OPERATING NEW TRACTOR How a new tractor is handled and maintained determines the life of the tractor. A new tractor just off the factory production line has been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not accustomed to each other, so care should be taken to operate the tractor for the first 50 hours at a slower speed and avoid excessive work or operation until the various parts become "broken-in". The manner in which the tractor is handled during the "breaking-in" period greatly affects the life of your tractor. Therefore, to obtain the maximum performance and the longest life of the tractor, it is very important to properly break-in your tractor.
In handling a new tractor, the following precautions should be observed. STARTING 1. Adjusting the Operator's Position. A The seat and suspension should be adjusted to ensure that the controls are comfortably at hand for the operator, ensuring that the operator maintains a good posture and minimizes risks from whole body vibration. B Operator's Seat B Do not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours. A Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly. A In winter, operate the tractor after fully warming up the engine. A Do not run the engine at speeds faster than necessary. A On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds. Do not operate the tractor at fast speed.
The above precautions are not limited only to new tractors, but to all tractors. But it should be especially observed in the case of new tractors. To avoid personal injury or death: A Make adjustments to the seat only while the tractor is stopped. A Make sure that the seat is completely secured after each adjustment. A Do not allow any person other than the operator to ride on the tractor. B Changing Lubricating Oil for New Tractors The lubricating oil is especially important in the case of a new tractor. The various parts are not "broken-in" and are not accustomed to each other; small metal grit may develop during the operation of the tractor; and this may wear out or damage the parts.
Therefore, care should be taken to change the lubricating oil a little earlier than would ordinarily be required. For further details of change interval hours. (See "MAINTENANCE" section.) (1) Travel adjust lever (2) Suspension adjust lever (3) Height adjust knob (A) "UNLOCK" (B) "TO INCREASE TENSION" (C) "TO DECREASE TENSION" (D) "HIGH" (E) "LOW" BOARDING AND LEAVING THE TRACTOR 1. Never try to get on or off a moving tractor or jump off the tractor to exit. 2. Face the tractor when getting into or out of the tractor. Do not use the controls as hand holds to prevent inadvertent machine movements. 3. Always keep steps and floor clean to avoid slippery conditions.
C Travel adjustment Unlock the travel adjust lever and slide the seat backward or forward, as required. The seat will lock in position when the lever is released. C Suspension adjustment Turn the suspension adjust lever to achieve the optimum suspension setting. 18 OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATING THE TRACTOR