Operator's Manual

Maintenance
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4. Clamp the fuel lines on both sides of the fuel
filter (Fig. 37).
5. Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together
and slide them away from the filter (Fig. 37).
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Figure 37
1. Filter 2. Hose clamp
6. Place a drain pan under the fuel lines to catch
any leaks, then remove the filter from the fuel
lines.
7. Loosen the screw securing the fuel filter clamp
and slide the filter free of the clamp.
8. Install a new filter in the clamp and tighten the
clamp screw to secure it.
9. Slide the fuel line back on the fuel filter fittings
and move the hose clamps close to the filter.
10. Remove the clamp blocking fuel flow and open
the fuel valves.
11. Secure the tank cap.
12. Replace the side screen and close the hood.
Draining the Fuel Tank
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you, others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Drain gasoline from the fuel tanks when the
engine is cold. Do this outdoors in an open
area. Wipe up any gasoline that spills.
• Do not drain gasoline near an open flame
or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by
a spark.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel.
• Do not syphon the fuel by mouth; instead,
use a pump type or mechanical syphon.
1. Lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and
remove the key.
2. Syphon the gasoline from the tank using a pump
type syphon.
Note: Now is the best time to install a new
fuel filter because the fuel tanks are
empty.
Servicing the Hydraulic
System
Replacing the Hydraulic Filter
Change the hydraulic filter:
• After the first 8 operating hours.
• After every 200 operating hours.
1. Position traction unit on a level surface.