Tractor Storage Precautions Precautions to be taken for Tractor Storage Sr. No.
Activity
Objective
Every 15 days
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a) First start the engine & allow it to idle for 2 to 3 minutes.
Lubrication to internal parts of the Engine.
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b) Then run the tractor for 10 minutes from once place to another place at 1800 to 2000 rpm.
Lubrication to internal parts of the Transmission.
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Charging of the battery.
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Splashing of fuel from inside of the fuel tank.
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Every 45 days
More than 45 days
2
Operate all electricals such as switches, flasher, lamps, horn.
To avoid malfunctioning due to oxidation of the contacts.
3
Drain the water inside the fuel tank using drain plug.
To avoid algae / rust formation & subsequent chocking of the fuel lines.
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4
Raise the lift arms of hydraulics to their full raised position & lock the hydraulic system using the isolating valve on right hand side of control valve.
This raised position will fill the cylinder & protect it’s walls from corrosion.
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5
Apply anti-oxidant spray on the battery / alternator / starter motor terminals.
To avoid oxidation of terminals.
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6
Clean sheet metal & chassis with dry cloth.
To avoid accumulation dust which may result into detoriation of paint quality.
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7
Keep the tractor with hand brake disengaged.
To avoid locking of the brakes
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8
De-clutching - Place spacers between clutch pedal & foot plate to keep clutch plate free.
To avoid sticking of the clutch plate & subsequent damage.
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9
Masking (with tape) of all the openings (Such as aircleaner, fuel tank cap, silencer, breathers of engine / brakes / transmission / hydraulic unit).
To avoid rusting due to moisture entry.
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10
Disconnect battery terminals.
To avoid discharge of the battery.
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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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