4 Commissioning and Operation
Hydrostatic Implement Carrier
agria 5900 Bison
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Diesel engine
Please note that the engine's service life and operational reliability are heavily de-
pendent on the running-in time. Always allow a cold engine to warm up for a few
minutes first of all and do not run up to full power immediately.
During the first
20
hours of operation (running-in period) do not use the engine at
full power.
Attention:
The engine is not filled up with
engine oil for transport reasons!
Fill the engine with engine oil before first
commissioning, but do not go beyond the
maximum level!
Engine operating instructions
Prior to startup, check the
gearbox oil
level
. See page 63.
This engine can be operated with commercial
diesel fuel
. See engine operating instructions.
Do nut use diesel oil substitutes. They can dam-
age the fuel system. The fuel must be free of
water and dirt.
Use only approved fuel containers from special-
ized dealers. Do not use rusted metal cans or
plastic containers which are not fuel-resistant.
Winter operation:
To ensure the operational reliability of the diesel
engine during the cold season, ensure that you
use "winter fuel" that is sold at the petrol stations
during this time of year.
Always remember good filter care and
clean fuel. Use only brand-name diesel, and
use winter diesel in time
Be careful when you handle fuel.
