MacDon M105, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
Cold Start
Engine temperature below 40°F (5°C)
WARNING
If starter engages with steering wheel unlocked, ground speed lever (GSL) out of NEUTRAL, or header
clutch engaged, DO NOT START ENGINE. See your Dealer.
1. Set throttle (A) to START position - fully back (low idle).
2. Turn ignition key (B) to RUN.
3. Grid heater light (D) on CDM will cycle ON / OFF /
ON after 2 seconds for a preset length of time. The
operating period for the glow plug light will change
depending engine temperature.
4. Sound horn (C) three times.
5. When grid heater light (D) goes out, turn ignition key
to START, and crank engine until it starts. Leave
throttle (A) at IDLE.
6. If engine fails to start, repeat procedure beginning with
step
2., Cold Start, page 90
.
Figure 4.10: Operator Controls
A - Throttle B - Ignition Key C - Horn D - Grid Heater Light
IMPORTANT:
Do
NOT
operate starter for longer than 15 seconds at a time. If engine does not start, wait at least two minutes
before trying again. After the third 15 second crank attempt, allow solenoid to cool for 10 minutes before further
cranking attempts. If engine still does not start, refer to
6.1 Engine Troubleshooting, page 317
.
NOTE:
The engine will cycle through a period where it appears to labor until the engine warms up. The throttle is
nonresponsive during this time as the engine is in warm-up mode. This mode will last from 30 seconds to
3 minutes depending on the temperature. After the engine has stabilized and is idling normally, the throttle
becomes active.
IMPORTANT:
Do
NOT
operate engine above 1500 rpm until engine temperature gauge is above 100°F (40°C).
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