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Practical knowledge for owners of mini tractors and compact machines. From buying advice and maintenance to troubleshooting and seasonal tips — everything you need to keep your tractor running reliably for years to come.
06/07/2026
Controls and starting procedure for the Yanmar GK13–GK18: levers, dashboard, thermostart, and the official warm-up times in cold weather.
05/07/2026
Hydraulics and PTO of the Yanmar GK13–GK18: 550 kg lift capacity, PTO speeds, UFO automatic, and which implements suit 13–18.5 hp.
05/07/2026
Solving faults on the Yanmar GK13–GK18: starting, overheating, power loss, lift problems and electrical faults — with causes and solutions.
05/07/2026
Get your Yanmar GK13–GK18 winter-ready: seasonal maintenance, storage tips, battery care and the spring check according to the factory manual.
05/07/2026
Buying advice for the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230): which model for which job, the two engine blocks, the Q/U/X/J versions and what to watch out for with a used EG.
05/07/2026
All technical specifications of the Yanmar EG series (EG220, EG222, EG224, EG227, EG230) from the original factory manual: engines, dimensions, transmission, PTO and lifting.
05/07/2026
The complete maintenance schedule and adjustment values for the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230), straight from the factory manual: intervals, play, and fuses.
05/07/2026
Which engine oil, transmission oil, front axle oil and coolant go into the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) — with all capacities per model from the manual.
05/07/2026
All filters of the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) at a glance: engine oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, water separator, line filter and HST filter — with OEM numbers and intervals.
05/07/2026
Here's how to correctly start, preheat and drive the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) — including preheating times per temperature and the meaning of the dashboard indicator lights.
