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6. Operation of Each Section
6-1
Precautions for Operating the Machine
●
Before you start operating the machine, make sure that each part functions
well. In particular, make sure that there is no abnormality with the brake, tires or
steering.
● Drive the machine at a speed that allows you to stop immediately in an emer
-
gency in any situation.
● Remove any obstacles in the operating area so that neither the operator nor any
bystanders will be injured.
6-2 Before Starting the Engine
● Before starting the engine, be sure to read and fully understand the
Engine Handling Manual.
● Make sure that there are no other people or obstacles around the ma
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chine.
● Make sure that the covers are correctly in place and are not damaged.
● Do not start the engine in a building with insufficient ventilation.
6-3 Starting/Stopping the Engine
●
Procedure to Start Engine
1
Sit on the seat.
2
Set the parking brake switch to the "ON"
position.
3
Set the brush rotation switch to the "OFF"
position.
4
Take your foot off the pedals.
5
Slightly pull the throttle lever toward you
from "LOW".
6
Turn the key clockwise to the "Glow"
position to turn on the thermo-start lamp
and preheat the combustion chamber of
the diesel engine.
7
After the thermo-start lamp turns off,
immediately set the ignition key to the
"START" position.
8
When the starter starts rotating and the engine starts, slowly return the ignition
key to the "ON" position.
9
9
Make sure that the charge lamp and engine oil pressure lamp turn off. If they do
not turn off,
stop the engine and inspect the machine.
●
Do not touch rotating parts such as fan belts and pulleys while the en-
gine is running.
● Starter operation must take 15 seconds or less. If the engine still does
not start, stop using the battery for 30 to 60 seconds to avoid exhaust-
ing the battery.
●
Procedure to Stop En
gine
1
Set the traveling pedal in neutral position.
2
Apply the parking brake.
3
Move the throttle lever to "Low", and continue idling for 1-2 minutes.
4
Switch the ignition key to the "OFF" position.
5
Make sure that the engine has stopped.
6
Remove the ignition key.
7
Leave the driver's seat.
8
Close the fuel cock.
OFF
ON
GLOW
START
チャージ
サーモスタート
エンジン油圧
Thermo-start lamp
Quickly returning the ignition key from
the "START" position to the "ON"
position may result in damage to the
machine.
