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GAUGES
The instruments
or gauges
are essential for safety, maxi-
mum productivity
and long
service life of the machine. In-
spect the gauges and test any
diagnostic
lamps
prior
to
start-up.
During operation
observe the gauges and any
lamps for proper functioning.
Refer to Section 2, Operating
Controls, for the normal read-
ings.
To test the diagnostic
lamps, refer to the instruc-
tions on the control panel.
FUEL TANK
This
unit is equipped
with
multiple tanks..
Using clean
fuel in the fuel tanks is vitally
important and every precau-
tion should be taken to ensure
that only CLEAN fuel is either
poured or pumped
into the
tank.
When filling the fuel tank on
this unit, by methods
other
than a pump and hose, use a
CLEAN non-metallic
funnel.
Every six months the drain plug
should be removed trom the tank so
that any sediment or accumulated
condensate may be drained. When
replacing a drain plug, make sure
it
is tightened securely.
BATTERY
Heavy-duty,
diesel
cranking
type batteries were installed
at
the factory and these should be
inspected weekly. Keep the bat-
tery posts-to-cable
connections
clean, tight and lightly coated
with a grease.
In non-sealed
batteries, the electrolyte level in
each cell should cover the top of
the plates.
If necessary, top-up
with clean distilled water.
TIRES
A weekly
Inspection
is recom-
mended. The proper inflation pres-
sure for the tires is listed in Section
2-
.specifications.
Tires that have
cuts or cracks or little tread should
be repaired or replaced.
Monthly
check the wheel lug nuts for tight-
ness.
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