Operation Section
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LP-Gas Engine
WARNING
LP - Gas fuel is flammable and can cause
personal injury.
Inspect LP - Gas fuel lines and fitting for leaks.
Inspect tank for secure mounting.
1.
Turn the tank fuel valve ON by slowly turning
the valve counterclockwise. Observe the LP –
Gas gauge (if equipped).
2.
Don’t press accelerator pedal, and turn the
ignition switch to the START position.
3.
Once the engine starts, release the ignition
switch.
4.
If the engine does not start, repeat step 2.
5.
If engine coolant is cold, engine speed could be
higher than normal low idle speed. Don’t drive
forklift until engine speed becomes normal low
idle speed.
Diesel Engine
Starting a Cold Diesel Engine
1
. Turn the key to the ON position. The start
preheat light will come ON. The preheat light will
stay ON approximately seven seconds,
depending on the surrounding air temperature.
NOTICE
Do not engage the starter for more than 10
seconds.
2
. When the preheat light goes OFF, turn the key
to the START position, with the accelerator
pedal fully depressed.
3
. Release the key when the engine starts and
release the accelerator pedal to a low idle
position.
4
. If the engine stalls or does not start, turn the key
to the OFF position, then repeat steps 1 thru 3.
Starting a Warm Diesel Engine
1
. Turn the key to the ON position and then to
START position, without waiting for the preheat
light to go OFF. At the same time fully depress
the accelerator.
2
. Release the key when the engine starts and
release the accelerator pedal to a low idle
position.
