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CHECK THE ENGINE OIL
(Fig. 1–2)
The engine is shipped with oil in the crankcase;
however, the oil level must be checked before and after
the engine is first started.
Crankcase capacity is 3.2 qts. (3 L) with filter.
1.
Position the machine on a level surface.
2.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth.
Push the dipstick down into the dipstick tube and
make sure it is seated fully. Pull the dipstick out
and check the level of oil. If the oil level is low,
add enough oil to raise the level to the FULL mark
on the dipstick.
Figure 1
1.
Dipstick
3.
If the oil level is low, remove the oil fill cap (Fig. 2)
and gradually add small quantities of oil, checking
the level frequently, until the level reaches the
FULL mark on the dipstick.
Figure 2
1.
Oil fill cap
4.
The engine uses any high-quality, 10W30 detergent
oil having the American Petroleum Institute—API
“service classification” CD.
IMPORTANT: Check the level of oil every five
operating hours or daily. Change the oil after
every 50 hours of operation.
FILL THE FUEL TANK
(Fig. 3)
The engine runs on No. 2 diesel fuel. Fuel tank
capacity is 6 gallons (22.7 L)
1.
Clean the area around the fuel tank cap.
Figure 3
1.
Fuel tank cap
2.
Remove the fuel tank cap.
3.
Fill the tank to about one inch below the top of the
tank, (bottom of the filler neck). DO NOT
OVERFILL. Then install the cap.
4.
Wipe up any fuel that may have spilled to prevent a
fire hazard.
CHECK THE COOLING SYSTEM
(Fig. 4–5)
Capacity of the cooling system is 3.4 L.
Before Operating
Because diesel fuel is flammable, use caution
when storing or handling it. Do not smoke while
filling the fuel tank. Do not fill fuel the tank
while engine is running, hot, or when the machine
is in an enclosed area. Always fill the fuel tank
outside and wipe up any spilled diesel fuel before
starting the engine. Store fuel in a clean, safety-
approved container and keep the cap in place.
Use diesel fuel for the engine only; not for any
other purpose.
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