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MHP3 Diesel User Manual ◄ 13
PREPARATION FOR USE
ENGINE
1.
NOTICE
Do not operate the TracHorse until you have read
the engine operating and maintenance instructions
manual furnished in addition to this manual.
Engine Crankcase Oil Level
Always check the oil level before starting the engine.
Make sure the oil level is at the FULL MARK on the
dipstick. Do not overll. Use oil as specied in the
engine operating and maintenance manual.
2.
NOTICE
The engine oil sump must never be overlled.
Overlling can cause the engine to overheat and
cause crankshaft seal damage.
Engine Fuel Level
Check the fuel level. If low, ll with DF-1 or DF-2
diesel fuel (A.S.T.M. D975-66T No. 1 or no. 2 dark).
NOTICE
Shut the engine off before attempting to add fuel to
the fuel tank. Do not remove the fuel cap while the
engine is running. Do not add fuel to the tank while
the engine is hot. Do not ll the fuel tank to a point of
overowing.
HYDRAULIC FLUID
Check the sight gauge in the hydraulic uid reservoir for
the proper uid level.
RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC OILS
Below is a list of recommended oils by brand.
BATTERY
The supplied battery is maintenance free.
NOTE:
Before starting the engine make sure the tool circuit
switch is in the OFF position.
DUAL CIRCUIT OPERATION
Facing the panel, the male quick disconnect ttings are
the PRESSURE FLUID OUT tting. The female quick
disconnect ttings are the RETURN FLUID IN (RE-
TURN) tting.
The “Dual Circuit” control panel contains connections for
two 5 GPM tool circuits. In addition, the two circuits may
be combined into one 10 GPM tool circuit.
1. If using one 5 GPM tool circuit, select either circuit
and connect the PRESSURE FLUID OUT hose to
the male coupler and connect the RETURN FLUID
IN (RETURN) to the female coupler near to it. Con-
nect the other ends of the hoses to the tool.
If using both 5 GPM tool circuits, connect PRES-
SURE FLUID OUT hoses to the male couplers and
connect the RETURN FLUID IN (RETURN) hoses
to the female couplers. Connect the other ends of
the hoses to the tools.
2. Ensure the throttle control is depressed fully to the
idle position.
OPERATION
Brand Biodegradable Description
CITGO No Hydurance AW32
AMS Oil No HVH 32
Exxon Mobil No Univis HVI26*
Exxon Mobil No DTE 10 Excel
Shell No S2 V 32
Chevron No Rando HDZ 32
Conoco Phillips No Unax AW-WR-32
Clarion (CITGO) Yes Green Bio 32
Exxon Mobil Yes EAL 224H
Chevron Yes Clarity AW32
Terresolve Yes Envirologic 132
Shell Yes Naturelle HF-E-32
*Recommended for extreme cold temperatures