Fire, tractor

[FRISKY]

Wow, that was a near miss for what could have been a terrible disaster.

I apparently live close to you, but didn't have any fire damage on my property.

I also bought a Yanmar tractor (probably from the same dealer as you) a few months ago.

 

[RayIN]

You pay premiums for insurance, why not use it? Submit a claim for fire damage, and consequential damage to anything else that looks like it was hot. Then let the adjusters sort it all out.

 

[MJZ]

Thanks all. Appreciate the encouragement. We are safe and grateful.

 

[MJZ]

You pay premiums for insurance, why not use it? Submit a claim for fire damage, and consequential damage to anything else that looks like it was hot. Then let the adjusters sort it all out.

Agree. I submitted a claim Saturday. I will let you know.

 

[MJZ]

Like the others, I’m glad it wasn’t worse. You shouldn’t have to pay your insurance company to look at your tractor. You might want to get the dealer to go over it but I’d think due to the fire your insurance would pay for it. Stay safe!

Yeah. That's the least I expect. Ive already called the dealer. Now just waiting on adjuster. This may be my chance to upgrade

 

[MJZ]

About as close as it get.

 

[MJZ]

Wow, that was a near miss for what could have been a terrible disaster.

I apparently live close to you, but didn't have any fire damage on my property.

I also bought a Yanmar tractor (probably from the same dealer as you) a few months ago.

We are up in Logan county. I bought mine at the Yukin store. I'm thinking bout getting a second one, smaller for mowing and landscape stuff. I really like mine so far. 50 hours in. Glad you are safe

 

[Sportsman762]

I am glad to hear that you, your house, and family are safe! The thought of a fire like that terrifies me. I am sorry to hear about the damage you had and hope the insurance company is reasonable and hassle free. With that being said take pictures of everything! If it comes to a fight, then photos will help. That fire came so close, truly scary.

It's covered in Black soot from plastic and vinyl burning. I did start the tractor but it sounds different. It's a new yanmar ym342 with 48 hours.

How much physical damage is there to the tractor? Can you post pictures of it? I would disconnect the battery for now, if there is a short due to burnt wiring you don't want it starting another fire. I would check the air cleaner and make sure that it is clean and the filter housing has no obstructions. I would then check the hose running from the cleaner to the engine for any holes, don't want to suck any of the ash that you have floating around. Once you post some pictures of the tractor we might have some more advice.

I cannot imagine the stress your dealing with given the situation your in.

 

[MJZ]

I am glad to hear that you, your house, and family are safe! The thought of a fire like that terrifies me. I am sorry to hear about the damage you had and hope the insurance company is reasonable and hassle free. With that being said take pictures of everything! If it comes to a fight, then photos will help. That fire came so close, truly scary.

How much physical damage is there to the tractor? Can you post pictures of it? I would disconnect the battery for now, if there is a short due to burnt wiring you don't want it starting another fire. I would check the air cleaner and make sure that it is clean and the filter housing has no obstructions. I would then check the hose running from the cleaner to the engine for any holes, don't want to suck any of the ash that you have floating around. Once you post some pictures of the tractor we might have some more advice.

I cannot imagine the stress your dealing with given the situation your in.

Thank you. Good points. Will do. Not much visuble damage. Just covered in bl k soot. More like sitting in an oven rather than direct flame.

 

[Sportsman762]

It is probably fine, however I would disconnect the battery for now. I have had four vehicles catch fire on me, three were electrical fires so I am paranoid. I would clean it off then look over it with a fine tooth comb before running it much, unless you have to. A dealer might be able to look it over for a reasonable price.