User Manual

SERIES 50 OPERATOR'S GUIDE
3. Dispose of used oil and
filters in an environmentall y
responsible manner, according
to federal (EPA) and/or state
recommendations.
4. Clean the filter gasket-contact
surface of the adaptor head with a
clean, lint-free cloth.
5. Fill the new filters with clean
lubricating oil and lightly coat the
filter gaskets with the same oil.
6. Start the new filters on the adaptor
head and tighten by hand until
the gaskets touch th e mounting
adaptor head. Tighten filters an
additional two-thirds turn by
hand, or as indicated on the
filter.
NOTICE:
Do not overtighten filters.
Overtightening may crack or
distort the filter adaptor.
7. Add oil as r equired to bring the
level to the “Full” mark on the
dipstick.
PERSONAL INJURY
Diesel engine exhaust and some
of its constituents are known to
the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, and other
reproductive harm.
□ Always start and operate an
engine in a well ventilated
area.
□ If operating an engine in
an enclosed area, vent the
exhaust to the outside.
□ Do not modify or tamper
with the exhaust sys tem or
emission co ntr ol system.
8. Start and run the engine for
a short period and check for
leaks. After any leaks h ave been
corrected, stop the engine long
enough for oil from various parts
of the engine to drain back to
the crank case (approximately 20
minutes). Add oil as required to
bring the level to the “Full” mark
on the dipstick.
All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 01/04) 87
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