TM9-4310-396-132-6.2 HandlingtheEngine.CAUTIONAvoid applying any prolonged loads during the initial 20 hours of operation.Damage to engine could occur.2-6.3SelectionandHandlingofFuelOil.WARNINGRefuel in a well ventilated area with engine stopped. Do not smoke or allowflames or sparks in area where engine is refueled or where fuel is stored. Do notoverfill fuel tank and insure tank cap is securely closed. Be careful not to spillfuel when refueling. If any fuel is spilled, clean and insure area is dry beforestarting engine. Flames and explosion may occur. Failure to observe this warningmay result in severe personal injury or death.CAUTIONMake sure that no dust or water is mixed in the fuel when filling the fuel tank fromdrums. This may lead to serious fuel pump and fuel injection nozzle problems.CAUTIONOnly use recommended fuel (Appendix E, item 17). Use of non-recommended fuelmay cause clogging in filter element, fuel pump, or fuel injection nozzle. Thisclogging often causes sudden engine stops after starting. Fuel substitutes are notrecommended; they may be harmful to fuel system components.2-6.4HandlingtheEngineOilSystem.CAUTIONEngine may be damaged if operated with insufficient lube oil. Refer toLO9-4310-396-12. It is also dangerous to supply too much lube oil to enginebecause a sudden increase in engine rpm could be caused by its combustion. Alwayscheck lube oil level before starting engine and refill if necessary.2-6.5UseProperLubeOiltoPreserveYourEngine.CAUTIONNothing affects performance and durability of engine more than lube oil used. Referto LO9-4310-396-12 for correct oil. If inferior oil used or if engine oil is not changedregularly, risk of internal combustion piston seizure, piston ring set sticking,accelerated wear of cylinder liner, ball bearing, and other moving componentsincreases significantly. Engine life may be seriously shortened.2-27
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