Body Maintenance - New Holland T4.75F Operator's Manual

Body maintenance

Protection against atmospheric agents
Over the years, NEW HOLLAND have introduced a series of measures to protect the tractor from the deterioration
and corrosion which can be caused by various external elements, such as those listed below:
• salinity and atmospheric humidity
• atmospheric pollution (industrial areas);
• abrasive action of solid substances;
• using tractor in the presence of aggressive chemical and/or organic substances;
• physical damage such as dents, abrasions or deep scratches.
The technical response to these problems was:
• highly corrosion−resistant zinc plating;
• paint systems and paints which help the tractor resist corrosion and abrasion;
• application of suitable hardened plastic coatings at points which are particularly vulnerable to corrosion (edges,
projections and sheet−metal welded joints).
Unfortunately, external agents act in various ways according to environmental conditions and tractor use. However,
if the user takes enough care, the tractor can be maintained better and for longer.
The following information is provided to help achieve this aim.
Protection against atmospheric agents
The technical response to these problems was:
• highly corrosion−resistant zinc plating;
• paint systems and paints which help the tractor resist corrosion and abrasion;
• application of suitable hardened plastic coatings at points which are particularly vulnerable to corrosion (edges,
projections and sheet−metal welded joints).
Unfortunately, external agents act in various ways according to environmental conditions and tractor use. However,
if the user takes enough care, the tractor can be maintained better and for longer.
The following information is provided to help achieve this aim.
Bodywork and cab
Where there are abrasions or deep scratches, which expose the underlying metal, they need to be retouched
immediately with genuine products as follows:
• rub down the area thoroughly;
• apply the primer;
• leave to dry and then rub down once more;
• apply the paint;
• lastly, polish.
Maintenance of the paintwork is normally carried out by washing, at intervals that depend on the conditions of use
and the environment.
In areas prone to atmospheric pollution and coastal zones, washing should be carried out more frequently, whereas
if organic or chemical substances are present, wash immediately after the tractor is used. Use a low pressure water
spray, sponge down with a solution of ( 2 - 4 % of shampoo in water), rinsing the sponge frequently. Rinse the tractor
thoroughly and dry, if possible, with a jet of air.
Avoid washing the tractor after it has been standing in the sun and when the engine is still hot in order to protect the
shine on the paint.
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