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(C): START position
This is the position to start the engine. Keep the key in this position during start-up.
The key will return to ON position (B).
(D): HEAT (preheating) position
When starting in cold weather, turn the key to this position.
When the key is turned to HEAT (preheating) position (D), the HEAT pilot lamp lights up. Keep the key at this
position until the HEAT pilot lamp flashes. Release the key immediately after the HEAT pilot lamp flashes. When
you release the key, it returns to OFF position (A). Start the engine immediately by turning the key to START
position (C).
REMARK
• If the safety lever is not in position (L), the engine cannot
be started. Check that the lock lever is at LOCK position
(L) when operating the starting switch.
• if the travel direction selection switch is not in the neutral
position (N) the engine will not start. Check that the travel
direction is in neutral (N).
FUEL CONTROL DIAL
Fuel control dial is used to control the engine speed and out-
put.
(a) Low idle (MIN)
The position where turning the dial fully to the left.
(b) High idle (MAX)
The position where turning the dial fully to the right.
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