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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Adding Fuel
The engine runs on clean, fresh diesel fuel with
a minimum octane rating of 40. Purchase fuel in
quantities that can be used within 30 days to ensure
fuel freshness.
Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures
above 20° F (-7° C) and winter grade diesel fuel (No.
1-D or No. 1-D/2-D blend) below 20° F (-7° C). Use of
winter grade diesel fuel at lower temperatures provides
lower flash point and pour point characteristics,
therefore easing startability and lessening chances
of chemical separation of the fuel due to lower
temperatures (wax appearance, which may plug filters).
Use of summer grade diesel fuel above 20° F (-7° C) will
contribute toward longer life of the pump components.
Important: Do not use kerosene or gasoline
instead of diesel fuel. Failure to observe this
caution will damage the engine.
Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term
exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or
conditioner opening.
• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
In certain conditions, fuel is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from fuel can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area,
when the engine is cold. Wipe up any fuel
that spills.
• Never fill the fuel tank inside an enclosed
trailer.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add
fuel to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4 to
1/2 inch (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of
the filler neck. This empty space in the tank
allows fuel to expand.
• Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay
away from an open flame or where fuel
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store fuel in an approved container and keep
it out of the reach of children. Never buy
more than a 30-day supply of fuel.
• Do not operate without entire exhaust
system in place and in proper working
condition.
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