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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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Good maintenance is your responsibility.
Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
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Read the instructions before you begin,
and make sure you have the tools and
skills required. Do not smoke or have
sources of ignition nearby while performing
maintenance.
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Follow good shop practices.
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Keep service area clean and dry.
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Be sure electrical outlets and tools are
properly grounded.
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Use adequate light for the job at hand.
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Make sure there is plenty of ventilation.
Never operate the engine in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause
asphyxiation.
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Before working on this machine, shut off the
engine, disconnect all loads, and turn fuel
valve off.
6 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
6.1 SERVICE
6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
1.
Engine Oil:
See engine owners manual for full detail on oil
type specific to operating conditions and capacity.
2. Engine Fuel:
See engine owners manual for full detail on fuel
types and limitations.
Fuel Tank Capacity is 46 L (12.2 US gal)
3. Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency
only if clean lubricants are used. Use clean
containers to handle all lubricants. Store them
in an area protected from dust, moisture and
other contaminants.
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Never work under equipment unless it is
blocked securely.
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A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should
be kept readily accessible while performing
maintenance on this equipment.
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Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and
screws and check that all electrical and fuel
connections are properly secured to ensure
unit is in a safe condition.
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When completing a maintenance or service
function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in
service.
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Caution: Burns from hot parts. Let the
engine, alternator and exhaust system cool
before touching.
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Use only a non-flammable solvent, not
gasoline, to clean parts.
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly filled with the
recommended amount and type of oil.
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