WARNING: Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank or conditioner opening.
Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
The fuel tanks are located in the tractor’s fenders. (Fig. 11-8) Total
capacity for the fuel tanks is 12 U.S. gallon (45.4 liter)
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
The fuel filter (Fig. 11-9A, 11-9B & 11-9C) is installed in the fuel line
between fuel tanks and engine fuel pump. Replace filter annually or after
every 500 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
When replacing the fuel filter, check the fuel line hoses and fuel shut-
off valve grommet for any cracks or leaks.
On early units a fuel shut-off valve is located on the outlet port of each
fuel tank. (Fig. 11-10A) Close these valves (turn clockwise) to prevent fuel
flow to the engine.
Current production units have a fuel shut-off valve attached to the
crossmember next to the hour meter. (Fig. 11-10B) Close this valve
(center position) to prevent fuel flow to the engine. Fig 11-10B shows the
valve’s two other positions.
Engine oil and filter
Check engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of operation. Crankcase
dipstick and oil filler tube are located at the rear of the machine (Fig. 11-
11A, 11-11B & 11-11C). Tractor must be setting level when checking oil.
Refer to engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil recommendation
and capacities.
Change the engine oil and filter after the first 5 hours of operation, per
the engine manufacturer’s recommendations after that. If tractor is being
operated in extremely dirty conditions, then it is recommended oil be
changed more frequently.
The oil drain and oil filter are located at the rear of the engine. Fig. 11-
11A, 11-11B & 11-11C
Figure 11-10B
Fuel valve (shown in closed position)
Left fuel tank
Right fuel tank
Figure 11-10A
Fuel shut-off valve
Valve grommet
Figure 11-9B
Fuel filter
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