Precautions; The Importance Of Periodic Maintenance - Yanmar 6SY Series Operation Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
If the fuel filter / water separator
is positioned higher than the fuel
level in the fuel tank, water may
not drip out when the fuel
filter / water separator drain cock
is opened. If this happens, turn
the air vent screw on the top of
the fuel filter / water separator
2-3 turns counterclockwise.
Be sure to tighten the air vent
screw after the water has drained
out.
CAUTION
• When the engine is operated in
dusty conditions, clean the air
cleaner element more
frequently.
• NEVER operate the engine with
the air cleaner or element(s)
removed. This may allow
foreign material to enter the
engine and damage it.
CAUTION
Clean or replace the air cleaner
element if the air intake
restriction exceeds the value
listed in the Operation and
Service Manuals.
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PRECAUTIONS

The Importance of Periodic
Maintenance
Engine deterioration and wear occur in
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proportion to the length of time the engine
has been in service and the conditions the
engine is subjected to during operation.
Periodic maintenance prevents
unexpected downtime, reduces the
number of accidents due to poor machine
performance and helps extend the life of
the engine.
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CAUTION
NEVER turn off the battery
switch (if equipped) or short the
battery cables during operation.
Damage to the electric system
will result.
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