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CAUTION
DO NOT overfill hydraulic oil tank. This could cause oil leaks
and sluggish operation. Clean cap and surrounding area before
opening to prevent dirt from entering oil tank.
4.
When adding hydraulic oil, only fill to the specified oil level as
marked on the front of the hydraulic oil tank (Figure 9). DO
NOT overfill
Figure 9. Oil Tank (Front View)
Checking the Air Cleaner
1.
To check the engine oil level, place the compactor on secure
level ground with the engine stopped.
2.
Loosen the wing nut (Figure 10), remove the air cleaner
cover.
Figure 10. Air Cleaner Element
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3.
Remove the air cleaner element (Figure 11) and inspect it
for signs of wear or dirt. If air cleaner element is dirty, clean
or replace element.
Figure 11. Air Cleaner Element
Explosive Fuel
DANGER
Diesel fuel is highly flammable and can be dangerous if
mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt
to refuel the compactor if the engine is hot! or running .
Checking The Fuel
1. Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low, replenish
with diesel fuel (Figure 12).
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration. DO NOT
top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Figure 12. Refueling
DANGER
Fuel spillage on a hot engine can cause a fire or explosion .
If fuel spillage occurs, wipe up the spilled fuel completely to
prevent fire hazards. NEVER! smoke around or near the
compactor.
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