Fuel Rules

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Fuel Use and Cost Per Acre1
1. Farm Machinery Economic Cost Estimates For
2005" from the University of Minnesota

• Fuel Rules
• Use the highest gear and the lowest throttle
  setting that will not overload the engine.
• Dont let the engine idle excessively.
• Keep debris from the cooling system.
• Regularly change the air and fuel filters.
• Use the right fuel.
  Winter 1 diesel 130,000 BTUs per gal, Summer
  2 fuel 140,000 BTUs per gal.
• Check tire pressures regularly.
• Use duals only when needed.