Fuel And Coolant - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Diesel 432447 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

FUEL
TYPE OF FUEL TO USE
THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE
ON DIESEL FUEL.
Use clean, fresh, diesel fuel with a minimum of 40 cetane.
Fresh fuel prevents gum from forming in the fuel system.
Purchase fuel in quantity that can be used within 30 days.
FUEL LEVEL
Keep fuel tank full.
Do not overfill tank.
Allow space in tank for fuel expansion.
ADDING FUEL
[1]. Remove cap. Fill tank to approximately 1-1/2
inches below top of neck to allow for fuel
expansion. Be careful not to overfill.
[2]. Replace cap before starting.
[3]. Check for fuel leaks at fuel filter, injector pump,
fuel pipes, etc..
COOLANT
This engine is water cooled.
A 50/50% mixture is required of phosphate-free antifreeze
and tap water for heat dissipation, rust resistance and
lubrication.
CHANGING & ADDING COOLANT
Fill radiator to bottom of fill cap seat and between FULL
and LOW in reservoir, if so equipped.
CAUTION:
gasoline instead of diesel fuel. Failure to
observe this caution will damage the
engine.
WARNING
Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area,
away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,
and other ignition sources.
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
Turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2
minutes before removing gas cap.
Do not touch hot radiator, or open reservoir when
engine is running.
Allow engine to cool before changing or adding
coolant.
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Do not use kerosene or
WARNING