Nortrac 35XT Owner's Manual page 60

4.1.6 Technical Maintenance for Every 1600 Hours
1. Perform all technical maintenance required for every 800 work hours.
2. Check engine to manufacturer's specifications.
3. Change the lube oil in the central drive and the final drive of the front drive axle.
4. Check for bearing noise in the clutch and front end.
5. Check whether the clearance and contact points of the central transmission gears are normal. Check the
clearance and pre-loading condition of bearings, and adjust if necessary.
6. After completing the maintenance, assemble the whole machine and carry out a short-term trial run.
Check and adjust each mechanism as necessary.
4.1.7 Special Maintenance in Winter
When the temperature is below freezing, along with the "Technical Maintenance per Shift", the following
provisions should be strictly observed:
1. Select winter grade fuel and lubricating oil.
2. Check the strength of the coolant with a hydrometer. If necessary add anti-freeze to the cooling system as
required to protect against coolant freezing.
3. At the start of every shift start the engine in accordance with winter starting procedures.
4. In order to protect the tractor and ensure that the engine is easy to start, it is recommended that the tractor
be parked in an insulated machine shed or garage during cold periods.
4.1.8 Tractor Maintenance During Long-term Storage Periods
1. If the tractor is going to be kept in storage less than 1 month, and the time since the last oil change does
not exceed 100 hours of running time, special technical maintenance is not required. If the tractor is
going to be kept in storage longer than 1 month, special technical maintenance should be performed
according to Section 5 – Storage as specified in this manual..
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