MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
Gasoline 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.
REFUEWNG
WINDROWER
A
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
~.
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.
IMPORT
ANT:
Do not allow tank
to
empty. Running
out
of
fuel can cause air locks
and/or
contami-
nation
of
the fuel system.
TANK
CAPACITY
is
51
U.S. gallons (193 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 runs
down the right rear corner of the tank. Change
filter (8) at end
of
vent hose annually.
REFUEL
SAFELY
FUEL TANK VENT HOSE
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