Case CX490D, Operator'S Manual

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6 - MAINTENANCE
Alternator drive belt
Visually check the alternator drive belt every 10 h or every day
1. Refer to page 6-33 .
NOTICE: Operating the engine with loosened belt may
cause insufficient charging of the battery due to slipping
belt in its housing.
Fuel tank
WARNING
Fire hazard!
When handling diesel fuel, observe the following precautions:
1. Do not smoke.
2. Never fill the tank when the engine is running.
3. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
W0099A
Drain water and sediment from the fuel tank every 10 h or every day
NOTICE: The fuel tank must be drained taking precautions so that any foreing material may get inside. Failing to
comply will lead to severe damages to the fuel supply system and to the fuel injection system.
To drain water and sediment from the fuel tank proceed
as follows:
1. Park the machine on a hard and level ground. Orient
the upper structure frame so that there is enough free
space under the fuel tank to place a barrel of suitable
capacity.
2. Stop the engine and remove the starter key.
3. Open the lower panel (1) below the fuel tank to access
the drain valve.
4. Place a container of a suitable capacity under the drain
valve.
5. Open the valve and drain the accumulated sediment
and water.
NOTICE: the drained materials shall be disposed accord-
ing to the local Regulations for special wastes.
6. Close the drain valve, and lock the lower panel below
the fuel tank.
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