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OPERATING THE ENGINE
5. After switching to the LH tank, if the fuel gauge
indicates "E", the fuel in the LH tank (secondary tank)
is empty (less than 3.4 L (0.9 U.S gals.) in the LH
tank). Refuel as soon as possible. (See "Checking
Amount of Fuel and Refueling" in "DAILY CHECK" in
"PERIODIC SERVICE" section.)
A
Fill the fuel tank only to bottom of the filler neck.
A
Use the fuel from the RH tank (primary tank) first.
Before the RH tank (primary tank) becomes empty
(less than 9.0 L (2.38 U.S. gals.) in the RH tank),
switch to the LH tank (secondary tank).
A
Be careful not to empty the fuel tank. Otherwise air
may enter the fuel system.
Should this happen, the system should be bled. (See
"Bleeding Fuel System" in "SERVICE AS REQUIRED"
in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.)
B
Coolant Temperature Gauge
To avoid personal injury:
A
Do not remove radiator cap until coolant
temperature is well below its boiling point.
Then loosen cap slightly to the stop to relieve
any excess pressure before removing cap
completely.
If the indicator reaches red zone, or horn sounds
.
1. Place the PTO lever in the "DISENGAGE" (OFF)
position.
2. Move the machine to the level surface, and apply the
parking brake.
3. Place the throttle lever in the engine idle position, and
let the engine run for a few minutes.
4. Check the Cooling System, after it has sufficient time
to cool down.
Check the following items:
1. Shortage or leakage of the coolant.
2. Foreign matter on the radiator net or dust and dirt
between the radiator fins.
3. Looseness of fan belt.
4. Blockage in the radiator tube.
(See "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.)
(1) Coolant temperature gauge
