4. Maintenance
•
Open the radiator cap with care when the engine is hot as the cooling system
is pressurized.
•
Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable when servicing or repairing
the electric system.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the main power is turned off before
disconnecting or reconnecting the battery.
•
When changing the oil and filters, check their appearance.
Large amounts of dirt (for example heavily clogged filters) can point to a fault
which could cause extensive and costly repairs if not corrected in time.
•
Use proper gloves and other protection for the noxious chemicals.
Fuel, lubricating oil and coolant cause irritation to the skin if they are in
contact with it for long periods.
•
Dispose of the waste oil, liquid waste, oil filters and batteries properly and
handle them carefully.
NOTE: After completion of service work, reinstall all shields and covers.
4.3.1
Cleaning the tractor
Clean the tractor regularly.
Turn the ignition key to the
NOTE:
Protect the environment by following the environmental regulations. The washing
place must have a separator outlet when using detergents.
It is best to wash the new tractor for the first time a week after the start-up. Avoid
rubbing the surface of the tractor too hard during the first months.
NOTE: Do not wax the paint work of the new tractor before the initial washing.
WARNING: Coolant may be hot and under high pressure.
WARNING: When changing the oil, notice that the oil can be very
hot when it drains from the tractor.
WARNING: Avoid touching the exhaust manifold, turbocharger
and other hot parts of the engine.
(OFF) position before washing.
- 252 -