Alamo 5, 6 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service, Sickle Bar Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

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OPERATION

5.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

Refer to the tractor operator’s manual to ensure a complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled service is performed according to the manufacturers recommendations. The following are some of the items that require daily service and inspection:

Tire condition/air pressure

Wheel lug bolts

Steering linkage

PTO shield

SMV sign is clean and visible

Tractor’s lights are clean and functional

Tractor Seat belt is in good condition

Tractor ROPS is in good condition

ROPS is in the raised position

No tractor oil leaks

Radiator free of debris

Engine oil level and condition

Engine coolant level and condition

Power brake fluid level

Power steering fluid level

Fuel condition and level

Sufficient lubrication at all lube points

Air filter condition OPS-U-0030

5.2Sickle Bar Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

Before each Sickle Bar use, a complete inspection and service is required to ensure the Sickle Bar is in a good and safe working condition. Damaged and/or broken parts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately. To ensure the Sickle Bar is ready for operation, conduct the following. OPS-SB-0001

Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order.

SB5/6 03/09

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