INTRODUCTION BREAKING IN THE NEW MACHINE Each machine is carefully adjusted and tested before shipment. However, a new machine requires careful operation during the initial 100 hours as indicated by the service meter. If a machine is subjected to unreasonably hard use at the initial operation stage, the potential of performance will prematurely deteriorate and the service life will be reduced. A new machine must be operated with care, particularly with regard to the following items. During breaking in: After starting, let the engine idle for 3 to 5 minutes to allow proper engine warm-up prior to actual operation. l a Avoid operation with heavy loads or at high speeds.
l Avoid sudden starts or acceleration, unnecessarily abrupt stops and sharp steering except in cases of emergency. 0 At the first 250 hours of operation, the machine should be maintained in the manner described in Section 3 “MAINTENANCE”. * Hours of operation are indicated by the service meter. o-3