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fuel level or to check for leaks in the fuel system. If
there is a leak in the fuel system, extra care must be
used during the repair. Do not operate the lift truck
until a leak is repaired.
Check the fuel system for leaks and the condition of the
parts. When fuel is added to the lift truck, see the sec-
tion, How To Add Fuel To The Lift Truck procedures
in the OPERATING MANUAL.
Primary Fuel Filter (See FIGURE 10.)
Drain the water from the primary fuel filter.
1. Open the valve on the bottom of the filter canister.
Drain some fuel (and any water) into a cup until clean
fuel flows from the filter.
2. Close the valve.
Battery (See FIGURE 9.)
WARNING
The acid in the electrolyte can cause injury. If the
electrolyte is spilled, use water to flush the area. Use
a solution of sodium bicarbonate (soda) to make the
acid neutral. Acid in the eyes must be flushed with
water immediately. Wear eye protection.
Batteries generate explosive fumes. Keep the vents in
the caps clean. Keep sparks or open flame away from
the battery area. Do not make sparks from the bat-
tery connections. Disconnect the battery ground
cable when doing maintenance.
CAUTION
Disposal of batteries must meet local environmental
regulations.
Keep the battery and cable terminals clean. Check the
electrolyte level (unless a maintenance–free battery).
Keep the electrolyte level above the separators and
plates. Use distilled water. Do not fill the battery more
than to the bottom of the internal filler neck.
If the battery becomes discharged and requires a booster
battery to start the engine, follow these procedures care-
fully when connecting the jumper cables:
a. Always connect the positive jumper cable to the
positive terminal of the discharged battery and
the negative jumper cable to the negative termi-
nal.
b. Always connect the jumper cable that is the
ground cable last.
c. Always connect the jumper cables to the dis-
charged battery before connecting them to the
booster battery.
Pre–Cleaner for Air Filter (See FIGURE 11.)
Clean the pre–cleaner for the air filter as necessary. Re-
move the cover for the pre–cleaner, then remove the dirt
from the bowl. Install the bowl and cover.
1. COVER
2. BOWL
FIGURE 11. PRE–CLEANER FOR THE AIR
FILTER
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Air Filter (See FIGURE 24.)
Clean or replace the air filter as necessary. Use com-
pressed air to clean the filter element. Air pressure must
be less than 210 kPa (30 psi). Apply the air from the in-
side to the outside of the element.
To inspect the element, put a bright light inside and look
for holes or other damage. If the element is damaged, re-
place it with a new element. Clean the inside of the can-
ister when changing filters.
HOW TO MAKE THE CHECKS WITH THE
ENGINE RUNNING
WARNING
FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELT! The seat belt is in-
stalled to help the operator stay on the truck if the lift
truck tips over. IT CAN ONLY HELP IF IT IS FAS-
TENED.
Make sure that the area around the lift truck is clear be-
fore starting the engine or making any operational
