BREAKING IN YOUR NEW MACHINE BREAKING IN YOUR NEW MACHINE Each machine is carefully adjusted and tested before shipment. However, a new machine requires careful operation during the first 100 hours to break in the various parts. If a machine is subjected to unreasonably hard use at the initial operation stage, the potential of performance will prematurely deteriorate and the ser- vice life will be reduced. A new machine must be operated with care, partic- ularly with regard to the following items. After starting, let the engine idle for 5 minutes to allow proper engine warm-up prior to actual operation. Avoid operation with heavy loads or at high speeds.
Sudden starting or acceleration, unnecessarily abrupt braking and sharp turning should be avoided. l At the first 250 hours of * operation, the machine should be maintained in the following manner in addition to usual 250 hours service: I) Replacement of fuel filter car- * When replacing oil filter elements (cartridges), check their interiors for dirt and dust. If heavily collected, check for possible cause before starting operation. Hours of operation are indicated by the service meter. tridge and transmission oil filter element 2) Checking and adjustment of engine valve clearance For replacement procedure and details, see maintenance table in the maintenance section. -2- w-01239