Before starting the machine each day, perform the
Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
(page 30)
.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Fuel tank capacity:
57 liters (15 US gallons)
Use only clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels with
low (<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm) sulfur content.
The minimum cetane rating should be 40. Purchase
fuel in quantities that can be used within 180 days
to ensure fuel freshness.
Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at
temperatures above -7° C (20° F) and winter
grade (No. 1-D or No. 1-D/2-D blend) below that
temperature. Use of winter grade fuel at lower
temperatures provides lower flash point and cold flow
characteristics which will ease starting and reduce
fuel filter plugging.
Use of summer grade fuel above -7° C (20° F) will
contribute toward longer fuel pump life and increased
power compared to winter grade fuel.
Important:
Do not use kerosene or gasoline
instead of diesel fuel. Failure to observe this
caution will damage the engine.
Biodiesel Ready
This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel
of up to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petrodiesel). The
petrodiesel portion should be low or ultra low sulfur.
Observe the following precautions:
•
The biodiesel portion of the fuel must meet
specification ASTM D6751 or EN14214.
•
The blended fuel composition should meet ASTM
D975 or EN590.
•
Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel
blends.
•
Use B5 (biodiesel content of 5%) or lesser blends
in cold weather.
•
Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel
as they may be degraded over time.
•
Fuel filter plugging may be expected for a time
after converting to biodiesel blendsd.
•
Contact your distributor if you wish for more
information on biodiesel.
1.
Park the machine on a level surface, lower the
cutting units, shut off the engine, engage the
parking brake, and remove the key.
2.
Using a clean rag, clean area around the
fuel-tank cap.
3.
Remove the cap from the fuel tank (
).
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1.
Fuel-tank cap
4.
Fill the tank with fuel until the level is to the
bottom of the filler neck.
5.
Install the fuel-tank cap tightly after filling the
tank.
Note:
If possible, fill the fuel tank after each use.
This minimizes possible buildup of condensation
inside the fuel tank.
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not wear loose clothing or loose
jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Before you start the engine, ensure that all drives
are in neutral, the parking brake is engaged, and
you are in the operating position.
•
Do not carry passengers on the machine and
keep bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
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