Chapter 5
Operation
Before Operation
Performing Daily Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in the
Maintenance Schedule.
Fuel
Fuel Specifications
IMPORTANT
Never use kerosene or gasoline instead of diesel fuel.
Petroleum Diesel
Type Use summer grade diesel fuel (No. 2-D) at temperatures above
-7°C (20°F) and winter grade (No. 1-D or No. 1-D/2-D blend)
below that temperature. Use of winter grade fuel at lower
temperatures provides lower flash point and cold flow
characteristics which eases starting and reduces fuel filter
plugging.
Use of summer grade fuel above -7°C (20°F) contributes toward
longer fuel pump life and increased power compared to winter
grade fuel.
Sulfur content Low (<500 ppm) or ultra low (<15 ppm)
Minimum Cetane Rating 40
Storage Acquire only enough clean, fresh diesel fuel or biodiesel fuel that
you will consume within 180 days. Do not use fuel that has been
stored for more than 180 days.
Oil and additives Do not add to the fuel
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