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

(SG-21)

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 Operation Section 3-9

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OPERATION