Volvo EC15E, Operator'S Manual

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9 Let the engine warm up during at least one
minute before operating the machine.
10 Shift control lockout lever to horizontal position
to be able to operate the machine.
NOTE!
In case the machine is equipped with a hydraulic
lock switch and/or a seat sensor, read the
instruction to unlock the hydraulic in chapter
Instrument panel, right
on page
38
.
Avoid excessive loading of the engine immediately
after starting. Observe the warm-up instructions.
Warm-up instructions
1 Start the engine.
2 After a longer period of standstill and particularly
at temperatures around or below the freezing
point the engine must be warmed up at medium
speed.
3 Run the engine warm for about 5–10 minutes at
approx. 1/2 engine speed. During this period
frequently operate the levers for the working
hydraulics, whenever possible.
NOTE!
Do not disconnect the battery when the engine is
running.
NOTE!
Turn the key off before re-starting the engine to
prevent starter damages.
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Hydraulic lock switch (optional)
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Control lamp for preheating
These control lamps must light up when
you turn the ignition key to position 1.
Operating instructions
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