May 2015
Second Edition - First Printing
Part No. 57.0009.0607
GTH 4016 R - GTH 4018 R - GTH-5021 R 61
DPF Regeneration
When the Diesel Particulate Filter indicator light,
7, switches on the operator has to start the DPF
regeneration following these instructions:
i
Select a safe outdoor parking location:
•
firm level surface
•
clear of obstruction and traffic
•
clear of flammable material
•
clear of explosive atmospheres
ii
Set the parking brake.
iii Move the transmission control lever to neutral.
iv Warm up the engine; the coolant temperature
must reach at least 75°C.
v
Keep the engine on.
vi Activate the DPF regeneration pushing on the
DPF switch: high exhaust system temperature
indicator light 9 switches on with a solid light
and the engine revs up to 1,200 rpm.
vii Keep clear of the exhaust muffler area.
viii Don’t leave the machine unattended.
ix Signpost the area.
x
Machine must remain parked outdoors for 30
minutes approximately.
xi In case of need, regeneration can be stopped
by pushing the DPF switch and then restarted.
xii Once the regeneration has been completed,
the high exhaust system temperature indicator
light 9, will switch off and the engine will run at
idle.
xiii During DPF regeneration:
•
don't handle loads
•
steer clear of explosive atmospheres
•
steer clear of flammable material
When the DPF indicator light starts fast blinking
and the Engine Critical Fault indicator light
becomes a solid red light, the operator has to
contact a qualified service technician.
Operating Instructions