Cold Temperature Operation - New Holland B95C Original Instructions Manual

Cold temperature operation

Cold weather conditions cause special problems. During these conditions, your machine will require special attention
to prevent serious damage. Cold weather maintenance will extend the service life of your machine.
To start and operate your machine during cold ambient temperatures, observe the following recommendation/instruc-
tions.
Battery and electrical components:
• Ensure the batteries are at full charge.
• If you add water to the batteries, charge the batteries or run the engine for approximately two hours to prevent
battery freezing in ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F).
• Inspect the battery cables and terminals. Clean and coat each terminal with a corrosion prevention product.
Engine:
• Use engine oil with the correct viscosity for the ambient temperature range. NEW HOLLAND CONSTRUCTION
recommends the use of E
• Allow longer warm up periods to bring the machine and components up to operating temperature.
WARNING
•
Explosion hazard!
DO NOT use ether starting fluid. Explosion, death, serious personal injury, or serious engine damage
could occur.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Pre-heat system, engine glow plugs are standard. Turn the key switch to the ON position, the engine pre-heat lamp
illuminates as the heater conditions indrawn air. Wait for the lamp to stop illuminating before starting the engine.
If the engine fails to start after two attempts, allow the battery to recover for 4 to 5 minutes before repeating the
procedure.
WARNING
•
Electrical shock hazard!
NEVER use an ungrounded or inadequate extension cord.
grounded extension cord rated for the appropriate voltage and current (15 A), with circuit protection of
either a standard circuit breaker or a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
If equipped, plug the engine block heater into 110 V outlet for up to four hours before starting the engine. Unplug
the block heater before continuing with the cold weather start procedure.
Fuel system:
• Check with your dealer for the correct cold weather fuel. In addition to the winter blend NEW HOLLAND CON-
STRUCTION recommends the use of a cold weather diesel fuel additive. Follow the directions on the manufactures
label.
• Check for water in the fuel system. Inspect the water separator every 50 h of operation or when the water in fuel
warning message appears. If water is found, check the fuel tank.
• Fill the fuel tank after each operating day to prevent condensation in the fuel tank and water entering the fuel system.
Cooling system
• Keep the coolant at the correct level in the reservoir and radiator. Use OAT E
premix ( 50% concentrate and 50% distilled water). This mixture protects the engine cooling system to -35 °C
(-31 °F).
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