Fuel; Fuel System; Tire Pressure - Cushman Turf Truckster Parts & Maintenance Manual

6 MAINTENANCE

6.14 FUEL ____________________________________________________________________

Handle fuel with care - it is flammable and highly
explosive under certain conditions. Use an approved
container, the spout must fit inside the fuel filler neck.
Avoid using cans and funnels to transfer fuel.
!
WARNING
Remove the fuel cap slowly. Fuel may be under pressure.
Spray could cause serious injury.
Never remove the fuel cap from the fuel tank, or add fuel,
when the engine is running or while the engine is hot.
Do not smoke when handling fuel. Never fill or drain the
fuel tank indoors.
Do not spill fuel and clean spilled fuel immediately.
Never handle or store fuel containers near an open flame
or any device that may create sparks and ignite the fuel
or fuel vapors.
Be sure to reinstall and tighten fuel cap securely.
1. Fill the fuel tank to within 1 in. (25 mm) of the bottom
of the filler neck.
2. Store fuel according to local, state or federal
ordinances and recommendations from your fuel
supplier.
3. Never overfill or allow the tank to become empty.
Check fuel level in the tank by turning the ignition

6.15 FUEL SYSTEM ____________________________________________________________

Then Perkins diesel engine in the Truckster is self
priming. It is not required to purge air from the system.
Refer to Section 8.3 for specific maintenance intervals.

6.16 TIRE PRESSURE __________________________________________________________

Keep tires properly inflated to prolong tire life. Check
inflation pressure while the tires are cool. Inspect tread
wear.
Lower pressure will help avoid leaving tire marks in soft
turf. Higher pressures may be required for heavier loads.
Rear tire pressure must be set at 28 psi (193 kPa) when
operating with a full load. Never exceed the maximum
pressure indicated on the tire.
Check the pressure with an accurate, low pressure tire
gauge. Due to the low volume of air needed, over-
inflation may be reached in a matter of two to three
seconds.
Keep tires inflated to:
Front - 20 psi - (138 kPa)
Rear - Varies, determined by load. (See Chart)
GB-22
switch to the ON position and reading the level
indicated by the fuel gauge.
4. Check fuel lines and clamps every 50 hours.
Replace fuel lines and clamps at the first sign of
damage.
5. The fuel tank capacity is 6.5 gal. (24.5 l). Fill tank
using the following fuel recommendations:
Diesel Engine
a. Use clean, fresh, #2 Diesel fuel when operating
temperature is above 20° F (-7° C). Minimum
Cetane rating 45.
b. Use clean, fresh, #1 Diesel fuel when operating
temperature is below 20° F (-7° C). If #1D fuel is
not available, a winterized blend of #1D and #2D
may be available. This blended fuel is usually
called #2D and may be used in colder climates.
Do not use #2D unless you are sure it has been
winterized. Cold temperatures may cause it to
thicken, which will keep your vehicle from
running.
c. DO NOT use Aviation Fuel JP4. Refer to Engine
Manual for additional information.
Gas Engine: Use clean fresh Unleaded Gasoline, 87
octane or higher.
Before replacing any filter, thoroughly clean the filter
housing and the area around the filter. Dirt must not be
allowed to enter into fuel system.
28 (193)
23 (159)
Rear
18 (124)
Tire
Pressure
13 (90)
psi
(kPa)
8 (55)
0 400 800 1200 1500
Load (Pounds)
Figure 6F