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Sentinel 9018513 (12-2018)
OPERATION
STARTING THE MACHINE
1. Sit in the operator seat and fasten the seat
belt.
NOTE: The machine will not propel unless the
operator is in the seat.
2. Press
the
parking brake switch
to set the
parking brake.
NOTE: The machine will not start unless parking
brake switch is set. Set the parking brake switch.
Access to the touchscreen login is inhibited until
the parking brake switch is set.
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3. If machine is being operated in areas 10° C
(50° F) or colder: Turn the ignition switch
key clockwise approximately a 1/4 turn until
the touchscreen illuminates (do not start the
machine). Wait for the illuminated engine pre-
heat light to go out.
NOTE: The preheat is not necessary if the
temperature is above 10
°
C (50
°
F).
NOTE: The machine can be started without
fi
rst
pre-heating in temperatures below 10
°
C (50
°
F),
but additional time will be required to allow the
machine to warm up.
4. Turn the ignition switch key completely
clockwise to start the machine.
NOTE: Do not operate the starter motor for more
than 10 seconds at a time or after the engine has
started. Allow the starter to cool between starting
attempts or damage to the starter motor may
occur.
NOTE: If the hopper is not completely lowered
at time of startup, an alert to lower hopper will
appear. Lower the hopper. The machine cannot
sweep if the hopper is raised or tilted. Touch the
(X) button to close the alert window.
NOTE: Parking brake switch must be set before
the hopper can be lowered. A green check mark
(
) appears under the parking brake image when
the parking brake switch is set.