TRACTOR OPERATION

DAILY CHECKS TO PERFORM BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1.Place the machine on a level surface then remove the oil dipstick.

2.Check the oil level as indicated in the engine owner’s manual and fill with the rec- ommended motor oil.(See Figure 5).

3. Check the dust shield, C.

NOTE: Do not operate the machine with loose or missing shields. Replace missing shields immediately (See Figure 7).

FIGURE 5 Check Engine Oil Level

CHECK FUEL LEVEL

1.Remove the fuel tank cap (See Figure 6).

2.Fill tank to the bottom of the fuel tank neck.

3.Use minimum of 86 octane gasoline.

4.Wipe any spilled fuel before starting the engine.

NOTE: Do not overfill the fuel tank. Observe all safety statements listed in the safety information section.

CHECK THAT ALL SHIELDS ARE INSTALLED AND ATTACHING HARDWARE IS TIGHT

1.Check the main drive belt shield, A.

2.Check the drive chain cover, B.

FIGURE 6 Check Fuel Level

FIGURE 7 Check All Shields

CHECK TIRE PRESSURES

Check tire pressures in the tractor tires and inflate to 14 psi.

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