After The Fuel Runs Out - Takeuchi TL220 Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Battery Goes Dead
Disconnecting the jumper cables
After the engine starts, disconnect the jumper
cables following the connection procedure
in reverse order.
1. Disconnect the clip of jumper cable
(B) from the problem machine's engine
block.
2. Disconnect the other clip of jumper cable
(B) from the rescue vehicle's negative (-)
terminal.
3. Disconnect the clip of jumper cable (R)
from the rescue vehicle's positive (+)
terminal.
4. Disconnect the other clip of jumper cable
(R) from the problem machine's positive
(+)terminal.
Recharging
As necessary, have a Takeuchi dealer
recharge any dead batteries.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
After the Fuel Runs Out
Bleeding the Air from the Fuel
System
IMPORTANT: NEVER use the starter
motor to crank the engine in order to
prime the fuel system. This may cause
the starter motor to overheat and damage
the coils, pinion and I or ring gear.
1. Add fuel.
2. Open the water separator valve (2).
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3. Turn the ignition key to the ON position and
hold it there for about 10 to 15 seconds.
The automatic air bleeder bleeds the air
from the fuel system.
4. Start the engine and inspect for fuel
leakage.
Note: Air in the fuel system can make it
difficult to start the engine and cause engine
problems. Also bleed the air when the fuel
tank is emptied.