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DIESEL ENGINE
1. Before long-term engine storage:
Remove the battery.
Add electrolyte, fully charge
the battery, and readjust the
electrolyte level, if necessary.
Store the battery in a dry, dark
place.
Do not store on the ground or a
concrete surface.
2. Batteries will discharge even when
not in use. During long periods
of inactivity, recharge regularly to
maintain readiness and battery life.
(4) Hightest Level
(5) Lowevst Level
(6) Lowevst Level
LONG-TERM STORAGE
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BELT TENSION ADJUSTING
Loosen both bolts that attach the al-
ternator. Move the alternator to ad-
just belt tension. Retighten the bolts
and nut after adjustment.
(1) Fan Belt (2) Bolt, Nut
(A) 7~9mm
Low belt tension can result in engine
overheating and insufficient battery
charging. The correct tension can be
determined by applying a 22 lb(10
kgf). load at mid-span (Point A). The
resulting belt deflection should be
0.28 to 0.35 inches.
FAN BELT
BELT TENSION AND WEAR
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(7) Plug
(8) Hightest Level