Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when
necessary with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners, worn
or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have
cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining
this machine in good working order.
All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not
limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards, Steel Guards,
Gearbox Shields, PTO integral shields , and Retractable Door
Shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety
devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken
components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce
the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects, entanglement, or blade
contact.
(SBM-18)
7.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Refer to the tractor operator's manual to ensure a
complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled
s e r v i c e i s p e r f o r m e d a c c o r d i n g t o t h e
manufacturers recommendations. The following
are some of the items that require daily service and
inspection:
•
Tire condition/air pressure
•
Wheel lug bolts
•
Steering linkage
•
PTO shield
•
SMV sign is clean and visible
•
Tractor's lights are clean and functional
•
Tractor Seat belt is in good condition
•
Tractor ROPS is in good condition
•
ROPS is in the raised position
•
No tractor oil leaks
•
Radiator free of debris
•
Engine oil level and condition
•
Engine coolant level and condition
•
Power brake fluid level
•
Power steering fluid level
•
Fuel condition and level
•
Sufficient lubrication at all lube points
•
Air filter condition OPS-U-0030
A-BOOM 02/10
©2010 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
(SG-21)
Operation Section 3-11