Hog Technologies Stripe Hog SK3000, Operation Manual

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SK3000 Systems
circuits from an overload. Gauges in the panel
allow the operator to monitor engine RPM and
important systems. Electronic engine controls
monitor critical engine functions providing opera-
tor warning alarms and/or engine shutdown to
prevent costly engine repairs.
The engine should be started when the SK3000
is on the job site, set up and ready to go to work.
Always check the fluid levels and all systems be -
fore starting the engine.
To start the engine:
Make sure the PTO is disengaged and all switches
on the tractor or other waterblasting equipment
are in the OFF position.
Turn the STOP/ON/START Key switch to ON and,
if needed, activate the preheat system for 5 sec-
onds. The preheat system provides easier start-
ing in cooler weather. The electronic control will
automatically set the throttle for start up. Refer
to the engine information manual for details on
engine startup and the preheat system.
When the control indicates the engine is ready to
start, rotate the Key switch to START and allow
the engine to warm up at idle speed for several
minutes. Then, with the engine still at idle, use
the clutch lever to engage the PTO clutch with a
slow and deliberate motion until the lever locks
into the engaged position. The electronic engine
control will sense the load and automatically
adjust the engine RPM to compensate for the ad -
ditional load as the PTO is engaged. Then set the
desired operating RPM using the Speed switch on
the control panel.
IMPORTANT:
The engine control panel is unique to the
engine installed on your unit and may oper-
ate differently than explained above. Some
control panels are programed to raise the
engine RPM to the proper operating speed
whenever the dump valve for the high pres-
sure waterblasting system is activated and
return the engine to idle when waterblasting
stops. Please refer to the engine operating
manual for specific information on the con -
trol panel for your engine.
Once the PTO is engaged and the engine RPM
set, power is available to the waterblasting and
vacuum systems. Refer to the operation section
of this manual for more information on the wa-
SK3000 Engine and PTO
PTO Clutch Engagement Lever
Typical Engine Control Panel