Yanmar 2TNV70, Operation Manual

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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TNV Operation Manual
6. Be sure to prime the diesel fuel system when
you are done. See Priming The Fuel
System on page 36.
7. Check for fuel leaks.
Check Battery
CAUTION
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If no water drips when the fuel
filter / water separator drain cock
is opened, loosen the air vent
screw on the top of the fuel filter / water
separator by using a screwdriver to turn
it counterclockwise 2-3 turns.
This may occur if the fuel filter / water
separator is positioned higher than the
fuel level in the fuel tank. After draining
the fuel filter / water separator, be sure
to tighten the air vent screw.
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DANGER
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EXPLOSION HAZARD!
• NEVER check the remaining battery
charge by shorting out the terminals.
This will result in a spark and may
cause an explosion or fire. Use a
hydrometer to check the remaining
battery charge.
• If the electrolyte is frozen, slowly warm
the battery before you recharge it.
• Failure to comply will result in death or
serious injury.
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WARNING
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BURN HAZARD!
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid. NEVER
allow battery fluid to come in contact
with clothing, skin or eyes. Severe
burns could result. ALWAYS wear
safety goggles and protective clothing
when servicing the battery. If contact
with the skin and / or eyes should
occur, flush with a large amount of
water and obtain prompt medical
treatment.
• Failure to comply could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
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Be responsible to the environment.
Follow these procedures for hazardous
waste disposal. Failure to follow these
procedures may seriously harm the
environment.
• Follow the guidelines of the EPA or
other governmental agency for the
proper disposal of hazardous
materials such as engine oil, diesel
fuel and engine coolant. Consult the
local authorities or reclamation facility.
• NEVER dispose of hazardous
materials irresponsibly by dumping
them into a sewer, on the ground or
into ground water or waterways.