Removing Tractor From Storage

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  1. Verify tire calibration pressure. To do so, consult (Tire Calibration Pressure Chart, in Section—Ballasting). Lower tires to the ground.
  2. Open all openings closed for storage.
  3. Install battery.
  4. Adjust engine fan belt tension. 5078E, 5085E and 5090E Tractors are equipped with automatic belt tensioner. On 5075E Tractors perform adjustment by moving alternator position.
  5. Unlock clutch pedal.
  6. Check engine oil level, transmission/hydraulic system and coolant oil levels. Complete if necessary.
  7. Drain a small quantity of fuel from tank to remove possible condensation build-up.
  8. Refill fuel tank.
  9. Follow recommended service procedures for 10, 50, 250, 500, 600 and 750 hours indicated in Service—Section.
  10. Turn starter switch to ON position (do not start engine at this point). Check all indicators on instrument panel, see (Tractor Controls, in Section Controls and Instruments). Verify operation of headlights, lights and turn-signal lights, see (Lights Section).
  11. For 5075E Tractors with Bosch A4000 injection pump1, make sure fuel shut-off knob (B) is in fuel shut-off position. If it is not, pull fuel shut-off knob (B) backward and then push it upward until it is in position shown.
  12. Pull hand throttle (A) fully back and run engine until oil pressure increases.

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    Tractors with Open Operator's Platform

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    Cab Tractors

    Do not engage starter motor for more than 20 seconds per attempt. Wait at least 2 minutes for it to cool down before trying again.

  13. Connect fuel shut-off solenoid (see location in Fuel System Components, in Service section). On 5075E Tractors with Bosch A4000 injection pump1 fuel cut-off actuation is manual. Push fuel shut-off knob (C) downward and then move it totally to the front until it is in position shown.

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  14. Start up engine. Allow engine to idle for a few minutes. Warm up carefully and check all systems before submitting the tractor to any load.

1 Identify injection pump installed on tractor according to reference in Fuel System Components - 5075E Tractor, in Section Service—As Required.

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