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5. MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS
5.1PERIODIC MAINTENACE
5.1.1Check the engine oil level:
Service Interval: Daily
a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and make sure unit is on a level surface.b)
b) Check with engine cold.
c) Clean area around dipstick. Remove dipstick and wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick. Do not screw into
place. Remove the dipstick and read the oil level.
d) If the oil level is low, add oil to bring the oil level up to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Use oil as
specified in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
Do not
overfill.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate the engine with the oil level below the “LOW”( or
“ADD” )mark on the dipstick, or over the “FULL” mark.
5.1.2 Clean engine cooling system:
Service Interval: Daily or more often in dry conditions
POTENTIAL HAZARD
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Excessive debris can cause the engine and hydraulic system to overheat.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Excessive debris around the engine cooling air intake and inside of the pump
compartment can create a fire hazard.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Clean all debris from around the engine and hydraulic pumps daily.
a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove the key.
b) Clean all debris from rotating engine air intake screen and from around engine shrouding
5.1.3
Check battery charge:
Service Interval: Monthly
Allowing batteries to stand for an extended period without recharging them will result in reduced
performance and service life. To preserve optimum battery performance and life, recharge them in
storage when the open circuit voltage drops to 12 Volts.
Note: To prevent damage due to freezing, battery should be fully charged before putting away for
winter storage.
a) Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage reading of the battery in the
table(See chart 3.3.2 ) and charge the batter for the recommended time
interval to bring the charge
up to a full charge of 12.6 Volts or greater.
