Reduce Fuel Consumption

Service Correctly

Replace air cleaner elements and fuel, engine oil and transmission/hydraulic filter elements at specified service intervals (see in Section 85 "Lubrication and Periodic Service" ).

Use only John Deere filters!

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Use recommended oils and lubricants only (see in Section 80 "Fuel, Lubricants, Hydraulic Oil and Coolant").

Have the fuel system checked regularly by your John Deere dealer.

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Have function of rockshaft control checked regularly by your John Deere dealer.

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Drive with Correct Tire Pressures

Adapt tire pressures to type of work and ground conditions (consult your John Deere dealer or local tire agent).

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Choose Correct Ballast

Choose ballast to obtain 10 to 15% wheel slip. Use no more ballast than necessary, reduce ballast for light work.

Select Correct Gear

Always drive in the highest possible gear with reduced engine speed. Choose a gear so that engine speed (A) with engine not under load drops 150 to 250 rpm when the tractor is operating and the engine is under load (B).

NOTE: For light work, reduce engine speed below 2000 rpm. Select a gear so that engine speed drops 200 to 300 rpm when load is applied.

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A-Too much ballast
B-Too little ballast
C-Correct ballast

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