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3. PREPARATION FOR STARTlNG
3.1 Selection and handling of the fuel oil
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Selection of fuel
OnIy use the Iight diesel, which is most suitable for the engine.
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Keep dust and water out of the fuel
When filling the fuel tank from drums, make sure that no dust or water is mixed in the fuel. Otherwise the
serious fuel injection pump and nozzle problems will result.
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Do not overfiII
Overfilling is very dangerous. Do not fill the tank beyond the top of the red plug inside the fuel oil filter.
WARNING
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Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
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Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where the fuel oil
stored.
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Do not overfill the tank, make sure the filler cap is securely closed after refueling.
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Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before
starting the engine.
3.2 Check and refiling the engine oil
WARNING
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Always check the engine oil level with the generating set on a level surface before starting and refill if
necessary.
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The engine may be damaged if operated with insufficient engine oil, it is also dangerous to refill too
much engine oil as sudden increase in engine speed may be caused by its combustion.
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