TYM T431, Operator'S Manual, Page: 46 / 108

DRIVING THE TRACTOR
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine carry out the pre-operational checks as set out on page 17.
(1) Sit on the driver seat
(2) Apply the footbrake.
(3) Put the hydraulic lever in the down position.
(4) Push down the clutch to activate the safety-starting switch.
(5) Put the main gear lever in neutral
(6) Insert the ignition key and turn it on
(7) Ensure that the warning lights are working
(8) Always turn the ignition key to left for a moment & release it.
The automatic heater will start working as will be indicated by a light on the instrument
panel .As the lamp goes off turn the key to the start position to start the engine.
(9) Ensure that all the warning lights are off with the engine running.
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Never turn the key to the start position while the engine is running as this can
cause serious damage to the starter and engine flywheel.
Only engage the starter for a period of not more than 10 seconds.
If Engine does not start, rest the starter for about 20 seconds and try again for a
maximum of 10 seconds.If the engine does not start after repeated attempts,
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refer to the fault tracing guide on page 93
Especially in cold weather, always allow the tractor to idle for a while to warm up
& build up sufficient oil pressure to ensure normal operating temperature for
longer engine life.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
-After light work let the engine idle for a while and turn
the key off.
-The engine stops when the key is turned off,If the engine
does not stop .Pull the engine stop cable back and hold it
until the engine stops.After the engine has stopped,be
sure to push the engine stop cable back in,or the engine
will not start next time.
After long or heavy work allow the engine
to idle for 5- 10 minutes and turn the key
off.
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