GB-14
RANSOMES MASTIFF 91
SAFETY, OPERATORS, MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL
OPERATION OF THE
MACHINE
Read the Safety Instructions.
BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE
FOR THE FIRST TIME:
1.
Remove the sump filler plug (B Fig. 6) and
with the machine on level ground fill the
sump with a recommended engine oil up to
the base of the threads on the dipstick
(maximum level) ofthe filler plug. Capacity
0.9 litres (1.6 lmp pints) 0.95 US Quarts.
NOTE: correct reading is obtained by replacing the
filler plug completely and removing it again.
Replace dipstick/filler plug after correct level of oil
is obtained.
2.
Remove cover from over gearbox and clutch
shaft by releasing screws (two screws each
side). Remove filler plug (A Fig. 7) and fill
gearbox with SAE50 oil up to the level
indicated on the straight dipstick (supplied).
replace plug when oil level is obtained.
Capacity 2.4 litres (4.2 lmp pints) 2.53 US
Quarts.
3.
Position the filler plug on the centre section
of the landroll between the rear engine
bearer and the main frame cross stay.
Remove filler plug (Fig. 8) and fill landroll
with SAE50 oil up to the level indicated on
the cranked dipstick (supplied). Replace
plug when correct level isobtained.
Capacity 0.28 litres (0.5 lmp pints)
0.3
US Quarts.
4.
Fill the petrol tank with regular grade petrol.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1.
Electric Start (Fig. 9)
Apply the brake.Turn starter switch (D)
clockwise to the first position, then turn
further clockwise to the start position and
engine will start. If engine fails to start within
10 seconds, wait a further 30 seconds
before attempting to start the engine again.
NOTE: The starter switch will automatically return
to the run position from the start position when
released.
DO NOT turn switch to the off position as this will
stop the engine. The switch acts as a cut out
switch.
Fig.6
Fig.9
Fig.7
Fig.8
A
B
