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NOTE:
When the ambient temperature is below 5°C (40°F), follow the normal starting procedure. The engine will cycle through a
period where it appears to labor until the engine warms up. The throttle will be unresponsive during this time, because the
engine is now in WARM UP mode. This mode will last from 30 seconds to 3 minutes, depending on the ambient
temperature. After the engine has stabilized and is idling normally, the throttle will become active again.
NOTE:
Before taking the GSL out of the PARK position, let the hydraulic oil warm up to 32°C (90°F).
Engine Warm-Up
The windrower
’
s engine must be allowed to reach operating temperature before you begin doing field work.
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Figure 4.10: Operator Console
Allow the engine to run with throttle lever (A) at or near the
low-idle position until the reading on temperature gauge (B)
reaches approximately 40°C (100°F). Before taking the ground
speed lever (GSL) out of PARK, let the hydraulic oil warm up to
32°C (90°F).
NOTE:
You can view the engine temperature reading in the cab display
module (CDM). For more information, refer to
Engine Intermediate Speed Control
The windrower
’
s engine can be programmed so that it operates at a particular speed. This feature is useful when cutting a
light crop, where maximum engine output is not needed; this allows for reduced fuel consumption, noise levels, and
emissions, while also reducing wear on the engine.
The engine operating speed can be programmed to enable the windrower to operate at reduced rpm: 1800, 2000, or 2200
rpm. This can be done without significantly affecting the ground or header speeds. The default setting is 2200 rpm or the
last selected speed setting.
NOTE:
Previous M Series Self-Propelled Windrower models included an OFF (full throttle) option which is
NOT
available on
the M155 Self-Propelled Windrower.
The programmed engine speed is activated when the header is engaged.
Programming instructions are provided in
Setting Engine Intermediate Speed Control, page 107
.
Stopping Engine
Before turning the ignition key to the OFF position, ensure that the windrower has been idled for a sufficient amount
of time.
CAUTION
Park on a flat, level surface with the header on the ground, the ground speed lever (GSL) in the N-DETENT position, and
the steering wheel in the locked position (centered). To confirm that the parking brake is engaged, wait for the cab
display module (CDM) to beep and display the message IN PARK.