Multiquip LS-300 - Manual (Page 23)

MAYCO LS300 CONCRETE PUMP • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (06/21/10) — PAGE 23
INSPECTION
BEFORE STARTING
1. Read safety instructions at the begin-
ning of manual.
2. Clean the entire pump, removing dirt and dust, particu-
larly the engine cooling air inlet, and heat exchanger.
3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty,
replace air filter with a new one as required.
4. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
FUEL CHECK
1. Check the fuel gauge built into the fuel tank cap
(Figure 8) to determine if the pump's engine fuel is low.
Refuel as needed.
See Figures 5, 6, and 7 for the location of
any control or component referenced in this
section.
Handle fuel safely. Diesel fuel is highly flammable and
can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while
refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel pump if the engine
is hot or running. ALWAYS
allow engine to cool before
refueling.
Figure 9. Adding Diesel Fuel
Figure 8. Fuel Cap Gauge
2. If fuel is low, remove fuel filler cap and fill with #2
diesel fuel (Figure 9).
CAUTION - GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
ALWAYS wear approved eye and
hearing protection before operating
the pump .
NEVER place hands or feet inside the hopper.
ALWAYS make while the engine is running. ALWAYS
shut down the engine before performing any kind of
maintenance service on the pump.
NEVER operate the pumps's engine
with the engine hood removed. The
possibility exists of
hands, long hair,
and clothing becoming entangled with
the V-belt, causing injury and bodily
harm.
NEVER operate the pump in a confined
area or enclosed area structure that
does not provide ample
free flow of
air.
WARNING - EXPLOSIVE FUEL
Diesel fuel is extremely flammable, and
its vapors can cause an explosion if
ignited. DO NOT start the engine near
spilled fuel or combustible fluids. DO
NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine
is running or hot.
DO NOT overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system. Store fuel in approved containers,
in well-ventilated areas and away from sparks and
flames. NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
WARNING - EXPLOSIVE FUEL