Komatsu — 16.1 WHEN MACHINE RUNS OUT OF FUEL

OPERATION 16. TROUBLESHOOTING 16.1 WHEN MACHINE RUNS OUT OF FUEL WARNING The engine will start, so check carefully that the area around the engine is safe before cranking the engine. If the machine has run out of fuel, add fuel then bleed the air from the fuel system before starting the engine. PROCEDURE FOR BLEEDING AIR Turn the key in the starting switch to the start positions and crank the engine for 15 - 20 seconds. Repeat this procedure 2-3 times to bleed air. NOTE: Do not operate the starting motor continuously for more than 20 seconds. After 20 seconds, stop and wait for two minutes. The air can be bled quickly if the fuel tank is completely filled with fuel. 2-79 WA320-3MC