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Tractor Pre-Operational Maintenance Task

This pre-operation inspections should only be used as a way to stay on top of typical wear and tear that may lead to required maintenance. Without inspections and maintenance, equipment failures can have a major effect on business costs, cause unscheduled outages and most importantly, could cause major and possibly deadly safety hazards.
MaintainX
07/21/2022

Tractor Pre-Operational Maintenance Task

This pre-operation inspections should only be used as a way to stay on top of typical wear and tear that may lead to required maintenance. Without inspections and maintenance, equipment failures can have a major effect on business costs, cause unscheduled outages and most importantly, could cause major and possibly deadly safety hazards.

    Safety procedure to use when checking include:

    Crankcase oil

    Coolant

    Fuel level/DEF (Diesel Emission Fluid)

    Tire inflation pressure

    Hydraulic oil and Transmission Fluid

    Key point: Operators should check operator’s manual for location of dipsticks and or reservoirs. The locations vary on different makes and models of tractors. Use an actual operator’s manual and tractor to demonstrate these tasks.

    Check engine and cab air filters

    Clean windows, lights, reflectors, and SMV emblem

    Replace light bulbs as needed

    Lubricate grease zerks as needed

    Replace wiper blades as needed

    Replace PTO master shield

Source: MaintainX (Community Member)

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