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Engine Oil and Filter
Change oil and filter initially after the first 50 hours of
operation, thereafter change oil and filter every 150 hours.
1. Remove drain plug (Fig. 48) and let oil flow into drain
pan. When oil stops, install drain plug.
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Figure 48
1. Engine oil drain plug
2. Remove oil filter (Fig. 49). Apply a light coat of clean
oil to the new filter seal before screwing it on. Do not
over-tighten.
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Figure 49
1. Engine oil filter
3. Add oil to crankcase; refer to Checking the Engine Oil,
page 20.
Servicing the Fuel System
Fuel Tank
Drain and clean fuel tank every 2 years. Also, drain and
clean tank if fuel system becomes contaminated or if
machine is to be stored for an extended period. Use clean
fuel to flush out the tank.
Fuel Lines and Connections
Check lines and connections every 400 hours or yearly,
whichever comes first. Inspect for deterioration, damage, or
loose connections.
Fuel Filter/Water Separator
Drain water or other contaminants from fuel filter / water
separator (Fig. 50) daily.
1. Locate fuel filter, under hydraulic tank, and place a
clean container under it.
2. Loosen drain plug on bottom of filter canister. Tighten
plug after draining.
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Figure 50
1. Fuel filter/water separator 2. Drain plug
Replace filter canister after every 400 hours of operation.
1. Clean area where filter canister mounts.
2. Remove filter canister and clean mounting surface.
3. Lubricate gasket on filter canister with clean oil.
4. Install filter canister by hand until gasket contacts
mounting surface, then rotate an additional 1/2 turn.
Replacing the Fuel Pre Filter
Replace the fuel pre filter after every 400 operating hours
or yearly, whichever occurs first.
1. Remove screw securing filter to frame rail.
2. Clamp both fuel lines that connect to the fuel filter so
fuel cannot drain when lines are removed.