Shibaura CG161 - Manual (Page 20)

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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
FUEL AND LUBRICANTS
FUEL (DIESEL
Type of fuel to use
When operating in temperatures above 20~F (-
6.7C), use diesel fuel oil No.2-D with a minimum
cetane rating of 40. When operating in temperatures
below 20F (-6.7C), use diesel fuel oil No. 1 -D with a
minimum cetane rating of
40. Low ambient temperatures as well as engine
operation or high altitudes may require use of fuels
with higher cetane ratings.
Fuel represents a major portion of your tractor
operating costs; therefore, it is important to use it
efficiently. Do not let low price tempt you to use
inferior diesel fuel. The Initial savings is a false
economy when you consider the damage poor fuel
can do to your tractor fuel system.
FUEL USAGE SAFETY
Fuel is becoming very expensive and scarce. As a
result, many of our customers are trying new fuels or
blends to reduce costs and conserve energy.
Today’s new fuels or blends are frequently more
volatile and there is a need to handle them carefully.
Furthermore, some of the blends are dangerous and
should not be used at all.
The following new or blended fuels are becoming
available or are sometimes recommended by certain
sources. Our recommendations are as follows:
Diesel oil
Under no circumstances should gasoline, alcohol or
gasohol be added to diesel fuel. These
combinations can create an increased fire hazard
and under certain circumstances an explosive
hazard. They are more dangerous (explosive ) than
pure gasoline in a closed container such as fuel
tank. Do Not Use These Blends.
WARNING: Fuel oil in the injection
system is under high pressure and can
penetrate the skin. Unqualified persons
should not remove or attempt to adjust
a pump injector, nozzle or any part of
the fuel injection system.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious injury.
DO NOT use your hand to check for
leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or
paper to search for leaks.
If any fluid is injected into the skin,
obtain medical attention immediately or
gangrene may result.
WARNING
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Never remove the fuel cap or refuel the tractor
when the engine is running or is hot.
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Don’t smoke while refuelling or while
anywhere near fuel.
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When filling the tank, maintain control of the
nozzle.
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Don’t fill the fuel tank to capacity “allow room
for expansion.
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Wipe up spills immediately.
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Always tighten the fuel tank cap securely
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If the original equipment fuel tank cap is lost,
always replace it with an approved cap. A
will-fit cap may not be safe.
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Keep equipment properly maintained.
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Keep equipment clean - free of trash and oil.
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Don’t drive equipment near open fires.
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Never use gasoline for cleaning parts.
LUBRICANTS