5 OPERATION
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5.4
STARTING _______________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT:
Do not use starting assist fluids.
Use of
such fluids in the air intake system may be potentially
explosive or cause a “Runaway” engine condition and
could result in serious engine damage.
The engine is equipped with an air intake heating system.
This system does not require glowlugs to start the
engine.
1.
Sit in operator’s seat, make sure the power take-off
switch
(Y)
is OFF and the parking brake is engaged.
Remove feet from pedals. Always use the seat belt
when operating tractors equipped with a ROPS.
2.
Set throttle lever
(M)
to half throttle.
3.
Turn ignition switch
(V)
to RUN (
).
At this time the engine oil pressure and battery
warning lights will come on.
4.
Then immediately turn ignition key to START (
).
Release as soon as engine starts.
Note:
Do not hold key in START position for more
than 10 seconds at a time. After 10 seconds the
starting circuit will shutdown and must be reset by
returning the key to the OFF position.
If engine fails to start, return ignition switch to the
OFF.
Allow 30 seconds between start-up attempts to
allow time for engine starter motor to cool.
5.
All warning lights should go off after engine starts.
Note:
The
hydraulic oil warning light
(I)
may remain
on until oil has warmed up. Wait until oil has warmed
up and light goes out before operating tractor. If light
remains on even after oil has reached operating
temperature, change oil filters. See Parts &
Maintenance manual
Figure 5A
5.5
STOPPING / PARKING _____________________________________________________
To stop:
Remove your foot from traction pedal. The tractor will
automatically brake when the traction pedal returns to
neutral.
To park the tractor under normal conditions:
1.
Disengage the power take-off switch
(Y)
, raise the
decks and move away from the area of operation.
2.
Select a flat and level area to park.
a.
Release traction pedal to bring the tractor to a
complete stop.
b.
Disengage all drives, lower decks to the ground,
reduce throttle to idle and allow engine to oper-
ate at no load for a minute.
3.
Engage parking brake, stop the engine and always
remove the ignition key.
If an emergency arises and the tractor must be parked in
the area of operation, follow the guidelines outlined by
the grounds superintendent. If the tractor is parked on an
incline, chock or block the wheels.
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