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TRACTOR MAINTENANCE
STEPS PERFORMED EVERY 500 HOURS OF WORK
Diesel particle filter maintenance
Check the tension of V-belts
Check the whole hydrostatic steering system for play
Check the front axle pin for play
Check the play adjustment of the clutch and brake pedals
Check the function of the parking and foot brake
Check the function of the brakes for the trailer
Check the tightness and function of the pressurized air system
Check the function of the driver’s seat, lubricate the movable parts with grease
STEPS PERFORMED OUTSIDE THE INTERVAL OF 500 HOURS OF WOR
in a new tractor or tractor after a general
overhaul
hour counter reading
100
500
1000
1500
2 000
2 500
3 000
subsequently after every …hours
Check and adjust valve play o o 2000
Check the opening pressure of injectors
and the function of injection nozzles
o 3000
Replace the hydrostatic steering hoses every 3500 hours or once every 4 years
Check the toe-in of the front wheels o 2000
Calibration of travel clutches o o o o o o o 500