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5.3 Starting Procedure
Before starting the engine, perform the pre-operation safety checklist. Once com-
plete, you may proceed by following this procedure:
1.
Enter machine with lift arms all the way down. Maintain three points of
contact (defined as: one foot and two hands, or one hand and two feet) with
the machine (fig. 5.3-1).
2.
Sit down into the operator’s seat, fasten seat belt, then lower lap bar into
position.
3.
Position the throttle in the SLOW (turtle icon) position.
4.
Turn the ignition key to the on position to “pre-heat” the ignition system.
While this occurs, the pre-heat operation light will illuminate.
5.
Once the pre-heat operation light goes out, turn the ignition key to the
right to start the engine.
6.
With the exhaust adequately vented, bring the engine and hydraulic oil up to
operating temperature. Low oil temperatures can cause the control system
to respond sluggishly.
7.
Set the throttle to desired rpm for operation.
Note:
The parking brake is automatically engaged when the engine is turned off,
the operator is not in the seat or the lap bar is raised.
5.3-1
5.3-2
Entering or exiting the vehicle under raised lift arms could result in injury
or death. Never allow anyone beneath raised, unsecured lift arms (fig.
5.3-2).
VT-70 High Output US ISO O&M
0404-853 2019-09
Personal Protective Equipment should be worn during operation in
accordance with section 2.5 of this manual.
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