Gauges - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Diesel 432447 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

TYPICAL GAUGES
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates coolant temperature
when the starter switch is ON.
Normal range 80 -90 C
(175 -195 F).
Dangerous range above 105 C
(220 F).
HOUR METER
Indicates the total number of hours the
engine has been run.
TYPICAL PANEL LIGHTS
Ignition light
The ignition light comes on when the starter switch is turned to
the ON position, and should be out while engine is running.
Engine oil pressure light
The engine oil pressure light comes on when the starter
switch is turned to the ON position and should be out while
engine is running.
Charge light
The charge light comes on when the starter switch is turned to
the ON position, but should be out while engine is running.
(If Equipped)
(If Equipped)
FUEL GAUGE
To minimize condensation, keep fuel
tank full.
FUEL SHUT-OFF
Open valve before starting
engine.
CAUTION:
To prevent leaking, close fuel shut-
off valve when engine is transported.
X
Heat or glow light
The heat or glow light comes on when the starter switch is
turned to HEAT or GLOW (ON if no HEAT or GLOW position),
but should be out while engine is running.
Fuel filter light
The fuel filter light comes on when enough water collects in
the fuel filter, but should be out when the water is drained.
Temperature light
If temperature light comes on, engine is overheating. Check:
S
coolant level;
S
debris on radiator or any restriction to air flow.
9

GAUGES

ON
POSITION