Shibaura CM314, Operator'S Manual

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PROOF - METER
The Proof-Meter is located on the left side of the
instrument panel.
Proof-Meter indicates hours of operation, and
the figures after the decimal point express 0.1
hour.
Use the Proof-Meter as a guide to determine
hourly service and maintenance intervals.
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
When the needle is in the middle area, the
engine is at its normal operating temperature.
The needle at the“H”end indicates an
overheated engine.
WARNING: THE COOLING SYSTEM
OPERATES UNDER PRESSURE WHICH IS
CONTROLLED BY THE RADIATOR CAP. IT IS
DANGEROUS TO REMOVE THE CAP WHILE
THE SYSTEM IS HOT.
ALWAYS COVER THE CAP WITH A THICK
CLOTH AND TURN THE CAP SLOWLY
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE TO THE FIRST
STOP. ALLOW ALL PRESSURE TO ESCAPE
BEFORE REMOVING THE CAP
COMPLETELY.
FUEL GAUGE
The needle indicates the amount of fuel in the
tank.
WARNING LIGHTS
When the key start switch is turned“ON”the oil
pressure and charge lights come on. After the
engine has been started, the lights should go
out within a few seconds. If they do not go out:
Glow plug indicator warning light: This
light comes on when turning the key switch
to the “HEAT”position or”START”position.
This light will stay on for approximately 5
seconds in the “HEAT”Position.
Engine oil pressure warning light: Stop
the engine immediately and investigate the
cause. It is important to remember that this
light indicates oil pressure only. The
operator must regularly check the
crankcase for proper oil level.
Charge indicator warning light:
This is an
indication that charging system is not
operating normally. Investigate the cause as
soon as possible, otherwise the battery will
become fully discharged.
Air Cleaner Restriction Warning Light:
When the air cleaner element is clogged by
foreign substance such as Dust and clear
air is restricted to the engine, this light will
illuminate.
Parking brake light: Is illuminated when
the parking brake is applied.
OPERATION
A B C
D E F G H
INSTRUMENT PANEL
A
Engine Proof Meter
B
Temperature Gauge
C
Fuel Gauge
D
Glow Plug Warning Light
E
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
F
Battery Charge Warning Light
G
Air Cleaner Restriction Warning Light
H
Parking Brake Warning Light