ABI Attachments ABI Force Z-23 Owner's Manual page 24

Maintenance Safety Rules:
• Never perform maintenance on the ABI Forcer when
children are present.
•
Never perform service or maintenance on the engine of
the ABI Force while it is hot. Always have the engine off
with the park brake set.
•
Never allow anyone near the operations controls while
performing service or maintenance on the ABI Force.
•
Always remove any accumulated debris, fuel, excess
grease, or excess oil from within the chassis of the ABI
Force to prevent a fire hazzard.
•
Never use the engine area of the ABI Force for storage of
flammable substance or harmful chemicals.
• Never allow an open flame source inside the ABI Force
chassis.
• Always dispose of hazardous substances according to
local regulations.
Engine Maintenance Note:
• Always use OEM replacement parts for the engine. Non-
OEM parts may not perform as well, may cause damage to
the engine, and may result in injury! Specific fuel filter and
spline lube are required to maintain engine warranty.
• Follow engine manual for oil recommendations. The
same 5W-40 full synthetic used in the hydraulic system is
acceptable in the engine but not required.
• Use only 87 octane E10 or less Gasoline (87AKI/91 RON).
DO NOT USE E-15 OR E-85.
Hydraulic System Note:
•
The ABI Force uses a sophisticated commercial duty
hydraulic drive and auxiliary pump system. Proper fluids
and service are essential to maintain the longevity of the
system.
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Only 5w-40 FULL SYNTHETIC motor oil is to be used in
hydraulic system, no other fluids are permitted or warranty
is void.
Cover Removal
Access is easily gained to the engine compartment by
removing the covers as follows:
Rear:
Lift bottom of knee pad panel upward and rearward until
pad and plate are horizontal with dashboard. Then pull
knee pad panel towards the rear of the machine while lifting
at the attachment to remove.
Figure 23: Knee pad removal
The bottom rear cover is removed by pulling up on the flange
and pivoting outward. Cover will then lift clear of the machine.
Figure 24: Bottom rear cover removal
NOTE: Velco pads hold both covers to prevent rattles during
operation.
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