Linhai UTV 1100D 4x4 EPS, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Linhai UTV 1100D 4x4 EPS OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL Europe
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5. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, start the engine by turning the key to “STARTING”
position and the engine should start. If the engine fails to start after 10 seconds of starting,
turn off the key for 5 to 30 seconds and try starting again. Wait few seconds before the next
attempt. Each cranking should be as short as possible to preserve battery. Do not crank the
engine for more than 5 seconds on each attempt.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to warm up the engine, not only in winter, but also in warmer seasons. An insufficiently
warmed-up engine can shorten its service life.
IMPORTANT:
If the engine does not start at 10 seconds after the key is set at "STARTING" position, wait
for another 30 seconds and then begin the engine starting sequence again. Do not allow the
starter motor to run continuously for more than 20 seconds. Do not turn the key to the "START"
position while the engine is running. This could damage the starter.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use ether or any starting fluid for starting the engine, or a severe damage will occur.
WARNING
Never start an engine in closed area. Exhaust gases are poisonous and can cause severe injury
or death. Always start engines outdoors.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Freezing control cables in cold weather.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could be unable to control the vehicle, which could lead to an accident or collision.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
When riding in cold weather, always make sure all control cables work smoothly before you
begin riding.
CAUTION
You must allow your engine adequate warm up time before operating, or engine
damage could result.