Installation, Caution, Warning – Lincoln Electric COMMANDER SVM145-B User Manual

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OIL

The Commander 300 is shipped with the
engine crankcase filled with high quality
SAE 1OW-30 oil (API class CD or better).

CHECK THE OIL LEVEL BEFORE YOU START THE
ENGINE. If it is not up to the FULL mark on the dip-
stick, add oil as required. Check the oil every four
hours of running time during the first 35 running hours.
Refer to the engine operatorís manual for specific oil
recommendations and break-in information. The oil
change interval is dependent on the quality of the oil
and the operating environment. Refer to the engine
operatorís manual for the proper service and mainte-
nance intervals.

For more oil fill and service information, see the
Maintenance section of this manual.

FUEL

Use Diesel fuel only.

Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh diesel fuel.
The Commander 300 has 25 gallon (94.6
liter) fuel tank. See the engine operatorís manual for
specific fuel recommendations. The Commander 300
Deluxe is protected by a low fuel shutdown to prevent
the engine from running out of fuel. The machine will
indicate a low fuel condition by turning on the low fuel
light. Once the light comes on, the machine will have
thirty minutes before it shuts down. The operator can
override this feature by restarting the engine, which
restarts the timer. The amount of reserve fuel remain-
ing in the tank after the first shutdown will vary from
machine to machine. The operator must determine the
amount of fuel remaining before restarting the
machine. Running out of fuel may require bleeding
the fuel injection pump.

NOTE: Before starting the engine, open the fuel shut-
off valve. The pointer on the valve should be in line
with the hose.

FUEL CAP

Remove the plastic cap covering from the fuel tank filler
neck and install the fuel cap.

COOLING SYSTEM

The Deutz engine is air cooled by a belt-driven axial
blower. The oil cooler and engine cooling fins should
be blown out with compressed air or steam to maintain
proper cooling. See the engine operator’s manual for
procedures and frequency.

BATTERY CONNECTIONS

BATTERY ACID CAN BURN EYES AND
SKIN.

• Wear gloves and eye protection and be care-

ful when working near a battery. Follow the
instructions printed on the battery.

The Commander 300 is shipped with the
negative battery cable disconnected.
Before you operate the machine, make sure

the IGNITION switch is in the OFF position and remove
and discard the insulating cap from the negative bat-
tery terminal. Attach the disconnected cable securely
to the battery terminal. If the battery is discharged and
won't start the engine, see the battery charging instruc-
tions in the Maintenance section.

MUFFLER OUTLET PIPE

Remove the plastic plug covering the muffler outlet
tube. Using the clamp provided, secure the outlet pipe
to the outlet tube with the pipe positioned so that it will
direct exhaust in the desired direction.

SPARK ARRESTER

Diesel engine mufflers may emit sparks when the
engine is running. Some federal, state, or local laws
require spark arresters in locations where unarrested
sparks could present a fire hazard.

Standard mufflers (like the one included with the
Commander 300) do not act as spark arresters. When
local laws require it, a spark arrester must be installed
on the machine and properly maintained. An optional
spark arrester kit (K903-1) is available for your
Commander 300. See the Accessories section of this
manual for more information.

An incorrect spark arrester may lead to engine damage
or may adversely affect performance.

INSTALLATION

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COMMANDER 300