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OPERATION
Failure to operate the vehicle properly can result in a collision, loss of control, accident or rollover,
which may result in serious injury or death. Read and understand all safety warnings outlined in this
owner’s manual.
Break-In Period
The break-in period for your new vehicle is the first 50 hours of operation. No single action
on your part is as important as a proper break-in period. Careful treatment of a new engine
will result in more efficient performance and longer life for the engine.
New Engine Break-In
1. Fill the fuel tank with the recommended fuel. See page 34.
2. On the initial engine start-up, allow the engine to idle for approximately 15 minutes.
Check for proper engine oil pressure, diesel fuel leaks, engine oil leaks, coolant leaks,
hydraulic leaks and proper operation of the indicators and gauges.
3. During the first hour of operation, vary engine speed and the load on the engine. Short
periods of maximum engine speed and load are desirable. Avoid prolonged operation at
minimum or maximum engine speeds and loads for the next 4 to 5 hours.
4. During the break-in period, carefully observe the engine oil pressure, engine temperature
and hydraulic fluid temperature.
5. Check the engine oil, engine coolant and hydraulic fluid level frequently during the
break-in period. Perform regular checks on areas outlined on the daily pre-ride
inspection checklist. See page 33.
6. Change both the engine oil and the filter at 50 hours.
7. Check fluid levels of transmission and all gearcases after the first 25 hours of operation
and every 100 hours thereafter.
WARNING