4 OPERATION
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4.4
STARTING _______________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT:
Do not use starting assist fluids. Use of
such fluids in the air intake system may be potentially
explosive or cause a “Runaway” engine condition and could
result in serious engine damage.
1.
Sit in operator’s seat, make sure the mower switch (Q)
is “OFF” (center position) and the parking brake is
engaged. Remove feet from pedals. Always use the
seat belt when operating tractors equipped with a
ROPS.
2.
Set throttle lever (W) to half throttle and check that
alarm switch (O) is “ON”.
3.
Turn ignition switch (X) to “ON” (
) position.
Note:
At this time the engine oil warning light (V) on the
instrument panel will come on. Check that light is
operating.
4.
Depress glow plug switch (P) for about 5 seconds,
then release the switch. The colder the temperature,
the longer it will take to energize the plugs. This step is
not necessary when staring a warm engine.
5.
Turn ignition key to “START” (
) position. Release as
soon as engine starts.
Note:
Do not hold key in “START” position for more than
10 seconds at a time. After 10 seconds the starting
circuit will shutdown and must be reset by returning the
key to the OFF position.
Allow 30 seconds between start-up attempts to allow
time for engine starter motor to cool.
All warning lights should go off after engine starts.
Allow engine to gradually become warm before
operating at high RPM.
Figure 4A
4.5
STOPPING / PARKING _____________________________________________________
To stop:
Remove your foot from traction pedal. Always engage
parking brake before leaving machine.
To park the tractor under normal conditions:
1.
Disengage the mower switch (Q) then raise and lock the
implements in the transport position and drive away
from the area of operation.
2.
Select a flat and level area to park.
a.
Release traction pedal to bring the tractor to a com-
plete stop.
b.
Disengage all drives, lower implements to the
ground, reduce throttle to idle and allow engine to
operate at no load for a minute.
3.
Engage parking brake, stop the engine and always
remove the ignition key.
If an emergency arises and the tractor must be parked in the
area of operation, follow the guidelines outlined by the
grounds superintendent.
If the tractor is parked on an incline, chock or block the
wheels.
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