Ransomes Commander 3520, Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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6 CONTROLS
6.18A GAUGES _______________________________________________________
Analogue Display
J. Hour meter this gauge registers the total number
of hours the engine has run.
K. Fuel level indicator Situated to the left of the
combination gauge. The fuel level indicator
shows the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
L. Water temperature indicator Situated to the right of the combination gauge. The water temperature gauge
indicates the engine coolant temperature. If the temperature rises excessively, check the coolant level in
the radiator expansion bottle and radiator. Also check that the radiator mesh screen is clear of debris.
M. Starter switch situated to the left of the gauges. The starter key should be turned clockwise to the preheat’
(No.2) position to heat the glow plugs, when the red warning lamp goes out on the combination gauge turn
the starter key clockwise to the ‘start’ (No.3) position to start the engine. After starting the key should be
released and allowed to return automatically to the ‘on’ (No.1) position for normal running.