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VANTAGE 549
fUel filters
WARNING
When working on the fuel system
• Keep naked lights away, do not smoke!
• Do not spill fuel!
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The VANTAGE® 549 is equipped with a fuel pre-filter / water
separator before the electric lift pump and a fuel filter after the lift
pump and before the injectors. Open the drain on the fuel pre-filter
/ water separator and drain out any water daily. Close drain when
diesel fuel starts to come out. If excessive water is in the fuel, the
engine will not start. The procedure for changing the filter is as
follows.
1. Close the fuel shutoff valve.
2. Clean the area around the fuel filter head. Remove the filter.
Clean the gasket surface of the filter head and replace the o-
ring.
3. Fill the clean filter with clean fuel, and lubricate the o-ring seal
with clean lubricating oil.
4. Install the filter as specified by the filter manufacturer.
WARNING
Mechanical over tightened will distort the threads, filter
element seal or filter can.
coolinG sYsteM
The cooling system of the Deutz engine needs to be checked and
cleaned periodically. (Consult the engine Owners Manual for the
proper procedures and frequency).
Coolant needs to be added at the radiator filler neck after
removing cap when system is cool. Fill to top of filler neck. Engine
will not start if coolant level is too low.
The coolant system is equipped with an internal expansion tank
located inside the top radiator tank. This allows for normal thermal
expansion and contraction of the engine coolant.
BatterY hanDlinG
WARNING
GASES FROM BATTERY can
explode.
• Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes away from
battery.
To prevent EXPLOSION when:
• INSTALLING A NEW BATTERY - disconnect
negative cable from old battery first and
connect to new battery last.
• CONNECTING A BATTERY CHARGER -
Remove battery from welder by disconnecting
negative cable first, then positive cable and
battery clamp. When reinstalling, connect negative cable
last. Keep well ventilated.
• USING A BOOSTER - connect positive lead to battery first
then connect negative lead to engine foot.
BATTERY ACID CAN BURN EYES AND SKIN.
• Wear gloves and eye protection and be careful
when working near battery. Follow instructions
printed on battery.
PREVENTING ELECTRICAL DAMAGE
1. When replacing, jumping, or otherwise connecting the battery
to the battery cables, the proper polarity must be observed.
Failure to observe the proper polarity could result in damage
to the charging circuit. The positive (+) battery cable has a
red terminal cover.
2. If the battery requires charging from an external charger,
disconnect the negative battery cable first and then the
positive battery cable before attaching the charger leads.
Failure to do so can result in damage to the internal charger
components. When reconnecting the cables, connect the
PREVENTING BATTERY DISCHARGE - Turn the
positive cable first and the negative cable last.
RUN/STOP switch to stop when engine is not running.
PREVENTING BATTERY BUCKLING - Tighten nuts on
battery clamp until snug.
CHARGING THE BATTERY -When you charge, jump,
replace, or otherwise connect battery cables to the battery, be
sure the polarity is correct. Improper polarity can damage the
charging circuit. The VANTAGE® 549 positive (+) battery terminal
has a red terminal cover.
If you need to charge the battery with an external charger, discon-
nect the negative cable first, then the positive cable before you
attach the charger leads. after the battery is charged, reconnect
the positive battery cable first and the negative cable last. Failure
to do so can result in damage to the internal charger components.
Follow the instructions of the battery charger manufacturer for
proper charger settings and charging time.
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MAINTENANCE
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