sparkyjohn
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Just picked up a new Kioti CX2510. 24.5hp diesel engine. Never owned a diesel so i need to learn. How do these engines like to be run?
The book says when cold, after the glow plug light goes off, start and let idle at low RPM for a few minutes to warm up. This i understand.
What i need to know is when running and using do these tractors like to be left running or is turning on and off ok? I see to use the rear PTO it must be at the red mark [2600 rpm] so should i always run at this mark or is running at higher or lower rpm's ok when driving? If i am on and off, is letting it idle ok or should it be left at a higher idle? I know proper use will help an engine last longer. I understand gas engines very well so if i should treat it the same as i would a gas engine then i am good to go. Thanks.
The book says when cold, after the glow plug light goes off, start and let idle at low RPM for a few minutes to warm up. This i understand.
What i need to know is when running and using do these tractors like to be left running or is turning on and off ok? I see to use the rear PTO it must be at the red mark [2600 rpm] so should i always run at this mark or is running at higher or lower rpm's ok when driving? If i am on and off, is letting it idle ok or should it be left at a higher idle? I know proper use will help an engine last longer. I understand gas engines very well so if i should treat it the same as i would a gas engine then i am good to go. Thanks.