Carlton SP8018, Owner'S Manual, Page: 28 / 96

SP8018 MACHINE CONTROLS
ENGINE CONTROLS
*Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for controls, operation, and service.
A machine equipped with a wireless remote system will have an On/Off toggle switch and
engine ignition key switch for startup and shutdown of the engine. The On/Off toggle switch is
located on the machine control box and must be switched to the On position before engine will
start.
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On/Off Switch
This is a three-position switch; Off, Remote On or
Machine On. To operate the machine with the
remote control, first place the switch in the Remote
On position then turn the engine ignition key switch
to the On position. Follow the Remote Operations
procedure to complete startup. To operate using
machine control panel, first place the switch in the
Machine On position then turn the engine ignition
key switch to the on position. To shut off the engine,
return the On/Off switch to the Off position. (Refer
to Machine Operations Section of manual for startup
and shutdown procedures)
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Ignition Switch
Turn the ignition key switch clockwise one stop
(On position) to turn the electrical system on. The
key should remain in the on position while the
engine is running. Turn the key fully clockwise
(Start position) this will start the engine. To shut
off the engine, return the key to the off position.
(
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for
specific engine controls and operation.)
CUTTER WHEEL ENGAGEMENT LEVER
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Before engaging or disengaging the cutter wheel,
make sure the engine is at an idle speed!
To engage the cutter wheel, lift the clutch lever until it
locks in place. To disengage the cutter wheel, push the
lever down until is locks in place.
DANGER
Engaging or Disengaging Cutter Wheel at High Engine
Speed Can Cause Personal Injury and Machine Damage.
Always Disengage Before Turning Machine On/Off.
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