Engine productivity, longevity, and low-cost perfor-
mance depend on a regular program of periodic main-
tenance. The materials presented here are listed in
accordance with the MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST in
Section 4. Consideration may dictate a revision in
scheduling for the periodic checks.
As a part of each periodic check, refer to the engine
manufacturer’s manual for engine maintenance re-
quirements. When servicing the engine, the engine
manufacturer’s recommendations take precedence
over those in this manual, should any discrepancy be
noted.
DAILY:
FUEL LEVEL The fuel tank is located on the left side
of the machine. Keep the tank as full as possible to
minimize condensation in cold weather.
Use a good grade of No. 2 diesel fuel. The tank capac-
ity is 80 gallons.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine oil level is checked
with the dipstick located on the left side of the engine
(right side of machine). DO not check the oil level while
the engine is running nor immediately after stopping
the engine. For an accurate reading, allow 15 minutes
for the oil to drain into the sump before checking. Keep
the oil level as close to the full mark as possible. DO
NOT OVERFILL
Never operate the machine when the oil is above the
full mark or below the low mark.
WATER SEPARATOR
A water separator is used to remove water contamina-
tion from the fuel before it enters the engine. Water
contamination should be drained daily or before it be-
comes 1/2 full.
AIR CLEANER Inspect the air cleaner and it’s connec-
tions for leaks, dents and damage.
A vacuum actuated indicator mounted on the air clean-
er assembly indicates conditions of restricted flow
through the air cleaner. With the engine running at
maximum governed rpm, observe the yellow band on
the indicator piston. If the yellow band reaches the red
band on the plastic cylinder, service is necessary. At
this time, change the air cleaner filter element and
clean the intake screen.
When using a degreasing agent to clean the engine,
be sure to cover the vacuum actuated indicator (filter
minder) with a protective material. Engine degreasing
solvents have a polycarbonate base and can damage
or destroy the indicator.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
For Cummins engine maintenance refer to Cummins Operation and Maintenance Manual
FILLER PIPE
4 - 7 Revised: March 2005RT700 Series
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