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60 Series 2WD/4WD, Model - 8560
Tractor Storage Precautions
Precautions to be taken for Tractor Storage
Sr.
Activity Objective
Every Every More than
No. 15 days 45 days 45 days
1 a) First start the Engine & allow it to Lubrication to internal parts of the
idle for 2 to 3 minutes. Engine.
b) Then run the tractor for 10 minutes Lubrication to Internal parts of the
from one place to another place at Transmission.
1800 to 2000 RPM.
Charging of the Battery.
Splashing of fuel from inside of the
fuel tank.
2 Operate all Electricals such as Switches, To avoid malfunctioning due to
Flasher, Lamps, Horn. oxidation of the contacts.
3 Drain the water inside the fuel tank To avoid Algae / Rust formation &
using Drain Plug. subsequent chocking of the fuel lines.
4 Raise the lift arms of Hydraulics to This raised position will fill the
their full raised position & lock the Cylinder & protect it’s walls from
hydraulic system using the isolating corrosion.
valve on right hand side of control
valve on 05,25,30 & 00 series tractors
and in 20 & 60 series just raise the
lift arms using PC lever on right hand.
5 Apply Anti-oxidant spray on the Battery To avoid oxidation of terminals.
/ Alternator / Starter motor terminals.
6 Clean Sheet Metal & Chassis with To avoid accumulation dust which
dry cloth. may result into detoriation of Paint
Quality.
7 Keep the tractor with Hand brake To avoid locking of the Brakes
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disengaged.
8 De-clutching - Place spacers between To avoid sticking of the clutch plate
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clutch pedal & foot plate to keep & subsequent damage.
clutch plate free.
9 Masking (with tape) of all the openings To avoid rusting due to moisture entry.
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(Such as Aircleaner, Fuel tank cap,
Silencer, Breathers of Engine / Brakes /
Transmission / VTU).
10 Disconnect Battery Terminals. To avoid discharge of the Battery. >
Indicates activity to be carried out at these intervals.
> To be done whenever tractor is not in use for a long period of time i.e. more than 45 days.
a) It is recommended to fill the fuel tank with diesel fuel & top up the tank to prevent any condensation
in unfilled portion of the tank resulting into rust formation & contamination.
b) If the tractor is standstill (not run) for more than 3 months then it is recommended to replace the
diesel to avoid detoriation in the performance.
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