Cub Cadet SC2400 manual Operating a New Tractor

8. OPERATING THE TRACTOR

1. Operating a New Tractor

The service life of the tractor is governed by how adequately it is handled and maintained.

Of course, any newly manufactured tractor has been tested; however, various parts must be broken in. Therefore, operate the tractor at low speeds for the first 50 operating hours, and avoid heavy work or operation before the various parts have been sufficiently run. The manner the tractor is operated in during the breaking-in period greatly affects the effective life of the tractor. Therefore, to develop maximum design performance and attain the longest life of the tractor, the tractor needs to be correctly broken in. Handle the new tractor, strictly observing the following instructions.

1.Do not run the tractor at full speed during the first 50 operating hours period

●NEVER suddenly start or brake.

●In cold weather, ALWAYS fully warm up the engine. After warm-up, start operation of the

tractor.

●NEVER run the engine at a speed higher than needed.

●On rough roads or terrains, slow the tractor down as necessary. Do not run the tractor at a high speed.

The above-mentioned precautions apply not only to newly manufactured tractors but also to tractors that have been actively used. Nevertheless, we recommend that newly manufactured tractors be operated by strictly observing these instructions / recommendations.

2. Changing the lubricating oil for the new tractor

The quality of the lubricating oil in any new tractors is very important. Various parts on a new tractor have not been fully broken in, and are not fully fitted with each other. As a result, small metal shavings may occur while the new tractor is operated, and may lead to premature wear or damage of the associated parts or components. Therefore, Cub Cadet Yanmar recommends that the lubricating oil be changed earlier than in the ordinary oil change schedule.

For the recommended oil change schedule, refer to the “13. MAINTENANCE”.

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