

Service Jobs § Choosing and Maintaining Tires (Pressure) § Adding Liquid Ballast to Tires § Adjusting the Front and Rear Wheel Tread

Service Jobs § Servicing Air Conditioning System § Checking the Diesel Injectors § Bleeding the Diesel System

Service Jobs § Servicing the Battery § Checking and Changing Fuses § Servicing the Fuel Filter

Service Jobs § Inspecting and Setting Gaps for Spark Plugs § Setting the Points § Setting the Timing § Adjusting the Carburetor

Service Jobs § Checking and Adjusting Safety Equipment § Check, Tighten, and Repair all loose parts.

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