SECTION 8 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
8-32
NOTE: Check for moisture. If excessive
moisture is in the tank(s), there may
be a system malfunction. Contact
your local John Deere dealer if
assistance is needed.
Tire Pressure
•
Check tire pressure weekly.
•
Never inflate a tire more than the maxi-
mum air pressure (as stated on the tire
sidewall or in the tire specifications table
provided in the
Introduction Section
of
this manual).
•
Use an airline with a locking air chuck
and stand behind tire tread while filling.
NOTE: Tire pressure will depend on type of
tire used and amount of load.
Spray Booms
Nozzle Diaphragms
At the beginning of each season, remove
each nozzle body cap (A) and inspect the
diaphragm (B) for wear or fit. Replace
diaphragms every 1,000 hours of operation,
or as necessary.
Tank Drain Valve (Main)
(Located beneath platform
on left-hand side of machine)
* Pull DOWN to open
-Typical View
Tank Drain Valve (Air Purge) -
if equipped
(Located beneath platform near
center right-hand side of machine)
* Pull DOWN to open
-Typical View
CAUTION
When inflating a tire, use an extension
with an in-line air gauge and attach air
chuck. This will allow the operator to
stand clear of tire sidewall explosion
trajectory.
Valve Stem (4)
(Located on the inside of each wheel)
-Typical View
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