OPERATION
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Normal Starting
CAUTION: Do not attempt to start the trac-
tor unless seated in the operator’s seat.
Do not allow anyone on the tractor except
for the operator.
FIGS. 5-1 & 5-2:
To start the engine, proceed as follows:
1. Apply parking brake ,1.
2. Place the gear shift lever and range gear shift
lever, 2, in the neutral position.
3. Make sure the rear PTO and mid PTO selector
levers, 3, are in the neutral position.
4. Fully depress the main clutch pedal, 4, to disen-
gage the clutch. (Mechanical Transmission)
5. Make sure the PTO switch, 6, is in the OFF posi-
tion. (“Independent PTO” type)
CAUTION: The operator being seated in the
operator’s seat, the gearshift lever must
be in neutral and the PTO levers must be
in neutral to actuate safety switches and
permit operation of the starter motor.
6. Set the position control lever, 5, (three-point hitch)
and draft control lever (if equipped) in the down
position.
7. Turn the main switch, 7, to the “glow” position for
5-10 seconds.
8. Set the throttle lever, 8, at half to the fully open
position.
9. Turn the main switch, 7, to the “on” position for
1-2 seconds, then turn to the “start” position. Re-
lease the switch the moment engine starts.
10. Once the engine runs smoothly, set engine speed
to approximately 1,500 rpm to allow the engine and
hydraulic system to warm up for several minutes.
DO NOT LOAD A COLD ENGINE.
IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine for more than 10
seconds at a time. Allow starter to cool
at least 20 seconds before repeating
procedure. Never turn main switch to
“start” with engine running. Severe
damage will result.
FIG. 5-3:
Battery charge indicator lamp and engine
oil pressure lamp in indicator light strip should go
out when the engine starts. If either light remains lit,
STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY
and investigate source
Y
of problem.
IMPORTANT: If
engine will not start and run after
several attempts, refer to “Mainte-
nance” section in this book and bleed
any air that may be present in the fuel
system.
8
6
4
7
5
1
2
3
7
FIG. 5-1
FIG. 5-2
FIG. 5-3
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