Operation
Operating Environment
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Operating Environment
General
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Areas
1. Air Cleaner. Frequently check, clean or replace the elements regardless of the inspection interval. (Not
the safety element).
2. Securely tighten the hydraulic oil tank filler cap to prevent sand and dust from entering the hydraulic system.
3. Front and rear scrapers should be released from the drum. Rotate and lock the scrapers away from the
drum.
4. Water is not necessary in this environment.
Operating in Coastal Regions
1. Check that all the plugs, bolts, and fasteners are all tightened properly.
2. After daily operations, wash the machine thoroughly and take special care when cleaning the electrical
devices and hydraulic cylinders to prevent salt entry and eventual corrosion.
Operating on Wet or Soft Ground
1. Clean the Machine. Moisture or mud will cause the paint, wiring and metallic parts to deteriorate. When
operating the machine keep it as dry as possible and regularly grease the machine.
In low and high temperature conditions, -12 °C ( 10.4 °F) to 51 °C ( 123.7 °F) , take the following precaution.
This will make it easier to start and prevent possible damage to your machine.
Operating in Low Temperatures
Notice: Do not connect two batteries in series to give 24 V for starting as this can cause damage to the
electrical circuits.
Notice: Do not use ether or other starting fluids to assist cold starting. Using these fluids may result in an
explosion causing possible injury and/or damage to the engine.
In low temperature situations, take the following precautions. They will make for easier starting and prevent
possible damage to your machine.
1. Use the correct viscosity engine lubricating oil.
Refer to: General (Page 135).
2. Use the correct viscosity hydraulic oil.
3. If available, use a low temperature diesel fuel.
4. Use the correct coolant mixture.
5. Keep the battery at full charge.
6. Fill the fuel tank at the end of each work period, this will help to prevent condensation forming on the tank
walls.
7. Protect the machine when its not in use. Park the machine inside a building or cover it with a tarpaulin.
8. Install a cold weather starting aid. In very low temperatures as specified, additional starting aids may be
needed. Examples are fuel, oil and coolant heaters. Ask your JCB dealer for advice.
Temperature: -18 °C ( -0.4 °F)
9. Before the engine is started, remove any snow from the engine compartment or snow could get into the
air filter.
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