Komatsu Utility 395F6001, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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USE OF THE MACHINE
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3.6.2.2 STARTING WITH COLD ENGINE OR IN
COLD CLIMATES
DANGER
• If the battery electrolyte is frozen, neither charge the bat-
tery, nor attempt to start the engine with a different power
source, since the battery may explode.
Before charging the battery or starting the engine with a
different power source, wait for the electrolyte to melt and
make sure that there are no leaks in the battery.
• For specific applications in cold climates, ask your Komat-
su Utility Dealer for the “COLD ARRANGEMENT” configu-
ration.
• Do not use any fluid or product that facilitate the cold start-
ing of the engine, since these are ether-based and may
cause explosions.
Turn the ignition key to the preheating position and make sure
that the warning light «
» comes on; when the warning light
goes out, proceed as follows:
1 - Slightly press the accelerator pedal and turn the ignition key
to position « » (START) for maximum 15 seconds.
2 - As soon as the engine starts, release the ignition key, which
will automatically return to position « », and let the engine
run at a minimum speed of approximately 950-1050 rpm, in
order to warm the engine up gradually.
ATTENTION
• If the engine does not start at the first attempt, repeat oper-
ations 1 and 2 after waiting at least 30 seconds, so that the
starter cools down.
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