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(3)The amounts indicated refer to initial refuelling, and include filling
the engine, sump and filter.
(4)Use STANDARD fuel compliant to the EN 590.
Low temperature diesel
EN590 specifications distinguish different classes of diesel fuel,
identifying the characteristics of those best suited to low temperatures.
It is entirely up to the Oil companies to comply with these regulations,
which foresee that fuels suited to the climactic and geographic
conditions of the various Countries be distributed.
FREQUENCY
The maintenance intervals indicated below take into account the
typical working factors for various types of engine use; the most
suitable interval for maintenance operations for the various
applications will be indicated by the maintenance staff, according to the
way and working conditions in which the engine is used.
WARNING
Refuelling from drums or tanks may result in pollution of the diesel
fuel, with the risk of damage to the injection system; if necessary, filter
the fuel in a suitable manner or allow sedimentation of the impurities
before refuelling.
Checks and scheduled maintenance
procedures
Frequency
Check oil level in engine
Daily
Check coolant level
Daily
Check that the heat exchangers are clean
Daily
Check exhaust pipe/s for damage
Daily
Check that the air filter is clean
Monthly
Check tightening and cleanliness of battery
clamps
Half-yearly
Check/top up electrolyte level in batteries
Half-yearly
Check condition of the blow-by filter
Half-yearly