Cleaning The Tractor - Valtra T144 Operator's Manual

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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.
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