Haulotte HT23RTJ O, Maintenance Book

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208 4001055250 E 10.21 USA / GB
Chassis and turret
KUBOTA diesel engine
MS0029
3 - Operating the engine
3.1 - S
TARTING THE ENGINE
(
NORMAL
)
3.2 - C
HECKS DURING OPERATION
3.2.1 - Oil pressure lamp
The lamp lights up to warn the operator that the engine oil pressure has dropped below the prescribed level.
If this should happen during operation or should not go off even after the engine is accelerated more than
1000rpm, immediately stop the engine and check the following :
1. Engine oil level
2. Lubricant system.
3.2.2 - Fuel
Be careful not to empty the fuel tank. Otherwise air may enter the fuel system, requiring fuel system bleeding.
To avoid personal injury :
• Do not allow children to approach the machine while the engine is running.
• Be sure to install the machine on which the engine is installed, on a flat place.
• Do not run the engine on gradients.
• Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gas can cause air pollution and exhaust gas
poisoning.
• Keep your hands away from rotating parts (such as fan, pulley, belt, flywheel etc.) during operation.
• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Do not wear loose, torn or bulky clothing around the machine. It may catch on moving parts or controls,
leading to the risk of accidents. Use additional safety items, e.g. hard hat, safety boots or shoes, eye
and hearing protection, gloves, etc., as appropiate or required.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating engine.
• Check to see if it is safe around the engine before starting.
• Reinstall safeguards and shields securely and clear all maintenance tools when starting the engine after
maintenence.
• Do not use ether or any starting fluid for starting the engine, or a sever damage will occur.
• When starting the engine after a long storage (of more than 3 months), first set the stop lever to the
"STOP" position and then activate the starter for about 10 seconds to allow oil to reach every engine
part.
To avoid personal injury :
• Fluid escaping from pinholes may be invisible. Do not use hands to search for suspected leaks ; use a
piece of cardboard or wood, instead. If injured by escaping fluid, see a medical doctor at once. This
fluid can produce gangrene or a severe allergic reaction.
• Check any leacks from fuel pipes or fuel injection pipes. Use eye protection when checking for leaks.