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3. Remove loose dirt from element with compressed
air or water hose directed from inside out.
Compressed Air: 100 psi maximum with nozzles
at least one inch away from
element.
Water Hose: 40 psi maximum without nozzle.
4. Soak element in a mild detergent solution for 15
minutes. Do not soak more than 24 hours. Swish
element around in the solution to help remove dirt.
5. Rinse elements from inside out with a gentle stream
of water (less than 40 psi) to remove all suds and
dirt.
6. Dry element before reuse with warm air at less than
160°F (71°C). Do not use a light bulb to dry the ele-
ment.
7. Inspect for holes and tears by looking through the
element toward a bright light. Check for damaged
gaskets or dented metal parts. Do not reuse dam-
aged elements. Protect element from dust and
damage during drying and storage.
8. Reinstall air filter element.
After six cleanings replace air filter. A cleaned filter
will have approximately 70% of the life of a new fil-
ter element. A restricted filter element may not
appear excessively dirty.
FUEL
At the end of each day’s use, refill the fuel tank to min-
imize moisture condensation and dirt contamination in
the fuel line. Do not overfill; leave room for the fuel to
expand.
Use only fresh No. 2D diesel fuel, the use of No. 1D
diesel fuel is recommended in place of No. 2D at tem-
peratures below 23°F (-5°C). Do not use kerosene.
See the Engine Operator's Manual for instructions on
replacing the fuel filter.
BLEEDING THE FUEL SYSTEM
You may need to bleed air from the fuel system if the
fuel filter or fuel lines have been detached, the fuel
tank has been ran empty or after periods of long stor-
age. It is recommended that the fuel shutoff valve be
closed during periods of non-use.
To avoid personal injury, do not bleed a hot
engine. This could cause fuel to spill onto a hot
exhaust manifold, creating a danger of fire.
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Use motor oil designed for diesel engines that meets
requirements for API service classification
CC/CD/CE/CF/CF-4/CG-4 or CH-4.
ACEA E1/E2/E3. Always check the API service label
on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters
indicated. (Note: An S-grade oil must not be used in a
diesel engine or damage may result. It IS permissible
to use an oil that meets S and C grade service classi-
fications.)
SAE 10W30 is recommended for general, all tempera-
ture use, 5F to 104F (-15C to 40C).
See engine owner’s manual for more specific informa-
tion on oil viscosity recommendations.
OIL FILTER CHANGE
• Drain the oil.
• Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench and
drain the oil into a suitable container. Discard the
used filter. Note: Care should be taken during filter
removal to not disrupt or damage in any way the fuel
lines.
• Clean the filter mounting base and coat the gasket
of the new filter with clean engine oil.
• Screw the new filter on by hand until the gasket con-
tacts the mounting base. Using an oil filter wrench,
tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 7/8 of a turn.
• Refill the crankcase with the specified amount of the
recommended engine oil. Reinstall the oil filler cap
and tighten securely.
• Start the engine and check for oil filter leaks.
• Stop the engine and check the oil level. If neces-
sary, add oil to the upper limit mark on the dipstick.
AIR FILTER
EXCESSIVE AIR FILTER RESTRICTION WILL
RESULT IN REDUCED ENGINE LIFE.
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The air filter element is a dry cartridge type. It can be
cleaned and reused; however, damaged elements
should not be reused. Stop engine after 100 hours of
running time and clean filter element , replace the filter
if necessary. Service air cleaner regularly according to
Engine Operator’s Manual.
1. Locate the air filter canister located behind the
engine door on the top of the engine.
2. Remove air filter element.
BIG RED™ 600
CAUTION
WARNING