Kubota U50-5, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operation
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Numeric (1) displays of the engine speed show the engine‘s current
number of revolutions per minute.
The time meter (2) shows the actual hours of operation of the ma-
chine (independent from the engine speed).
Keep an eye on the displays and indicators during operation
(page 100).
Start the engine in Cold-Weather Conditions
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Turn the potentiometer to the position.
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The AUTIO IDLE switch is switched off.
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Insert the key into the starter switch and turn it to the RUN position.
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The preglowing indicator lights up for a short period of time. The engine can be started after it disappears.
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Turn the starter switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine has started. Release the starter
switch.
If the engine does not start, turn the starter switch to STOP and then repeat the start procedure.
Stopping the engine
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Turn the starter switch to the STOP position and remove the key.
If the engine is to be stopped to take the machine out of operation, the services for placing the ma-
chine out of operation (page 133) must be carried out.
Do not stop the engine by shutting down the battery power directly with a battery switch or by other
means.
Doing so may cause failure or malfunction.