Komatsu Galeo HD325-6, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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OPERATION
OPERATION
STARTING ENGINE
NORMAL STARTING
WARNING
Sit down in the operator's seat before starting the engine.
Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting
circuit. Such an act may cause serious bodily injury or fire.
Check that there are no persons or obstacles in the surrounding area,
then sound the horn and start the engine.
Exhaust gas is toxic. When starting the engine in confined spaces, be
particularly careful to ensure good ventilation.
NOTICE
Do not accelerate the engine suddenly before completing the warming-up operation.
Do not keep the starting motor rotating continuously for more than 20 seconds.
If the engine does not start, wait for at least 2 minutes before trying to start the engine again.
1. Release the accelerator pedal or depress it lightly.
2. Turn the key of starting switch (1) to the START position to start
the engine.
3. When the engine starts, release the key in starting switch (1).
The key will return automatically to the ON position.
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