Kubota F2890E Operator's Manual page 15

4 SAFE OPERATION
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5. TRANSPORTING
1. Disengage power to attachment(s) when transporting
or not in use.
2. Do not tow this machine. Use a suitable truck or trailer
when transporting on public roads.
3. It is recommended that this machine not be used on
public roads.
4. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
5. Keep attachment(s) low when transporting.
6. Move very slowly when attachment is removed.
6. SERVICING
1. Before servicing the machine, park the machine on a
firm, level surface, set the parking brake, stop the
engine and remove the key.
2. Allow the machine to cool off before servicing the
engine, muffler, etc.
3. Always stop the engine before refueling. Avoid spills
and overfilling. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
(1) Fuel tank cap
4. Use extra care in handling diesel fuel.
(1) Use only an approved container.
(2) Do not remove fuel cap or refuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke while refueling or when standing near
fuel.
(3) Do not refuel the machine indoors and always
clean up spilled fuel or oil.
(4) Do not store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as a water
heater.
5. Do not smoke when working around the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from battery. The
battery presents an explosion hazard because it gives
off hydrogen and
recharging.
oxygen...especially when
6. Before "JUMP STARTING" a dead battery, read and
follow all of the instructions to help protect the
alternator from damage due to extreme load changes.
(See "JUMP STARTING" in "OPERATING THE
ENGINE" section.)
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive
gases. Follow the instructions below to prevent
personal injury.
A Wear eye and skin protection.
A Keep sparks and flame away.
A Always have adequate ventilation while charging
or using the battery.
7. Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher available at all
times.
8. Disconnect the battery's negative (-) cable before
working on or near electric components.
9. Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the
fluid level is below the LOWER (lower limit level) mark.
Otherwise, the battery
prematurely deteriorate, which may shorten the
battery's service life or cause an explosion. Check the
fluid level regularly and add distilled water as required
so that the fluid level is between the UPPER and
LOWER levels.
10. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit,
always disconnect the battery's negative (-) cable first
and connect it last.
(1) Battery
(2) Positive cable (+)
(3) Negative cable (-)
11. Do not remove the radiator cap while coolant is hot.
When cool, slowly rotate cap to the first stop and allow
sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before
removing the cap completely. If the machine has a
coolant recovery tank, add coolant there instead of the
radiator.
12. Provide adequate support when changing wheels or
the wheel.
13. Make sure that wheel nuts have been tightened to the
specified torque.
14. Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This should be
done by a qualified person with the proper equipment.
component parts may