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OPERATING THE ENGINE
C
Check Easy Checker(TM) lamps:
1. When the key is turned "ON", lamps (3) (4) should
come on. If trouble should occur at any location while
the engine is running, the warning lamp corresponding
to that location comes on.
A
Daily checks with the Easy Checker(TM) only are not
sufficient. Never fail to conduct physical daily checks
carefully by referring to Daily Check section.
(See "DAILY CHECK" in "PERIODIC SERVICE"
section)
A
Glow plug indicator (5) comes on while engine is being
preheated.
A
Because of the safety devices, the engine will not start
except when the PTO gear shift lever is placed in the
"OFF" position, the main gear shift lever is placed in
the "NEUTRAL" position, and the clutch pedal is
disengaged.
C
Cold Weather Starting
When the ambient temperature is below -5
and the
engine is very cold. If the engine fails to start, turn off the
key for 30 seconds. Then repeat steps
8
and
9
. To protect
the battery and the starter, make sure that the starter is
not continuously turned for more than 30 seconds.
B
Block Heater (Option)
A block heater is available as an option from your dealer.
It will assist you in starting your tractor when the ambient
temperature is below -15
.
If a lamp is still on, immediately stop the engine and
determine the cause.
7. Insert the key into the key switch and
turn it "ON".
(A) "OFF"
(B) "ON"
(C) "PREHEAT"
(D) "START"
(1) Easy checker(TM)
(2) Key switch
(3) Engine oil pressure
(4) Electrical charge
(5) Glow plug indicator
8. Fully depress the clutch pedal, turn
the key to "PREHEAT" position and
hold it for about 2 to 3 seconds.
Temperature
Preheating Time
Over 0 C
2 to 3 sec.
0 to -5 C
5 sec.
-5 to -15 C
10 sec.
9.
Turn the key to "START" position and
release when the engine starts.
10. Check to see that all the lamps on the
Easy Checker(TM) are "OFF".
11. Release the clutch pedal
