jcb CT160, Operator'S Manual

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About the Product
Interior Switches
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Interior Switches
Ignition Switch
Notice: Do not operate the starter motor for more than 20 s at one time. Let the starter motor cool for
at least 2 min.
The ignition key operates the three-position ignition switch. The ignition key can only be inserted or removed
in position 0.
If the engine fails to start, the ignition key must be returned to position 0 before the starter motor is re-engaged.
If the engine fires but does not fully start, let the starter motor cool for at least 2 min between.
Figure 11.
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Ignition switch
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Ignition key
Table 4. Switch Positions
Position Function
0 Off/Stop the Engine: Turn the ignition key to this position to stop the engine.
I On: Turn the ignition key to this position to connect the battery to all of the electrical cir-
cuits. The ignition key will return to this position when it is released from position II.
II Start: Turn the ignition key to this position to operate the starter motor and turn the en-
gine. The ignition switch has an inhibitor to stop the ignition switch being turned on when
the engine is running. There may be a delay of up to 1 s between switch operation and
engine cranking.