ORTECO IIa Series, Use And Maintenance Manual

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English language Use and maintenance
INFORMATION FOR USE
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Refuelling
Danger - Warning
Do not fill the fuel tank completely when the machine is exposed to the sun as the
fuel may spill out and catch fire.
Caution - Care
The fuel must comply with the specifications provided by the manufacturer of the
engine (see the engine manufacturer’s user manual).
For the good working order of the engine, the fuel must be free from suspended impurities;
therefore it must decant for a suitable amount of time.
It is advisable to refuel before the tank is completely empty to stop the injection pump from
sucking in air. If this should happen refuel the tank and with the engine off and cold bleed the
fuel circuit (see the engine manufacturer’s use and maintenance manual).
The supply gun must always be in contact with the tank opening until refuelling is complete
to avoid the risk of electrostatic sparks between the supply gun and the tank opening which
could lead to the fuel catching fire or the tank exploding.
Long out-of-use periods
When the machine is not going to be used for long periods of time proceed as follows.
1) Wash the machine completely.
2) Grease the machine (see “Lubrication diagram”).
3) Fix any oil leaks (hydraulic and engine circuits).
4) Repair damaged or worn mechanical parts (tracks, etc.).
5) Protect the unpainted parts with antioxidant products.
6) Empty the fuel tank completely.
7) Turn the battery cut-off switch to open the circuit and remove the battery.
8) Park the machine in a sheltered place, where it can only be accessed by authorised per-
sonnel.
- If the engine is not going to be used for a long period of time see the engine manu-
facturer’s manual.
Re-commissioning
Before starting up the machine after a long period out-of-use proceed as follows.
1) Check the pressure of the accumulator of the percussion hammer.
2) Check the condition of the battery.
3) Refit the battery and turn the cut-off switch to close the circuit.
4) Remove the antioxidant from the unpainted parts.
5) Check that the main fixing nuts and bolts are tight.
6) Check all oil levels.
7) Fill the fuel tank.
8) Start the engine at minimum for the time necessary to heat the engine.
9) Check the efficiency of the safety devices.
- To start up the engine again see the engine manufacturer’s manual.