Refuelling; General; Low Fuel Levels; Filling The Tank - jcb JS300 Service Manual

General

CAUTION Spilt fuel may cause skidding and therefore accidents. Clean any spilt fuel immediately.
Do not use fuel to clean the machine.
When filling with fuel, choose a well aired and ventilated area.
NOTICE Consult your fuel supplier or JCB dealer about the suitability of any fuel you are unsure of.

Low Fuel Levels

If you operate the machine on very low fuel levels, then air can enter the fuel system. To prevent the entry of
air, always add more fuel when the fuel gauge shows a low level of fuel.
If air enters the fuel system, the engine speed will vary dramatically and low power will be experienced. The
symptoms may be made worse when the machine operates on steep slopes.
If you increase the engine speed or load when there is air in the fuel system, then damage to the engine can
occur.
If the fuel supply contains air, you must stop the engine, fill the fuel tank then bleed the fuel system to remove
the air. Refer to: Maintenance > Fuel System > General > Bleed (Page 209).
You must bleed the fuel system after changing the fuel filter(s).

Filling the Tank

Refuelling the Machine
Filling the Tank
Before you add the fuel to the machine,
(Page 174).
If you use the incorrect type of fuel or fuel which is contaminated, then damage to the fuel injection system
can occur.
WARNING! Do not use petrol in this machine. Do not mix petrol with the diesel fuel. In storage tanks the petrol
will rise to the top and form flammable vapours.
At the end of every working day, fill the tank with the correct type of fuel. This will prevent overnight condensation
from developing in the fuel tank.
Locate the fuel tank. Refer to: About the Product > Description (Page 6).
1. Park the machine on solid, level ground.
2. Lower the bucket to the ground.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Remove the ignition key.
5. Remove the fuel filler cap.
6. Add diesel through the filler point.
7. Replace the fuel filler cap.
8. We recommend that you lock the fuel filler cap to prevent theft and tampering.
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Refuelling

Refer to: Maintenance > Maintenance Safety > Fluids and Lubricants
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Operation
Refuelling
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