Cleaning; Pre-Operation Checklist - Woods SB54.30 Operator's Manual

CLEANING

After Each Use
■ Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt,
grass, crop residue, etc. from machine.
■ Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged
parts.
■ Replace any safety decals that are missing or
not readable.
Periodically or Before Extended Storage
■ Clean large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,
crop residue, etc. from machine.
■ Remove remaining debris using a low-pressure
water spray.
1. Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn
safety decals or near edges of decals as water
spray can peel decal off surface.
2. Be careful when spraying near chipped or scratched
paint as water spray can lift paint.
3. If a pressure washer is used, follow the advice of the
pressure washer manufacturer.
■ Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged
parts.
■ Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of
missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint
of matching color (purchase from your Woods
dealer).
■ Replace any safety decals that are missing
or not readable (supplied free by your Woods
dealer). See Safety Decals section for location
drawing.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
Review and follow all safety rules and safety de-
cal instructions on page 5 through page 9.
Check that all safety decals are installed and in
good condition. Replace if damaged.
Check that all shields and guards are proper-
ly installed and in good condition. Replace if
damaged.
Check that all hardware and cotter pins are prop-
erly installed and secured.
Check that equipment is properly and securely
attached to tractor.
Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin
or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in trac-
tor PTO spline groove.
Inspect area and remove stones, branches or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
Do not allow riders.
Check the drive chain for tension. If too loose,
adjust the idler sprocket. A 1/4" sag in the bottom
span is satisfactory.
Check all lubrication points and grease as in-
structed in "Service, lubrication information".
Make sure the PTO slip joint is lubricated and
that the gearbox fluid levels are correct.
Set tractor PTO at 540 RPM only.
Check that all hydraulic hoses and fittings are in
good condition and not leaking before starting
tractor. Check that hoses are not twisted, bent
sharply, kinked, frayed or pulled tight. Replace
any damaged hoses immediately.
Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS CAB and seat
belt are in good condition. Keep seat belt secure-
ly fastened during operation.
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