Before Starting The Engine For The First Time - Ransomes Mastiff 91 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

8. Stop and inspect the equipment for damage immediately after striking an obstruction or if the machine
begins to vibrate abnormally. Have the equipment repaired before resuming operation.
6.4

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE FOR THE FIRST TIME ___________________

1. Remove the sump filler plug (B) and with the
machine on level ground fill the sump with a
recommended engine oil up to the base of the
threads on the dipstick (maximum level) of the
filler plug.
NOTE: correct reading is obtained by replacing the filler
plug completely and removing it again. Replace dipstick/
filler plug after correct level of oil is obtained.
2. Remove cover from over gearbox and clutch
shaft by releasing screws (two screws each
side). Remove filler plug (C) and fillgearbox with
oil (See section 8.1) up to the level indicated on
the straight dipstick (supplied).
Replace plug when oil level is obtained.
3. Position the filler plug on the centre section of
the landlord between the rear engine bearer and
the main frame cross stay. Remove filler plug
(D) and fill landroll with oil up to the level
indicated on the cranked dipstick (supplied).
Replace plug when correct level is obtained.
4. Fill the petrol tank with unleaded petrol.
CAUTION
Before you clean, adjust, or repair this
equipment, always disengage all drives,
lower implements to the ground, engage
parking brake, stop engine and remove
key from ignition switch to prevent injuries.
B
C
OPERATION 6
A
D
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