Operation
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5.2.1 Refuelling - Diesel
The diesel tank is located at the left hand side of the truck below the operator’s cabin.
Trained and authorised personnel should carry out refuelling at designated points only.
Before refuelling the truck, switch off the engine and apply the park brake.
If a pump appliance is not available, fuel MUST be stored and transported in clean,
uncontaminated and approved containers. Containers MUST comply with current
regulations and be clearly labelled.
When refuelling the truck, always ensure that the hose nozzle or the can pourer is
making good electrical contact with the tank filler neck to prevent the accumulation of
a hazardous charge of static electricity.
Clean up any spillage using non-combustible absorbent material before restarting the
engine.
To Refuel:
Stop the truck in a designated refuelling
area.
Lower the mast fully and tilt the mast forward
fully.
Turn the ignition key switch to the ‘0’ off
position, then remove the key.
Remove the cap (A) from the diesel tank by
turning anticlockwise.
Add diesel fuel that meets the specifications
below.
Replace the cap, ensuring that it is securely
fitted.
Clean up any spilled fuel immediately.
The following fuel specifications / standards are highly recommended:
Diesel Fuels - EN 590 (Sulphur 10 ppm maximum)
- ASTM D 975 Grade 1-D S15 (Sulphur 15 ppm maximum)
- ASTM D 975 Grade 2-D S15 (Sulphur 15 ppm maximum)
Below 0°C (32°F) ambient temperature use winter diesel (down to -20°C (-4°F)
Refer to the operating manual for the Kubota diesel engine for further information.
Note
Diesel fuel specification and sulphur content must be compliant with all
applicable emission regulations for the location in which the engine is to be
operated.
Ultra-low sulphur fuel is mandatory, when operating in US EPA regulated
areas.
If high-sulphur diesel (sulphur content 0.50 % (5000 ppm) to 1.0 % (10000
ppm)) is used change the engine oil and oil filter at shorter intervals.
(approximately half).
DO NOT USE Fuels that have sulphur content greater than 1.0 % (10000 ppm).
A
DIESEL
TANK
Tank capacity: 50 litres / 53 quarts
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