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Engine Break-In Period
IMPORTANT: To avoid engine damage it is critical
to observe the engine break-in period. Extra
care during the first 500 hours of operation
will result in more satisfactory long-term
engine performance and life. DO NOT exceed
500 hours of operation with John Deere
Break-In Plus™ engine oil.
This machine is factory filled with John Deere Break-In
Plus engine oil.
1. Operate the machine at heavy or normal loads with
minimal idling during the break-in period. During the
first 20 hours, avoid prolonged periods of engine idling
or sustained maximum load operation. If engine will
idle longer than 5 minutes, stop engine.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT add make-up oil until the oil
level is BELOW the ADD mark on the dipstick.
John Deere Break-In Plus oil should be used
to make up any oil consumed during the
break-in period. See John Deere Break-In
Plus Engine Oil. (Section 3-1.)
If John Deere Break-In Plus Engine Oil is
not available, use a 10W-30 diesel engine
Break-In Plus is a trademark of Deere & Company
Operation—Operating the Machine
2. Check engine oil level more frequently during the
engine break-in period.
3. Change oil and oil filter after first 500 hours of operation
(maximum). Fill crankcase with the normal seasonal
viscosity grade oil. See Diesel Engine Oil—Interim
Tier 4 and Stage III B Engines. (Section 3-1.)
4. Watch coolant temperature gauge closely. If
coolant temperature rises above specified limits
on the gauge, reduce load on engine. Unless
temperature drops quickly, stop the engine and
determine the cause before resuming operation. See
Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting. (Section 4-3.)
5. Watch oil pressure gauge for pressure within
specification.
6. Check belt for proper alignment and seating in pulley
grooves.
2-3-2
oil meeting one of the following during the
initial 250 hours of operation:
•
API Service Category CJ-4
•
ACEA Oil Sequence E9
•
ACEA Oil Sequence E6
OUT4001,00005FE -19-11AUG15-1/1
092221
PN=103
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