Captain 273 4WD, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATOR MANUAL
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5.14 Indicator lights
Your tractor is equipped with indicator lights that the conditions of your machine. Some of these indicate
faults, so act promptly if they come on during turning or based conditions.
5.15 Fuel tank filling
CAUTION:
Comply with the following instructions when working with the diesel fuel:
1.
Do not smoke while filling the fuel tank because diesel is explosive liquid and catch fire easily.
2.
Never use such mixtures. Moreover, mixtures of diesel fuel and alcohol are not approved since the
resulting lubrication of the fuel injection system is insufficient.
3.
Clean around the plug where the fuel is poured and keep it clean.
4.
Fill the tank at the end of the day to prevent the formation of overnight condensation.
5.
Never remove the plug or fuel the tractor while the engine is running. Keep control of the pump
nozzle whilst the tank is being filled.
6.
The tank must not be completely filled. Allow space for an increase in volume. If the original tank
plug is lost, it must be replaced with an original spare which must be fully tightened.
7.
Dry up any fuel spill immediately.
5.16 Fuel requisites
It is important to use good quality fuel if the engine is to be long-lasting and give a good
performance. The fuels must be clean, well refined and non-corrosive for the fuel system
components. Make sure that you use fuel of a known quality and reliable origin
5.17 Fuelling
Before you fuel the tractor, clean the zone around the fill plug to prevent foreign bodies from
entering the tank. After fuelling, screw on the plug and tighten it well.