Removing The Tractor From Storage - Kubota M7132 Operator's Manual

TRACTOR STORAGE
STORAGE
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• Do not clean the machine while the engine is
running.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine indoors without
proper ventilation.
• When storing, remove the key from the key
switch to prevent unauthorised persons from
operating the tractor and getting injured.
TRACTOR STORAGE
If you intend to store your tractor for an extended
period of time, follow the procedures outlined below.
These procedures will ensure that the tractor is ready
to operate with minimum preparation when it is
removed from storage.
1. Check the bolts and nuts for looseness and tighten
if necessary.
2. Apply grease to tractor areas where bare metal will
rust, and also to pivot areas.
3. Detach the weights from the tractor body.
4. Inflate the tyres to a pressure a little higher than
usual.
5. Change the engine oil and run the engine to
circulate oil throughout the engine block and
internal moving parts for about 5 minutes.
6. With all implements lowered to the ground, coat any
exposed hydraulic cylinder piston rods with grease.
7. Park tractors equipped with the front suspension
system with the suspension cylinders in the lowest
position using manual control mode.
8. Remove the battery from the tractor. Store the
battery following the battery storage procedures.
(See Checking battery condition on page 270.)
9. Preferably, drain the DEF/AdBlue
and store the fluid in another specific tank.
Details regarding the long-term storage of DEF/
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AdBlue can be found in a different section.
(See Storing and handling DEF/AdBlue
134.)
10. Keep the tractor in a dry place where the tractor is
sheltered from the elements. Cover the tractor.
11. Store the tractor indoors in a dry area that is
protected from sunlight and excessive heat.
If the tractor must be stored outdoors, cover it with
a waterproof tarpaulin.
M7132, M7152, M7172
REMOVING THE TRACTOR
FROM STORAGE
1. Check the tyre air pressure and inflate the tyres if
2. Jack the tractor up and remove the support blocks
3. Install the battery. Before installing the battery, be
4. Check the fan belt tension.
5. Check all fluid levels (engine oil, transmission and
6. Start the engine. Observe all gauges.
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out of its tank
7. With the engine fully warmed up, release the
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Jack the tractor up and place blocks under the front
and rear axles so that all 4 tyres are off the ground.
Keep the tyres out of direct sunlight and extreme
heat.
IMPORTANT :
• When washing the tractor, be sure to stop
the engine. Allow sufficient time for the
engine to cool down before washing.
• Before removing the battery cable, make
sure that the battery switch indicator is off.
Do not remove the cable while the indicator
is lit or blinking. For handling of the battery
switch, refer to Setting the battery switch on
page 134.
• Cover the tractor after the muffler and the
engine have cooled down.
needed.
from under the front and rear axles.
sure it is fully charged.
hydraulic oil, engine coolant, DEF/AdBlue
attached implements).
If all the gauges are functioning properly and have
normal readings, move the tractor outside.
Once outside, park the tractor and let the engine
idle for at least 5 minutes. Shut the engine off and
walk around tractor and make a visual inspection
looking for evidence of oil or water leaks.
handbrake and test
adjustment as you move forward. Adjust the brakes
as necessary.
STORAGE
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and any
the brakes for proper
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