7
MAINTENANCE
7.6
AIR FILTER_______________________________________________________________
Do not remove the element for inspection or
cleaning. Unnecessary removal of the filter increases
the risk of injecting dust and other impurities into the
engine.
Air cleaner servicing is required when air cleaner service
light (F) comes on during normal operation. Empty dust
cup daily.
When service is required, first clean the outside of the
filter housing, then remove the old element as gently as
possible and discard.
1. Carefully clean the inside of the filter housing without
allowing dust into the air intake.
2. Inspect the new element. Do not use a damaged
element and never use an incorrect element.
7.7
FUEL ____________________________________________________________________
Handle fuel with care - it is highly flammable. Use an
approved container, the spout must fit inside the fuel filler
neck. Avoid using cans and funnels to transfer fuel.
!
WARNING
Never remove the fuel cap from the fuel tank or add
fuel when the engine is running or while the engine is
hot.
Do not smoke when handling fuel. Never fill or drain
the fuel tank indoors.
Do not spill fuel. Clean spilled fuel immediately.
Never handle or store fuel containers near an open
flame or any device that may create sparks and ignite
the fuel or fuel vapors.
Be sure to reinstall and tighten fuel cap securely.
7.8
FUEL SYSTEM ____________________________________________________________
Refer to Section 6.3 for specific maintenance intervals.
Before replacing any filter, thoroughly clean the filter
housing, and the area around the filter. Dirt must not be
allowed to enter into fuel system.
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3. Assemble the new element and make sure it seats
4. Reassemble cap making sure it seals completely
5. Check all hoses and air ducts. Tighten hose clamps.
• Fill the fuel tank to within 1 in. (2.5 cm) of the bottom of
the filler neck.
• Store fuel according to local, state, or federal
ordinances and recommendations from your fuel
supplier.
• Never overfill or allow the tank to become empty.
• Check fuel lines and clamps every 50 hours. Replace
fuel lines and clamps at the first sign of damage.
• Use clean, fresh, #2 low or ultra-low sulfur Diesel fuel.
Minimum Cetane rating 45. Refer to Engine Manual for
additional information.
For diesel engines, turn the key switch to the ON position
to start the fuel pump, and bleed the fuel system if the
fuel filter and lines have been removed or the fuel tank
has become empty. See Engine Manual.
properly.
around the filter housing. Dust evacuator must be
facing down.
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