Snorkel TB42J - Manual (Page 21)

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Figure 5.2 – Air Filter Gauge
When the area inside the clear section of the indicator is
red, it’s time to change the filter element.
Fuel
The fuel gauge is located on top of the tank (refer to Fig-
ure 5.3). The gauge indicates the fluid level in fractions-
of-a-full-tank.
Figure 5.3 – Gasoline or Diesel Fuel Tank
Note
Do not run a diesel fuel tank empty. Air in the fuel line
makes the engine hard to start.
Engine Oil
The engine oil level is measured with a dipstick. The dip-
stick is the only way to accurately determine the engine
oil level. The engine oil level should always be between
the add and full marks on the dipstick.
Chapter 5 – Gauges and Displays
The aerial platform is equipped with several gauges to
monitor the condition of the machine before and during
operation.
Hour Meter
The hour meter is located below the lower controls (refer
to Figure 5.1). It measures the accumulated engine oper-
ating time.
Figure 5.1 – Lower Controls
Engine Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge is located below the lower con-
trol panel (refer to Figure 5.1).
On liquid cooled engines it shows the temperature of the
water and antifreeze mixture in the engine block. The
gauge on air cooled engines shows the temperature of
the engine oil as the oil leaves the filter.
Ammeter
The ammeter is located below the lower control panel
(refer to Figure 5.1). The ammeter displays the level of
current flow from the alternator to the batteries.
After the engine has been running for a few minutes un-
der normal operating conditions, the ammeter gauge in-
dicator should read “0.”
Engine Air Filter Gauge
The air filter gauge (refer to Figure 5.2) is located above
the lower control panel on the air cleaner. The gauge
measures the air pressure between the intake manifold
and the air filter.
Air Filter Gauge
Fuel Gauge
Ammeter
Engine Temperature Gauge
Hour Meter