OPERATION
SE4 05/05 Operation Section 4-15
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
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unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent sudden or
inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even death.
(SG-14)
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.
(SG-21)
8.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Refer to the tractor operator’s manual to ensure a
complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled
service is performed according to the
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