Ford 231 Operator's Manual page 42

Instal , . storage container above
the gin and tilt the tank so the
dischfea, outlet is all
the highest
end of the tank Provide a drain
plug at the lowest point of the tank
so that moisture and sediment can
be drained off periodically. Install
a suitable filter on the discharge
outlet of the storage container.
A 50 gallon (41.7 Imo. Gal.)
I189.3 L) drum makes a suitable
container far diesel fuel, provided
drat t is tilted an the stand. The
di urn should be cleaned and flushed
before each rc:flling.
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
fore being used. A drain valve should be incorporated at
the lowest point in the tank so the moisture and sediment
may be drained periodically. A fuel outlet filter should
be used, as shown in Figure 44. Use the largest tank pos-
sible and keep it as full as possible to minimize con-
densation.
If bulk storage is not possible and the fuel is stored in
barrels, keep therf in a clean, dry place. The barrel should
be fitted with a fuel outlet filter and a drain tap, and
should be supported so it slopes downward 1/2 inch per
foot (12.7 mm per m) away from the tap. Never tip the
barrel to use fuel below the level of the tap.
After use, install the cap at the top of the barrel and
clean up spilled fuel. Diesel fuel will not evaporate and
will collect dust and dirt.
GASOLINE FUEL
Type of Fuel to Use
Ford gasoline engines are designed to operate most
efficiently with good quality leaded or unleaded reg-
ular grade gasoline. The use of poor quality fuel can
cause knocking, overheating, and ultimately, engine
failure.
For summer operation, use summer grade fuel. For
winter operation, use winter grade fuel.
Figure 44
Diesel Fuel Storage
Use of highly volatile winter grade fuel during warm
weather can result in vapor lock or sluggish engine per-
formance. Use of summer grade fuel in cold weather can
result in hard starting. Consult your fuel dealer.
Storage
Use a tank similar to that recommended for diesel fuel,
regulations permitting. The tank should be vented, the
contents marked, and located in a cool, dry place to
reduce evaporation losses, Figure 45. By limiting the
quantity of fuel stored to about a 30-day supply, the
following advantages are gained:
• For easier starting, oil companies blend their fuel so
volatility is adjusted to the outside temperatures. A
30-day supply will reduce winter hard starting due
to a storage of summer grade fuel.
• A short storage period will lessen fuel evaporation
and subsequent gum formation.
REFUELING THE TRACTOR
If there is no filter on the outlet of the storage tank,
or if a can is used to refuel, use a funnel with a 100-
mesh screen or finer when filling the tractor fuel tank.
The tractor tank should be kept as full as possible to
minimize condensation.
NOTE: It is a good practice to fill the tractor fuel tank
with fuel after completing work at the end of each day.
This will reduce overnight condensation of water in the
tank.
LUBRICANTS—SEE SPECIFICATIONS
Storage
Your new Ford Tractor is equipped with filters to pro-
tect vital points from damage by dirt. Precautions must,
however, be taken to prevent lubricant contamination
by dirt or water during storage. Service intervals in this
section are based on the assumption that only new oil,
of the type specified, is used.
Barrels of lubricant should be kept under cover, prefer-
ably in a clean, dry place, and should be clearly marked
to indicate contents.
When a barrel is kept in an exposed location it should
be tilted to allow moisture to run away from the filler
cap. Always use a clean container when transferring oil
from a barrel to a tractor.
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