Hobart Brothers 6910, Operation And Maintenance Manual With Illustrated Parts List

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SECTION 2. PREPARATION FOR USE, STORAGE, OR SHIPPING
1. Preparation for Use
A. General
Hobart Generator sets, when ordered with truck or trailer, are mounted at the Hobart factory and are
shipped in running condition and ready for operation after inspection and check.
WARNING: IMPROPER OPERATION CAN KILL, INJURE, OR CAUSE DAMAGE!
READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN SECTION 1-3 BE-
FORE OPERATING THE UNIT.
B. Inspection/Check
Inspect the unit thoroughly prior to operation.
(1) Remove blocking, banding, ties, and other securing material.
(2) Inspect exterior for shipping damage such broken lights, damaged sheet metal, etc.
(3) Open all canopy doors and inspect interior for foreign material such as rags, tools, shipping pa-
pers, etc.
(4) Check fuel, coolant, and oil hoses and connections for visible leaks. Visually inspect the compart-
ment floor and ground surface under the unit for signs of leakage. If leaks are found, correct by tight-
ening hose clamps, tube fittings, etc., as required.
(5) Check security of tractor mounted generator set retaining components (Sect. 2-1, Fig. 2).
(6) Check the following for sufficient quantity:
(a) Fuel
Turn ON panel lights to energize fuel gage when engine is stopped. (Tractor-mounted units
are supplied from the tow tractor tank.)
(b) Engine coolant
The radiator cap is accessible by opening the hinged access cover on the front canopy hous-
ing. Coolant level should be approximately one inch below the filler neck. Allow a capacity for
coolant expansion.
CAUTION: BE SURE THE COOLING SYSTEM ANTIFREEZE SOLUTION IS ADEQUATE TO PRO-
TECT BELOW LOWEST TEMPERATURE EXPECTED.
NOTE: For antifreeze protection, use a solution of 50% permanent antifreeze (Ethylene glycol) and 50%
clean water.
(c) Engine lubricating oil
Oil level should be at “FULL” mark on oil level gage rod. See the John Deere Shop Manual
for oil recommendations.
(7) Check air cleaner
The air cleaner
(Sect. 1-1, Fig. 3, item 8)
is a “dry” type. Be sure there are no papers, tapes, or
other material covering the air inlet area.
OM-2028
August 31/90 Revised 1-2
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