Operation Description
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that the diesel engine starts smoothly. The procedure is as follows: (1) Loosen the bleed screw on the
fuel filter. (2) Bleed the air in the fuel line from fuel tank to the diesel fuel filter with a hand pump until
there are no bubbles in the discharged fuel (3) Tighten the bleed screw on the filter and loosen the bleed
screw on the fuel pump to bleed out air until there are no air bubbles in the fuel (4) Remove the hand
pump and tighten the bleed screw on the fuel pump.
5.
The Engine Throttle Handle should be in its center position and the accelerator pedal should be released.
2.4.2 Engine Start
WARNING:
Before starting the engine, make sure that the main and high/low and shuttle
gearshift levers and the front drive control lever are in the neutral position, and the 3-point lift control lever is
in the lowering position. This will prevent the tractor from accidentally starting and causing an accident
or injury.
IMPORTANT ISSUES:
1.
After the engine is started, release the key immediately. The key will return to the ―ON‖ position
automatically. Failure to release the key could damage the starter.
2.
Never turn the key for more than 5 seconds at a time and total starting time should be no greater
than 15 seconds. Trying to start the tractor more than three times will wear down the charge on
the battery. If the tractor fails to start after three attempts, discontinue and troubleshoot the problem.
3.
Never start the tractor when the radiator coolant or engine oil levels are low, as this can cause damage to
the engine.
4.
In the event that the engine speed increases sharply immediately after starting, preventative steps should
be taken to avoid engine damage. Loosen the nut on the fuel line from the fuel pump to the fuel
injector and disconnect the fuel line. Shut off the fuel line or block the air in let to the air filter,
which will effectively shut off the air intake to the engine. Either way should stop the engine.
Starting the Engine in Ambient Temperatures (above 40
F):
First step on the clutch pedal, then turn the key clockwise to ON and then ST. After the engine starts
immediately release the key to deactivate the starter—the key will automatically return to the ON position.
