Echo CH911DH Owners Manual v.5 - Manual (Page 12)

9 INCH CHIPPER 8
ASSEMBLY
2.10 aDD CooLaNT
Check the level of coolant before you start the diesel
engine. While operating, make sure the fluid is between
the full and the low marks. Add if necessary. Refer to the
engine owner's manual for further coolant information.
2.11 FILL THE FuEL TaNk
use only those types of fuels that are recommended in
your engine owner’s manual.
To add fuel:
Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving and 1.
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove key from key
switch. Allow the engine and muffler to cool for at least
three minutes.
Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove cap.
2.
using a clean funnel, fill fuel tank to 1/2” below bottom 3.
of filler neck to provide space for any fuel expansion.
Install fuel fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
WaRNING
gasoline and diesel fuels are highly
flammable and their vapors are
explosive. To prevent personal injury or
property damage:
Store fuel only in approved containers,
in well ventilated, unoccupied buildings,
away from sparks or flames. A container
with a capacity of 2 gallons or less with a pouring spout
is recommended. Do not fill the fuel tank while the
engine is hot or running, since spilled fuel could ignite if
it comes in contact with hot parts or sparks from ignition.
Do not start the engine near spilled fuel. Never use fuel
as a cleaning agent. DO NOT MIX OIl WITH FuEl.
2.8 aDD oIL
2.9 CHECk/aDD HYDRauLIC FLuID
Check the oil level and, if needed, fill the engine crankcase
with the type and amount of oil specified in the engine
owner’s manual.
Hydraulic fluid drives the feed roller. The machine was
shipped with fluid, as it was tested at the factory. However,
check the fluid levels before initial operation and add if
necessary.
The hydraulic pump requires premium hydraulic fluids
containing high quality rust, oxidation, and foam inhibitors.
These include premium turbine oils, API CD engine oils
per SAE J183, M2C33F or g automatic transmission
fluids meeting Allison C-3 or Caterpillar TO-2, and certain
specialty agricultural tractor fluids.
2.7 INSTaLL a baTTERY
WaRNING
To avoid sparks and a possible explosion or fire due to a
short circuit, do not touch the positive (+) battery terminal
and any surrounding metal with tools, jewelry or other
metal objects. When installing battery cables, connect
the positive (+) cable first and the negative (-) cable last.
The rear stabilizer (Figure 2.6) is installed by sliding the
stabilizer into the trailer support guide on the rear of the
chipper frame. The stabilizer is secured and adjusted with
the provided snap pin.
2.6 INSTaLL REaR STabILIzER
Figure 2.6, Rear stabilizer
you will need to purchase a battery. Choose a battery that
meets or exceeds the engine manufacturer’s specifications.
Consult your engine owner’s manual or authorized dealer
for specification details.
To install the battery:
Open the battery box and insert battery into the battery 1.
box.
Attach the positive (red) battery cable from the engine
2.
to the positive (+) battery terminal.
Attach the negative (black) battery cable from the
3.
engine to the negative (-) battery terminal.
Secure the cover on the battery box with the strap