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Drain water from the fuel pre-filter
The high risk of refuelling with fuel that is polluted by foreign bodies
and water makes it advisable to carry out this control every time you
refuel.
Proceed with the engine stopped.
q Place a container under the filter or pre-filter to collect the fluid.
q Unscrew the tap plug (1) in the bottom part of the filter; in some
lay-outs the plug includes a sensor to detect the presence of water
in the diesel.
q Drain off liquid until only “diesel” can be seen.
q Close the plug again, tightening it completely by hand.
q Dispose of the drained fluids according to current requirements.
Check/top up electrolyte level in batteries
Place the batteries on a level surface, then proceed as follows.
q Visually check that the fluid level is between the “Min” and “Max”
limits; in the absence of references, check that the fluid covers the
Lead plates inside the elements.
q Top up with distilled water only those elements in which the level
is below the minimum.
q Contact specialised technical staff if the battery needs recharging.
q Have the efficiency of the battery recharging system tested if a
voltage of less than 11 V (for 12 V rated systems) or 22 V (for
24 V rated systems) is detected with the engine running.
q On this occasion, make sure that the terminals and clamps are
clean, properly locked and protected by vaseline.
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CAUTION!
qThe batteries contain sulphuric acid, which is extremely
caustic and corrosive; always wear protective gloves and
goggles when topping them up. Whenever possible it is
recommended that this control be carried out by
specialised personnel.
qDo not smoke or use live flames near the batteries
during the control, and make sure that the room you are
working in is adequately ventilated.
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