Hitachi 090001, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATING THE ENGINE
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Engine Auto-Stop in Extremely Low Temperature
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WARNING: This function automatically stops
the engine. Take extra care on the work and work
environment when using this function.
IMPORTANT: If the machine is left without operation
under -20 °C or lower environment for long period of
time, exhaust gas component may accumulate in the
muffler filter, damage to the muffler filter may result.
Under -20 °C or lower environment, the engine will
automatically stop 60 minutes after the pilot control shut-off
lever is pulled to the LOCK position. 30 seconds before the
engine stop, the monitor displays a message that engine
will be stopped (1) and the indicator starts flashing. Also the
buzzer sounds. The buzzer sounds once at 30 seconds before,
then continuously sounds from 15 seconds. The engine speed
decreases to the idling speed, and then stops after 15 seconds.
When the control shut-off lever is pushed down before
stopping the engine, the auto shut-down is disabled and the
engine will not stop.
IMPORTANT: When the engine stops, turn the key switch
to ACC or OFF once and then turn it to START to restart
the engine. In the case the engine stops automatically,
turn the key switch OFF before leaving the machine for
long period of time. Do not leave the machine after
auto shut-down. Failure to do so may discharge the
batteries.
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NOTE: The engine can stop automatically when related
conditions are met regardless of the auto shut-down function
ON or OFF.