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10. Appendicies
10.1 Tractor Fuel, Oils and Solutions (Table 10-1)
Table 10-1 Tractor Fuel, Oils and Solutions
Application
Locations
of Oils and
Solutions
Fuel, Oils and Solutions
Fuel Tank
International
standard
Adopt ASTM D-975 fuel. Under general air temperatures, use 2-D grade fuel;
when ambient temperatures are below 32 F, use 1-D grade fuel
Engine
Oil Sump
International
standard
Engine sump, injection pump, and governor use viscosity grades compliant
with SAE viscosity classifications. Use all-season SAE 15W/40 multi-grade
oil. Quality class should comply with API CD grade standard
Water radiator
Use a 50/50 blend of antifreeze and water
Gearbox-rear
axle, hydraulic
lifter, and front
drive axle
International
standard
Drive system and lifter, hydraulic steering, and central and final drives of
front drive axle can use MF1135 (Massey Ferguson), M2C 86A (Ford), or
J20A (John Deer) general-purpose oil
Steering fluid
International
standard
Same as above
Oil Fittings/
grease zerks
International
standard
Use a multipurpose grease
Battery
Maintenance free
IMPORTANT ISSUES
:
Mixing oils of different brands and manufacturers can affect the service performance of the machine. Use
of mixed oils for engine or drive lubrication or the hydraulic system is not recommended.
WARNINGS
:
1. To avoid danger, do not refill the fuel tank while operating the diesel engine.
2. If the tractor is working under a blazing sun, the fuel tank should not be completely filled, as this will cause an
overflow due to fuel expansion. If fuel overflows, it should be wiped up immediately.
IMPORTANT ISSUES
:
The cooling system should use a 50/50 water/antifreeze mix in all seasons
.