Prestarting Checks


Engine oil level

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A - Dipstick

B - Oil Filler Neck

Engine oil level should always be between the marks on dipstick (A). Do not start the engine if oil level is below lower mark on dipstick.

  


Foot brakes

CAUTION: Press the brake pedals before starting the engine. It must not be possible to press the pedals all the way to the stops, not even if great force is used. Wait at least 30 seconds before repeating the check.

IMPORTANT: If the pedals can be pressed all the way to the stops, there is a fault and it is essential to contact your John Deere™ dealer.


After long storage period

Check whether dirt or other foreign bodies have collected under the hood or cab. If so, remove them.


Fuel filter

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A - Drain Screw

B - Drain Screw

C - Fuel Tank Drain Plug

If water or sediment deposits have settled in filter, proceed as follows:

  1. Open drain screw (A) by 3/4 of a turn. Retighten the screw as soon as water and sediment deposits have drained out.

  2. Open drain screw (B) by 3/4 of a turn. Retighten the screw as soon as water and sediment deposits have drained out.

  3. Turn ignition switch to the right to the first switch position so that the fuel transfer pump is operating. Keep the pump running for approx. 40 seconds.

If water was present in the fuel filter, then use a 1/2-inch square-section key to screw out the drain plug (C) under the fuel tank by turning it once. After draining off any water and sediment deposits, retighten drain plug until hand-tight.

 


Coolant level

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A - “MAX”

B - “MIN”

Check the coolant level. The level must be between “MIN” and “MAX” when the engine is cold.

It must under no circumstances fall below the “MIN” mark (B).


Other checks

If the tractor is used to power external hydraulic equipment, check the level of the transmission/hydraulic oil every day.

This check is described in Service / Every 250 Hours.

If operating the tractor in extremely wet and muddy conditions, lubricate the following components also:

  • Pivoting Fenders
  • Front Hitch - if equipped
  • Pick-Up Hitch
  • Hydraulic or Electro-Hydraulic Pick-Up Hitch (if equipped)
  • Three-Point Hitch
  • Front Axle and Front-Wheel Drive Shaft
  • Cab Suspension System

These jobs are described in Service / Every 250 Hours and Service / Every 500 Hours.

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