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Operating Conditions Precautions for Maintenance
Muddy Soil, Rainy or
Snowy Weather
Before Operation: Check tightness of plug and all drain cocks.
After Operation: Clean the machine and check for cracks and damage. Check for loose or
missing bolts and nuts. Lubricate all necessary parts without delay. If the
machine should be submerged in water more than approximately 450 mm
water may get into the brake device (like the park brake), resulting in poor
braking performance. Watch out when starting/stopping the machine.
Near the Ocean Before Operation: Check tightness of plugs and all drain cocks.
After Operation: Thoroughly clean the machine with fresh water to wash off salt. Service elec
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trical equipment often to prevent corrosion.
Dusty
Atmosphere
Air Cleaner: Clean the element regularly at shorter service intervals.
Radiator: Clean the oil cooler screen to prevent clogging of the radiator core.
Fuel System: Clean the filter element and strainer regularly at shorter service intervals.
Electrical Equipment: Clean them regularly, in particular, the commutator surface of the alternator
and starter.
Rocky Ground Chassis: Check for damage on tires, for loose, cracked, worn, and damaged bolts and
nuts.
Front Attachment: Standard attachment may be damaged when digging rocky ground. Rein
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force the bucket before using it, or use a heavy duty bucket.
Freezing Weather Fuel: Use high quality fuel suitable for low temperature.
Check the fuel tank breather pipe freezing.
Lubricant: Use high quality low viscosity hydraulic oil and engine oil.
Engine Coolant: Be sure to use antifreeze.
Battery: Fully charge the batteries regularly at shorter service intervals. If not charged
fully, electrolyte may freeze.
Tires and Frames: Keep fires and frames clean. Park the machine on a hard surface to prevent
the tires from freezing to the ground.
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