TM 5-3895-359-14&P
Install exhaust extension on exhaust pipe and air
Service Classification of Oil
cleaner extension on air cleaner.
In addition to the S.A.E. Viscosity grades, oils are also
classified according to severity of engine service. Use
Check steering gear housing and hydraulic brake master
oils classified by the American Petroleum Institute as
cylinder reservoirs. Lift access door on operator's
Service MS, SD or SE. These types of oil are for
platform.
engines performing under unfavorable or severe
operating conditions such as: high speeds, constant
Assemble "skis" to hood bottom. The hood must be
starting and stopping, operating in extreme high or low
raised to do this. Refer to "operating instructions". The
temperatures and excessive idling.
skis consist of two right and left side pieces. The rear
ski pins slip into slots in the hood base, then push or
Fill the air cleaner bowl to level mark with the same
pound ski forward to lock. Secure to hood with the bolts
grade of oil used in the crankcase.
provided. Fit and bolt front ski in place (Fig. 1-7).
Lower hood.
The fuel tank should be filled with a good quality
gasoline free from dirt and water. The capacity of the
tank is approximately 13 gallons.
The gasoline should have an octane rating of at least
90. Low octane gasoline will cause the engine to
detonate, or knock, and if operation is continued under
this condition, cylinders will score, valves will burn,
Be sure that air vent in tank cap is not plugged with dirt,
as this would prevent fuel from flowing to the carburetor.
Preparation and Assembly of Miscellaneous
Equipment
Make a good visual inspection and check of the
machine. Refer to the engine manuals or manual
included in the miscellaneous equipment. Also refer to
Figure 1-7. Hood Assembly
the lubrication chart in this manual for oils and grease
and points of lubrication.
Connect intake hose to pump inlet. Install hose boom in
boom support at the right front of the mixer frame.
One set of extra shear pins and tines are included in the
Hose is supported by means of a loop and spring.
miscellaneous equipment for spares.
Thread hose thru spring loop and attach end of spring to
boom hook.
Remove protective tape from gauges and instruction
plates.
Caution: Do not operate pump without liquid in the
pump body or damage to the pump seal will result.
Install operator's platform seat.
(Refer to
liquid handling system before starting.)
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