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Maintenance Instructions
CHECKING/SERVICING
CHECKING/SERVICING
DANGER
To prevent accidental starting of the en-
gine when servicing or adjusting the ma-
chine, remove the key from the ignition
switch and disconnect the spark plug
wires.
Security of Air Cleaner System
NOTE:
The following inspection is
only an exter-
nal inspection
and should be done without
“dis-
turbing”
the filtration components.
On a daily basis, visually inspect the external condi
tion of the complete air cleaner system. The follow
ing items should be inspected:
1. Check the Cummins/Fleetguard OptiAir™ air
cleaner canister for damage. Make sure the
cover is in place and the cover latch is secure—
do not run the engine without the air cleaner
cover in place and secure.
2. Inspect the air intake hose (into the engine) for
cracks, nicks, cuts, etc., and check the hose
clamps for tightness.
3. Check to make sure the air filter restriction
gauge is in place and securely mounted on the
air cleaner housing.
Battery
NOTE:
For initial battery service during setup, refer
to
Battery Service
in
Assembly Instructions
.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure battery is securely mount
ed in the frame. A loose battery may cause damage
to the case resulting in acid leakage and severe
damage to the machine. A hazard may be created
by damage to critical working parts and safety sys
tems.
CAUTION
Important Battery Service, Installation, and
Charging Tips for Electronic Fuel Injection
Engines:
●
Do not allow the battery cables to touch
opposing terminals. When connecting
battery cables attach the positive (+)
cable to positive (+) battery terminal
first, followed by negative (-) cable to
negative (-) battery terminal.
●
Never start the engine when the cables
are loose or poorly connected to the
battery terminals.
●
Never disconnect battery while engine
is running.
●
Never use a quick battery charger to
start the engine.
●
Never “jump start” the engine using
another source. Electricity fluctua
-
tions can damage the ECU (Electronic
Control Unit).
●
Always disconnect negative (-) battery
cable lead before charging battery, and
also unplug harness from ECU before
performing any welding on equipment.
Electrolyte Level
The battery electrolyte level should be checked
af-
ter every 25 hours
of operation. To check electro
lyte level:
1. Remove battery cell filler caps.
2. Check the electrolyte level. If the level is below
the bottom of the vent well, fill with distilled wa
ter to the bottom of the vent wells [1/4 to 1/2 in.
(6 to 13 mm) above the plates].
3. Replace filler caps.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT
overfill the battery. Electro
lyte will overflow through the vented caps onto parts
of the machine and
WILL
result in severe corrosion.
