MacDon 9250 SP - Manual (Page 73)

Form # 46584 Issue 11/06 Web Rev_01 71
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
Diesel Engine: Fuel System
STORING FUEL
• Buy good quality, clean fuel from a reputable
dealer.
• Proper fuel storage is critically important. Keep
all dirt, water and other contaminants away
from fuel.
• Avoid storing fuel over long periods of time. If
you have a slow turnover of fuel in windrower
tank or supply tank, add fuel conditioner to
avoid condensation problems.
• Store fuel in a convenient place away from
buildings.
REFUELLING WINDROWER
WARNING: To avoid personal injury
or death from explosion or fire, do
not smoke or allow flame or sparks
near fuel tank when refuelling.
Never refuel the windrower when the engine is
hot or running.
IMPORTANT: Do not fill tank completely; space is
required for expansion. A filled tank could overflow
if exposed to a rise in temperature, such as direct
sunlight.
Fill fuel tank daily, preferably at the end of the
day's operation. This prevents condensation in the
tank as moist air cools overnight.
See "Fuels, Fluids and Lubricants" for recom-
mended fuels.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow tank to empty.
Running out of fuel can cause air locks and/or
contamination of the fuel system. See "Fuel
System Air Removal" in this section.
TANK CAPACITY is 75 U.S. gallons (284 litres).
FUEL TANK VENTING
If fuel tank cap requires replacement, be sure to
order the original equipment part, which is NOT
vented.
The fuel tank is vented by hose (A), which is
connected to filler tube. Change filter (B) at end of
vent hose annually.
REFUEL SAFELY
A
B
FUEL TANK VENT HOSE