OPERATING PROCEDURES
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The oil should be changed in accordance with the Periodic Service Schedule while the engine is warm. See SERVICE AND
MAINTENANCE for checking oil level and changing oil procedures.
Fig. 4 Clean Entire Dipstick
COLD STARTING
Starting a cold engine may require use of the choke. Depress the accelerator approximately 1" (2.5 cm) or until the starter just
begins to operate. Pull the choke out if required. Accelerate slowly and push the choke in completely when the engine runs
smoothly.
Do not allow the starter to operate continuously for more than 10 seconds. Allow 30 seconds between starting attempts.
If the vehicle does not start on the third attempt, turn the key switch off, set the park brake and determine the cause of
the problem.
.If the vehicle had been running and the engine does not start within 10 seconds, use the choke.
STARTING AND DRIVING
To reduce the possibility of roll-back which could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do
not release service brake until engine has started.
To operate vehicle:
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Apply the service brake, place the key in the key switch and turn it to the ‘ON’ position.
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Move the direction selector to the direction desired.
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Release the park brake by depressing the service brake pedal until the park brake releases.
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Slowly depress the accelerator pedal to start the engine. Release service brake when engine starts.
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When the accelerator pedal is released, the ignition circuit is de-energized and the engine stops. To stop the vehicle
more quickly, depress the service brake pedal
When the direction selector is in the reverse position, a warning signal will sound to indicate that the vehicle is ready to run in
reverse.
STARTING THE VEHICLE ON A HILL
To reduce the possibility of roll-back which could result in severe injury or vehicle damage, do
not release service brake until engine has started.
NOTICE
Summary of Contents for Shuttle 22 TXT - Electric
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Page 67: ...Appendix A 1 VEHICLE EMISSION STATEMENTS Owner s Guide VEHICLE EMISSION STATEMENTS...
Page 68: ...Appendix A 2 Owner s Guide VEHICLE EMISSION STATEMENTS...
Page 73: ...Appendix B 1 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner s Guide DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EUROPE ONLY...
Page 74: ...Appendix B 2 Owner s Guide DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...
Page 75: ...Appendix B 3 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Owner s Guide...
Page 76: ...Appendix B 4 Owner s Guide DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY NOTES...
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