Using Biodiesel Fuel
This machine can also use a biodiesel blended fuel of up
to B20 (20% biodiesel, 80% petrodiesel). The petrodiesel
portion should be low or ultra low sulfur. Observe the
following precautions:
•
The biodiesel portion of the fuel must meet specification
ASTM D6751 or EN14214.
•
The blended fuel composition should meet ASTM D975
or EN590.
•
Painted surfaces may be damaged by biodiesel blends.
•
Use B5 (biodiesel content of 5%) or lesser blends in cold
weather.
•
Monitor seals, hoses, gaskets in contact with fuel as they
may be degraded over time.
•
Fuel filter plugging may be expected for a time after
converting to biodiesel blends.
•
Contact your distributor if you wish for more information
on biodiesel.
1. Clean the area around the fuel-tank cap.
2. Remove the fuel-tank cap
Figure 17
1. Fuel-tank cap
3. Fill the tank slightly below the top of the tank, (bottom
of the filler neck), then install the cap.
Note: Do not overfill the fuel tank with fuel.
4. Wipe up any fuel that may have spilled to prevent a
fire hazard.
(Figure
17).
Checking the Coolant Level
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Cooling system capacity: 3.7 L (4 US qt)
Coolant type: a 50/50 solution of water and permanent
ethylene-glycol antifreeze.
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the pressurized, hot
coolant can escape and cause burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap.
• Allow the engine to cool at least 15 minutes or
until the reserve tank is cool enough to touch
without burning your hand.
• Use a rag when opening the reserve-tank cap,
and open the cap slowly to allow steam to
escape.
• Do not check the coolant level at the radiator;
only check the coolant level at the reserve tank.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Check the coolant level inside the reserve tank
18).
Note: The coolant should be up to the bottom of the
filler neck when the engine is cold.
1. Reserve-tank cap
2. Reserve tank
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Figure 18
(Figure