Textron Ransomes CT445, Operator Instructions Manual

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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
FUEL AND LUBRICANTS
DIESEL FUEL
Type of fuel to use
When operating in temperatures above 2O°F
(-6.7°C), use diesel fuel oil No. 2-D with a minimum
cetane rating of 40. When operating in temperatures
below 2O°F (-6. 7°C) ,use diesel fuel oil No. 1-D
with a minimum cetane rating of 40. Low ambient
temperatures as well as engine operation at high
altitudes may require use of fuels with higher cetane
ratings.
Fuel represents a major portion of your tractor
operating costs therefore, it is important to use it
efficiently. Do not let low price tempt you to use
inferior diesel fuel. The initial savings is a false
economy when you consider the damage poor fuel
can do to your tractor fuel system.
FUEL USAGE SAFETY
Fuel is becoming very expensive and scarce. As a
result, many of our customers are trying new fuels
or blends to reduce costs and conserve energy.
Today’s new fuels or blends are frequently more
volatile and there is a need to handle them carefully.
Furthermore, some of the blends are dangerous and
should not be used at all.
The following new or blended fuels are becoming
available or are sometimes recommended by
certain sources. Our recommendations are as
follows
Diesel
Under no circumstances should gasoline, alcohol or
gasohol be added to diesel fuel. These
combinations can create an increased fire hazard
and under certain circumstances an explosive
hazard. They are more dangerous (explosive) than
pure gasoline in a closed container such as fuel
tank. Do Not Use These Blends.
In addition, let’s review the old recommendations.
These are even more important today
• Never remove the Fuel Cap or refuel the
tractor when the engine is running or is hot.
• Don’t smoke while refuelling or while
anywhere near fuel.
• When filling the tank, maintain control of the
nozzle.
• Don’t fill the fuel tank to capacity. allow room
for expansion.
Figure 39 Dirt vs. Injectors