MULTIQUIP TLG8SSK4F Operation And Parts Manual page 27

CLEANING THE RADIATOR
The engine may overheat if the radiator fins become
overloaded with dust or debris. Periodically clean the
radiator fins with compressed air. Cleaning inside the
machine is dangerous, so clean only with the engine turned
off and the negative battery terminal disconnected.
AIR CLEANER
Periodic cleaning/replacement is necessary. Inspect it in
accordance with the KUBOTA Engine Owner's Manual.
Fan Belt Tension
A slack fan belt may contribute to overheating, or to
insufficient charging of the battery. Inspect the fan belt for
damage and wear and adjust it in accordance with the
Kubota Engine Owner's Manual.
The fan belt tension is proper if the fan belt bends 10 to
15 mm (Figure 19) when depressed with the thumb as
shown below.
Figure 19. Fan Belt Tension
CAUTION
NEVER place hands near the belts or fan
while the generator is running.
BATTERY
This unit is of negative ground. DO NOT connect in reverse.
Always maintain battery fluid level between the specified
marks. Battery life will be shortened if the fluid level is
not properly maintained. Add only distilled water when
replenishment is necessary.
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INSPECTION/SETUP
DO NOT over fill. Check to see if the battery cables are loose.
Poor contact may result in poor starting or malfunction.
Always keep the terminals firmly tightened. Coat the
terminals with an approved battery terminal treatment
compound. Replace battery with only recommended type
battery.
The battery is sufficiently charged if the specific gravity
of the battery fluid is 1.28 (at 68° F). If the specific gravity
falls to 1.245 or lower, the battery needs to be recharged
or replaced.
Before charging the battery with an external electric source,
be sure to disconnect the battery cables.
Battery Cable Installation
ALWAYS be sure the battery cables (Figure 20) are
properly connected to the battery terminals as shown below.
The red cable is connected to the positive terminal of the
battery, and the black cable is connected to the negative
terminal of the battery.
CAUTION
ALWAYS disconnect the negative terminal FIRST and
reconnect negative terminal LAST.
POSITIVE
Figure 20. Battery Connections
NEGATIVE