probst POWERPLAN PP, Operating Instructions Manual, Page: 28 / 230

Operating Instructions
PP Operating the machine
27 / 73
V4 GB
5 Operating the machine
Risk of personal injury and damage to property
Failure to observe the instructions in the introductory sections of these instructions can lead to
injury and damage.
•
The information provided in the “Safety” and “General information” sections in particular
must be observed.
•
Always observe the safety regulations and perform the required maintenance measures before starting the machine.
•
When starting the machine for the first time, the machine’s fuel level must be checked before starting it, as the tank
may be empty on delivery (< 1 litre). See “Checking the fuel level”.
•
The machine must be warmed up as follows every day before starting it:
•
If outside temperatures are above +10 °C, the engine must be left to run for 5 minutes to warm up
•
If outside temperatures are below +10 °C, the engine must be left to run for 10 minutes to warm up
The ensure the machine’s safe and smooth operation, the following insp ections must be performed every day:
•
Check the fuel level. See “Checking the fuel level”.
•
Check the engine oil level. See “Checking the engine oil level”.
•
Check the hydraulic fluid level. See “Checking the hydraulic fluid level”.
•
Check the coolant level. S ee the “Checking the coolant level” section.
•
Check the air filter. See “Cleaning the air filter”.
•
Check the accelerator. See “Checking the accelerator”.
Risk of damage to property
Low fluid levels (coolant, engine oil and hydraulic fluid) can cause engine damage and damage to
other machine components.
•
Check all of the operating fluids (coolant, engine oil and hydraulic fluid) and top up if required
before starting the machine for the first time and thereafter every time before starting it.
Risk of environmental damage
Diesel or engine oil that find their way into the ground or sewer system can cause environmental
damage.
•
Do not spill any fluids when topping the machine up.