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Use and Maintenance Manual – A16 J A18 J Series Page 52
▪ To use the 12V electric power (optional) (only for emergency co ntrols) select the power type “Electric” with the selector and
then (if available) the “12V” voltage and read the next paragraphs to start the 12V electric motor.
Before using the thermic drive power (Diesel or Petrol engine) check the fuel level in the tank.
For those machines that are not equipped with a level gauge on the platform control panel, this operation should be carried out
by visually checking the fuel level after unscrewing the filler cap; for the other machines it is possible to check the level directly
through the level gauge on the platform control panel.
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Before starting the working session, when the motor is off and sufficiently cool, visually check the fuel level.
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Keep the fuel tank and the motor clean.
For petrol motors (models “EB”) us e only Unleaded Petrol with Octane No. >87.
5.4.1. Diesel engine start-up
By turning the starter key on the platform control panel:
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To “0” position the Diesel engine stops (models “D” and “ED”).
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To “3 sec” position the plugs pre -heating takes place (only engin es with plugs) (models “D” and “ED”).
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In “Start” position the motor starts.
Do not insist on the starting position for longer than 3 seconds. In the event of failed start, check the fuel
level by means of the relevant indicator and read the Use and maintenance manual of the Engine.
Do not try to start the motor if it is already running. This operation may cause the pinion of the starter to
break (under normal conditions the control system blocks this operation).
In the event of operational faults, check the motor warning lights and read the Use and Maintenance
manual of the motor.
NOTE: The Diesel engine can be started only if the dead-man pedal is neither pressed nor enabled. This
means that the motor can be started only if the platform green warning light ON is flashing.