New TC owner with questions about security code and winter fuel.

[ruffdog]

Here is Bobcat's fuel additive:

All-Tier Fuel Additive, Winter Formula | 729531 | Genuine Bobcat Parts

 

[ruffdog]

Ruffdog,

Thanks, I will get the code from the dealer this week. It has been frustrating me but I see now I need a code that I don't have to do what I want.

I was in the same spot as you when I bought my Toolcat. The dealer contacted the company to get the code and I was all set. I do like the code system and how you can change it for other people using the equipment. The long beep after you shut it down will not happen if you use the code to lock it. That was a reminder beep to secure the equipment.

 

[CobyRupert]

Run the additives. After a freeze up I’ll never trust the “winter blend” diesel sold by my local again even after I called and was assured it was blended/winterized (Rhymes with Cucumberland Farms).
Depending on where you store tractor, keep tank full-ish. There’s less air in tank above fuel that can go through heating/cooling cycles where it “rains” (condensing into water).
Check if your tractor has ways to drain water condensate from the bottom of tank and fuel filter if you ever need to. But do so when above 32F.
Block heaters are great. A blow dryer can be your friend.

 

[ruffdog]

It seems the suppliers treat/blend the fuel for current conditions, not the upcoming frigid temps of NEXT month.

 

[BisonTC]

Thanks everyone, got the code from the dealer and was able to program the TC, bought some additive from the dealer, and found the cord for the block heater. Ready for the snow!

 

[coldsteelva]

Thanks everyone, got the code from the dealer and was able to program the TC, bought some additive from the dealer, and found the cord for the block heater. Ready for the snow!

That's great - Any idea why the dealer didn't acquire/provide the number at sale? Is this a special type of request?

 

[BisonTC]

Good question. The service person told me they usually don’t give out this number and prefer I not put a lock code on it. I had to insist that I really wanted it and then he looked it up for me. Not sure why it would matter to them?

 

[ruffdog]

On these units, there are 3 different types of codes, Master, owner, and operator. As a new owner, you want to be able to set your own operator code. To do that, you need the master code and Bobcat and the responsible owner will keep that VERY secretive. Once you make your owner's code, never use the master code, maybe forget it. Then, as the owner, to can make up to 3 operator codes that other users can use. The owner can always go back in and change the operator codes if you need to. Doing it this way ensures the security for the machines owner.

 

[BisonTC]

How do I know if I was given the owner code or the master code? I was able to program operator codes but it wasn’t immediately clear to me which code I have. Thanks.

 

[ruffdog]

The owner code is code0 and the operator codes are code1, code2, code3 when you program. If you have the master code, you can program code0. You can always call the dealer too. Don't be using your master code for daily operation....only for programming the owner code.