Wacker Neuson RD24, Instruction Manual

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Operation
Starting the machine
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N O T E
When the starting temperature is reached, the indicator light
switches off. Do not start the diesel engine before this.
Preheating is time controlled only. When the temperature is
low, preheat twice if necessary.
Starting the diesel engine
NOTICE
Damage of the starter!
Damage or destruction of the starter as a result of an excessively long
start phase.
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Keep the ignition key not lonager than 5 seconds in position III.
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If a starting attempt fails, make a fault diagnosis.
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N O T E
The starter is not connected to the starting switch unless the
drive lever is in 0 position. This is the only way to start the
diesel engine.
Conditions for starting the engine:
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The drive lever [1] is latched into the position 0.
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The EMERGENCY STOP [2] button is released.
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Internal power supply and electrical system are switched on:
– Battery isolating switch in position I (circuit closed).
– Turn ignition key [3] to position I or II.
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Cold starting device pilot light is off.
Starting diesel engine:
Set the motor speed [4] to MIN.
Turn the ignition key [3] to position III and hold it there until the diesel
engine starts.
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Diesel engine starts.
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Ignition key turns back to position I after releasing.