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Do not work the tractor on full load until the engine is thoroughly broken in.
Dirty oil and greases are accountable for 85% of premature wear and consequent short tractor life.
Dirty oil becomes a modified form of grinding compound.
Clean the air cleaner daily - oftener of tractor is operating in exceptionally dusty conditions.
Check the air cleaner to carburetor connections frequently.
Renew the cartridge in the oil filter at specified intervals - more often if necessary - to keep the oil clean.
Change engine oil and transmission oil as specified. Use good quality lubricants.
Keep oil container or measures clean.
Keep inside and outside of tractor clean.
If engine temperatures run too high, clean out air passages through radiator core. Check entire cooling system. Check fan belt tension.
Check storage battery weekly. Add distilled water if necessary.
Check the air pressure in the tires frequently and keep caps on valve stems.
Do not work the tractor or run the engine at full throttle until engine is thoroughly warmed up.
Do not stop the engine immediately after working under full load. Let it idle a few minutes and then stop.
Engage the clutch carefully to avoid jumping the tractor.
Clean the fuel sediment bowl frequently and also the fuel line periodically.
It is advisable to have a complete tune-up, including the carburetor, distributor and generator performed once each season or oftener if necessary.

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