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SECTION 6
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Operation
NOTICE:
REFER TO THE JOHN DEERE MANUAL PRIOR TO STARTING THE ENGINE.
1. Starting the engine for the first time
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Remove ignition key.
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Ensure all oil and coolant levels are checked.
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Ensure both the engine and domestic batteries are connected or the blue link wire is
in place. Both battery master switches must be turned on. Failure to do so may
damage the domestic alternator.
2. Starting Procedure
The Shire 90 does not have a cold start function as standard. This means the
glow plug light will not illuminate.
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Ensure there is no one in the engine compartment.
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Ensure the engine compartment door is closed.
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Ensure the gearshift control level is set to neutral and that all persons are clear of any
moving parts.
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Insert ignition key.
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Turn key to on position.
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Observe warning lights (and gauges on deluxe panel). Note: The engine water
temperature overheat warning light will only come on for a brief period of time when
the ignition is first turned on as a bulb check. It will then only illuminate in the case of
the engine coolant temperature exceeding the maximum safety level.
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Turn key to start and hold to crank.
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Crank the engine for no more than 15 seconds.
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Upon engine start, immediately release the key.
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Key will return to on position.
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The warning buzzer will stop and on the deluxe panel, the oil pressure gauge will show
an oil pressure of 3.5 - 4.5 bar (51
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61 psi).
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Should any warning light not go out, or if there is no reading on the oil pressure gauge,
