Multiquip TRASH PUMP (hatz 1B40u-2203a diesel engine) Qp4tZt10p - Manual (Page 17)

qp4TzT10p/TMp16F/TMpXF Trash puMp • operaTion & parTs Manual — rev. #1 (08/29/11) — page 17
inspectiOn (engine)
BeFore sTarTing
1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2. Clean the pump, removing dirt and dust, particularly
the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
3. Check the air filter for dirt and dust. If air filter is dirty,
replace air filter with a new one as required.
4. Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with
dry compressed air.
5. Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
engine oil Check
1. To check the engine oil level, place the pump on secure
level ground with the engine stopped.
2. Remove the filler dipstick from the engine oil filler hole
(Figure 5) and wipe clean.
Figure 5. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
Danger
never operate the pump in a confined
area or enclosed area structure that does
not provide ample free flow of air.
CauTion
alWaYs wear approved eye and hearing
protection before operating the pump.
3. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into
the filler neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4. If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil
filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 6).
Maximum oil capacity is 1.6 quarts (1.5 liters).
Figure 6. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
Fuel Check
1. Remove the fuel cap located on top of fuel tank.
2. Visually inspect to see if the fuel level is low. If fuel is
low, replenish with diesel fuel.
3. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
Do noT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately!
Table 6. oil Type
season Temperature oil Type
Summer 25°C or Higher SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall 25°C ~ 10°C SAE 10W-30/20
Winter 0°C or Lower SAE 10W-10
Danger
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can be
dangerous if mishandled. Do noT smoke
while refueling. Do noT attempt to refuel the
pump if the engine is hot! or running.