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WARNING
NEVER operate the pump in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the pump.
NEVER operate the pumps's engine with the engine hood removed. The possibility exists of hands, long hair, and clothing becoming entangled with the
NEVER place hands or feet inside the hopper. ALWAYS make while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut down the engine before performing any kind of maintenance service on the pump.
NOTICE
Reference Figures 5, 6, and 7 for the location of any control or component referenced in this section.
Before Starting
1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2.Clean the entire pump, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, and heat exchanger.
3.Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty, replace air filter with a new one as required.
4.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
Fuel Safety
DANGER
Handle fuel safely. Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled. DO NOT smoke while refueling. DO NOT attempt to refuel the pump if the engine is hot or running.
DANGER
Diesel fuel is extremely flammable, and
its vapors can cause an explosion if
ignited. DO NOT start the engine near
spilled fuel or combustible fluids. DO NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot.
DO NOT overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from the ignition system. Store fuel in approved containers, in
Fuel Check
1.Check the fuel gauge (Figure 9) built into the fuel tank cap to determine if the pump's engine fuel is low.
Figure 9. Fuel Cap Gauge
2.If fuel is low, remove fuel filler cap and fill with #2 diesel fuel (Figure 10).
DIESEL | I |
FUEL |
G
Figure 10. Adding Diesel Fuel
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