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Fuel System
Maintenance
Draining the Fuel Tank
In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others and can damage property.
• Drain gasoline from the fuel tank when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open
area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Never smoke when draining gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where a
spark may ignite the gasoline fumes.
1. Lower the loader arm, stop the engine, and remove
the key.
2. Syphon the gasoline from the tank using a pump
type syphon.
Electrical System
Maintenance
Servicing the Battery
Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Check the battery
electrolyte level (replacement battery
only).
Every 100 hours—Check the battery
cable connections.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Important: The following procedures apply when
servicing a (dry) battery that has replaced the
original battery. The original (wet) battery does not
require service.
Always keep the battery clean and fully charged. Use
a paper towel to clean the battery case. If the battery
terminals are corroded, clean them with a solution of
four parts water and one part baking soda. Apply a light
coating of grease to the battery terminals to reduce
corrosion.
Voltage: 12 v, 340 Cold Cranking Amps
Checking the Electrolyte Level
1. Stop the engine and remove the key.
2. Open covers to see into the cells. The electrolyte
must be up to the lower part of the tube (Figure 58).
Important: Do not allow the electrolyte to fall
below the Lower line (Figure 58).
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