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5. When adding hydraulic oil, only fill to the specified oil
level as marked on the front of the hydraulic oil tank
(Figure 7). dO nOT overfill.
Figure 7. Oil Tank (Front View)

Checking the air Cleaner

1. To check the engine oil level, place the compactor on
secure level ground with the engine stopped.
2. Loosen the wing nut (Figure 8), remove the air cleaner
cover.
Figure 8. Checking the Air Cleaner
CauTiOn
dO nOT overfill hydraulic oil tank. This could cause
oil leaks and sluggish operation. Clean cap and
surrounding area before opening to prevent dirt from
entering oil tank.
OILLEVEL
OIL
TANK
WING
NUT
AIR
CLEANER
INSpECTION
3. Remove the air cleaner element (Figure 9) and inspect
it for signs of wear or dirt. If air cleaner element is dirty,
clean or replace element.
Figure 9. Air Cleaner Element

Checking The Fuel

1. Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low,
replenish with diesel fuel (Figure 10 ).
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
dO nOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Figure 10. Refueling
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eXpLOsive FueL!
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can
be dangerous if mishandled. dO nOT
smoke while refueling. dO nOT attempt
to refuel if the engine is hot or running.