Colder months may mean less time spent in the field, but they don’t mean that farmers or even property owners get to kick their feet up and take a nice long break.
While your John Deere equipment will still be in regular use for some chores this winter, this is also a great time to take care of routine maintenance.
Keep reading to discover five simple maintenance tips to keep your John Deere tractor in tip-top shape for next year.
1) Utilize Indoor Storage
While we understand this isn’t always possible, utilizing indoor storage options for your John Deere tractors and other machinery whenever possible will help prolong the machine’s life span. By protecting it from the elements, you’re also protecting your investment, not only in preparation for next year’s busy season, but for years to come.
2) Clean Your John Deere Tractor Regularly
This tractor maintenance tip is especially imperative if you’re using your tractor in areas that will experience lots of wet weather this winter. The speedy removal of debris from your tractor’s undercarriage can help avoid long-term wear and improve your machine’s overall performance.
3) Perform Regular Equipment Inspections
The performance of regular inspections can help you catch potential issues early on. Problems that aren’t tended to in a timely manner can cause long-term issues at any time of year, but this is especially true in the winter months. Take a few minutes each day to check for things like low tire pressure, battery functionality, holes or cracks in hoses, etc.
4) Allow Your Tractor Enough Time to Get Warm
Allowing your John Deere tractor enough time to get warm before use is more important than you may think. By allowing your tractor’s parts to reach at least 40 degrees, you’re allowing it to work more smoothly. While it’s rare that this specific tip is needed in Louisiana, it’s something to be mindful of on the occasions when we do get lower temps.
5) Avoid Prolonged Lack of Use
If you’re planning to keep your tractor parked for the winter, make a point to run it on a consistent basis even if it’s not in use. These machines are made to be operated, so things can start to go wrong when it’s been a while since they’ve been utilized.
These are just a few tractor maintenance tips to help keep your John Deere machinery protected this year. Don’t forget, the Sunshine Quality Solutions service team is always here to help with any of your John Deere tractor maintenance needs.
Last but not least, one final way to stay on top of your equipment’s winter maintenance needs is by taking advantage of our Powered by Sunshine Inspections. These packages allow you to leverage our team's expert knowledge by getting a thorough inspection on your John Deere machinery at a special price. Enjoy no payments and no interest until May 23, 2023!
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