Prestarting Checks

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A - Dipstick

B - Drain screw

Engine oil level should always be at the ”XXX” marks on dipstick (A). Do not start engine if oil level is below the ”ADD” mark on the dipstick.

Drain water and sediment deposits from fuel filter at drain screw (B).

Clean dust unloading valve

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Never run the engine when the dust unloading valve is removed!

Remove deposits by squeezing the valve.

During harvesting, grass and chaff may adversely affect the performance of the dust unloading valve. Remove and clean the dust unloading valve as necessary. Replace damaged valve immediately.

Rocker arm cover ventilation

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Make sure the hose of the rocker arm cover ventilation is not pinched.

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Coolant level

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

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 the tractor is used in particularly wet and muddy terrain, perform the following additional service:

• Lubricate front axle and front-wheel drive shaft.
• Lubricate rear axle.
• Lubricate three-point hitch.
• Lubricate the pick-up hitch (if equipped).

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