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Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Starting/Stopping the Engine
Important
the fuel system must be bled if any of
the following situation have occurred.
A. Initial start up of a new machine.
B. The engine has ceased running due to lack of
fuel.
C. Maintenance has been performed on fuel system
components; i.e., filter replaced, separator
serviced, etc.
Refer to Bleeding the Fuel System.
1.
Ensure the parking brake is set, the power take-
off switch is in the OFF position and the lift lever
is in the TRANSPORT or FLOAT position.
Remove your foot from the traction pedal and
make sure it is in neutral.
2.
Move the throttle control to the 1/2-speed
position.
3.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON/Preheat
position. An automatic timer will control preheat
for 6 seconds. After preheat, turn the key to the
START position. CRANK THE ENGINE FOR
NO LONGER THAN 15 SECONDS. Release the
key when the engine starts. If additional preheat
is required, turn the key to the OFF position then
to the ON/preheat position. Repeat the process as
required.
4.
Run the engine at idle speed or partial throttle
until the engine warms up.
Note: Move the throttle to the
when restarting a warm engine.
5.
When the engine is started for the first time, or
after an engine oil change, or overhaul of the
engine, transmission or axle, operate the machine
1
⁄
-speed position
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in forward and reverse for one to two minutes.
Also operate the lift lever and power take-off
lever to assure proper operation of all parts. Turn
the steering wheel to the left and right to check
steering response. Then shut the engine off and
check fluid levels. Also check for oil leaks, loose
parts and any other noticeable malfunctions.
CAUTION
Shut the engine off and wait for all moving
parts to stop before checking for oil leaks, loose
parts or other malfunctions.
6.
To stop the engine, move the throttle control
backward to the SLOW position, move the power
take-off switch to the OFF position and turn the
ignition key to OFF. Remove the key from the
switch to prevent accidental starting.
Bleeding the Fuel System
1.
Park the machine on a level surface. Make sure
the fuel tank is at least half full.
DANGER
Under certain conditions, diesel fuel and fuel
vapors are highly flammable and explosive. A
fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and
others and can cause property damage.
•
Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank
outdoors, in an open area, when the engine
is off and is cold. Wipe up any fuel that
spills.
•
Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.
Add fuel to the fuel tank until the level is 1
in. (25 mm) below the bottom of the filler
neck. This empty space in the tank allows
the fuel to expand.
•
Never smoke when handling fuel, and stay
away from an open flame or where fuel
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
•
Store fuel in a clean, safety-approved
container and keep the cap in place.
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