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TRACTOR PRE-USE CHECKLIST

Use this tractor pre-start inspection checklist to help you keep organized and on task. This checklist provides guidelines on how to perform the inspection. Regular inspection keeps employees safe and out of danger before using the equipment.
MaintainX
07/15/2022

TRACTOR PRE-USE CHECKLIST

Use this tractor pre-start inspection checklist to help you keep organized and on task. This checklist provides guidelines on how to perform the inspection. Regular inspection keeps employees safe and out of danger before using the equipment.

    Inspector's Initials:

    Date of Inspection:

    Repair Date:

    Repairer's Initials:

    Item Inspected:

    KEY OFF PROCEDURES/VEHICLE INSPECTION

    Windshield

    Tires:

    Are they properly inflated according to the operator's manual? Check tires for cuts or breaks in the tread or sidewalls.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Three Point Hitch Assembly:

    :is any attached or mounted equipment securely fastened?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine Oil:

    Is the engine oil at the appropriate levels?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine Coolant:

    Is the engine coolant at the appropriate levels?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Are there any signs of leaks from hydraulics or transmission?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    PTO master shield is in place and in working condition.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hitch:

    are pins and bolts in proper place?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fuel Supply:

    fuel tank is full and securely fastened?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    If Operating on Road:

    is SMV sign clean and visible? Turn Signals are in working condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Handrail, steps and platform clean, clear of trash and in good condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    If Operating a Tractor with Foldable ROPS:

    are ROPS correctly positioned; if not in a low clearance situation, ROPS should be in upright position and properly fastened.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Walk around tractor and attached implement to visually check for any objects or individuals that may be present before mounting the operator's platform.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    In Operator's Seat:

    Check seat adjustment & securely fasten seatbelt.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    KEY ON PROCEDURES

    Check gauges and instruments:

    Oil and battery lights are working properly?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine Temperature gauge is in working condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hour Meter is in working condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Standard Equipment:

    Steering is in working condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Front, Tail, Brake, and Turn signal lights are in working condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Horn is working properly?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    ENGINE RUNNING PROCEDURES

    Standard Equipment:

    Windshield wiper is working properly?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Brakes are working properly?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Parking Brake is in working condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hoist Operation is in working Condition?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Are there parts that need repair?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Comments and Recommendations:

Source: MaintainX (Community Member)

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