Engine Operation; Before Starting The Engine - Lincoln Electric RANGER 300 D Operator's Manual

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7. WATER TEMPERATURE LIGHT: Remains
off under normal operating temperatures. If
the red light turns on, the engine protection system
will stop the engine. The light will remain on when
the engine is over temperature and the "Engine"
switch is in the "ON" position (engine not running)
but will go off as the engine cools.
8. FUEL LEVEL GAUGE: Displays the level of diesel
fuel in the 10-gallon fuel tank.
9. ENGINE ON-OFF SWITCH: Energizes the fuel
solenoid in the ON position. In the STOP position,
stops fuel flow to the injection pump and stops the
engine.
OPERATION

ENGINE OPERATION

DO NOT RUN THE ENGINE AT EXCESSIVE
SPEEDS. The maximum allowable high idle speed
for the RANGER 300 is 3700 RPM, no load. Do NOT
adjust the governor screw on the engine. Severe per-
sonal injury and damage to the machine can result if it
is operated at speeds above the maximum rated
speed.
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Read and understand all safety instructions included
in the Kubota instruction manual that is shipped with
your RANGER 300.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Check the engine oil level:
See Figure D.1 for location of dipstick.
1. Be sure the machine is on a level surface.
2. Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe it with a
clean cloth. Reinsert the dipstick and check the
level on the dipstick.
3. Add oil (if necessary) to bring the level up to the full
mark. Do not overfill.
4. Replace the dipstick.
Check and fill the engine fuel tank:
• Keep sparks and flame away from tank.
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1. Remove the fuel tank cap.
2. Fill the tank approximately 4 inches (100 mm) from
the top of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion
(observe the fuel gauge.) DO NOT FILL THE
TANK TO THE POINT OF OVERFLOW.
3. Replace the fuel tank cap and tighten securely.
RANGER 300 D AND 300 DLX
WARNING
WARNING
DIESEL fuel can cause fire or
explosion.
• Stop engine when fueling.
• Do not smoke when fueling.
• Do not overfill tank.
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