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2.
Weekly or Approximately Every 40 Hours of Operation
Fuse
a.
Check for proper size
of
fuse and tightness of fuse clips and terminals.
Motor
(If
Applicable)
a.
Check for dirt, dust or debris
at
ventilating air inlets. Never allow dirt
to
accumulate
near air inlets. Never operate motor with air passages blocked.
B.
Mechanical Components
1.
Daily or Approximately Every Eight
(8)
Hours of Operation
Diesel Engine
Preventive maintenance begins with day-to-day awareness of the condition of the engine
and its systems. Check for the following:
a.
Check the oil pressure indicator, warning light, water temperature gauge and other
gauges to make sure they are operational.
b.
Check
to
see
if
the lubricating oil level is at the proper level (oil mark between "L" and
"H"). Add
as
needed.
Note:
To
obtain an accurate measurement, the engine must be level when checking the
lubricating oil level.
c.
Check to see
if
the coolant is
at
the proper level. Add as needed.
WARNING:
DO
NOT
REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP FROM A
HOT
ENGINE. WAIT UNTIL
THE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW
122°F
(50°C) BEFORE REMOVING THE
PRESSURE
CAP.
FAILURE
TO
DO SO CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY
FROM
THE HEATED COOLANT SPRAY OR STEAM. REMOVE THE FILLER
CAP
SLOWLY
TO
RELIEVE COOLANT SYSTEM PRESSURE.
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