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Servicing Water Separator
Periodically check for water in water separator by checking level of float in water
separator bowl. If water is present:
1. Shut off the fuel supply by turning the fuel shutoff valve on top of the water
separator.
2. Turn nut to release the bowl from the valve head. Dispose remaining fuel and
water.
3. Clean bowl and filter element with warm water until all foreign material is
removed. Replace fuel filter if damaged. Refer to Parts Manual for part num-
ber.
4. Place element onto valve head. Lubricate o-ring on bowl with diesel fuel and
place on valve head. Turn nut to tighten.
5. Turn on fuel supply.
Releasing Water from Separator
1. Check red float located in the water separator bowl. If red float is raised, open
valve on the bottom of the bowl to drain water.
2. Close valve quickly after float reaches the bottom of the bowl.
Spark Arrestor Muffler
Important: The loader is factory-equipped with a spark arrestor type muffler.
Muffler maintenance is required to keep it in working condition. Refer to local
laws and regulations for spark arrestor requirements.
1. Stop the engine, open the rear door and engine cover.
2. Remove the plug from the bottom of the muffler.
3. Block the outlet of the muffler with a non-combustible material.
4. Start the engine and run it for 10-15 seconds.
5. Stop the engine and remove the blockage.
6. Put anti-seize coating on the plug.
7. Reinstall and tighten the plug.
Alternator/Fan Belt
Refer to the separate engine manual for setting proper belt tension. If the belt is
worn, cracked or otherwise deteriorated, replace the belt by following the proce-
dure in the separate engine manual.