OPERATING INSTRUCTION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your tractor for the first time and before each operating period after that, make these checks:
1.Make sure all persons who operate or do maintenance on the tractor understand that clean fuel is important.
2.Check all lubrication fittings for grease as given in the Lubrication Chart.
3.Check the oil level in the engine crankcase. Check the fluid level in the transmission.
4.Check the tractor fuel tank is filled with clean fuel that has the specifications given in this manual.
NOTE: Clean around the fuel tank cap before you remove cap.
5.Check the fuel system, cooling system and engine oil pan for leaks.
6.Check the fan belt is adjusted correctly.
7.Remove any water or sediment from the fuel filter cup.
8.Check the air pressure of the tires.
9.Make sure the PTO safety guard is installed.
10.Check the coolant level in the radiator and reservoir bottle. Add water and ethylene glycol coolant as needed.
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