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MQ41TDH — INITIAL START-UP (ENGINE)
Fuel
CAUTION :
Never fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or in the dark. Fuel spillage on a hot engine can cause a fire or explosion. If fuel spillage occurs, wipe up the spilled fuel completely to prevent fire hazards.
1.Determine if engine fuel is low by removing fuel cap and looking inside tank. Fill with diesel fuel. DO NOT fill the tank beyond capacity.
CAUTION :
DO NOT smoke while refueling, motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled.
2.Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does not have a spout use a funnel.
3.Pay attention to the fuel tank capacity when replenishing fuel. Refer to the fuel tank capacity listed on page 11, Specification Table1.
4.Tighten fuel tank cap securely after filling.
Speed Control Lever
1.Set the Speed Control Lever (Figure 5) to a position half way between start and stop.
NOTE
Selecting a lower engine speed will reduce smoke when starting.
Figure 5. Speed Control Lever
MQ41TDH TRASH PUMP — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #3 (04/02/07) — PAGE 17