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Maintenance Instructions
CHECKING/SERVICING
IMPORTANT: The coolant solution of antifreeze
and distilled water must be thoroughly pre-mixed be-
fore putting it in the engine (adding pure antifreeze
into the radiator may cause damage to the engine by
causing overheating).
Security of Air Filtration Components
NOTE: The following inspection is only an exter-
nal inspection and should be done without “dis-
turbing” the filtration components.
On a daily basis, visually inspect the external condi-
tion of the complete air cleaner system. The follow-
ing items should be inspected:
1. Check the Donaldson Radialseal™ air cleaner
canister for damage. Make sure the cover is in
place and the cover latches are secure - do not
run the engine without the air cleaner cover in
place and secure.
2. Inspect both air intake hoses for cracks, nicks,
cuts, etc., and check the hose clamps for tight-
ness.
Battery
NOTE: For initial battery service during setup, re-
fer to Battery Service in
Assembly Instructions .
IMPORTANT: Make sure battery is securely mount-
ed in the frame. A loose battery may cause damage
to the case resulting in acid leakage and severe dam-
age to the machine. A hazard may be created by
damage to critical working parts and safety systems.
Electrolyte Level
The battery electrolyte level should be checked af-
ter every 25 hours of operation. To check electro-
lyte level:
1. Remove battery cell filler caps.
2. Check the electrolyte level. If the level is below
the bottom of the vent well, fill with drinking wa-
ter to the bottom of the vent wells [1/4 to 1/2 in.
(6 to 13 mm) above the plates].
3. Replace filler caps.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill the battery. Electro-
lyte will overflow through the vented caps onto parts
of the machine and WILL result in severe corrosion.
CAUTION
Important Battery Service, Installation, and
Changing Tips for MTEFI:
•
Do not allow the battery cables to touch
opposing terminals. When connecting
battery cables attach the positive (+) cable
to positive (+) battery terminal first, followed
by negative (-) cable to negative (-) battery
terminal.
•
Never start the engine when the cables
are loose or poorly connected to the
battery terminals.
•
Never disconnect battery while engine is
running.
•
Never use a quick battery charger to
start the engine.
•
Never "jump start" the engine using
another source. Electricity fluctuations can
damage the ECU (Electronic Control Unit).
•
Do not charge battery with key switch
"on."
•
Always disconnect negative (-) battery
cable lead before charging battery, and
also unplug harness from ECU before per-
forming any welding on equipment.