1 PERIODICAL INSPECTION 1 PERIODICAL INSPECTION
EF494T TM 06/2011 edition
IMPORTANT
Be sure the tractor is level when checking electrolyte
level.
When connecting the battery cables, wipe oil away
from the terminal contacts. After connecting cables,
apply grease to the terminals.
Be sure to attach the rubber boots for the positive
terminal of the battery.
When replacing the battery, be sure to use a genuine
or equivalent battery specified in the right table.
For environmental protection and recycle of
resources, return the old battery fallowing the
regulation of your place.
1.11 CHECKING HOSE AND PIPE
CAUTION
Aged or damaged hose or pipe causes leak. Leak may
cause fire if it is fuel. If damaged, replace it with new one.
Check the power steering pipes, fuel pipes and radiator
hoses for leak or loose couplings. Replace them every 2
years.
(A) Radiator hose
(B) Fuel pipe
(C) Power steering pipes
NOTE:
Bleed the air when a fuel pipe is replaced.
1.12 CHECKING ELECTRICAL WIRING
WARNING
Check before starting day's work that the cables are
not short circuit to other parts or insulator is not
damaged, or contacts are not loosened.
Remove straws and dust from the cables and joints
before starting works. Otherwise, a short circuit can
cause a fire.
Remove the engine side covers and check the electrical
wires for damaged sheaths or loose connections. Repair
them or consult your service representative.
Check them every 50 hours and replace them every year
whether damaged or not damaged.