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OPERATION 7
7.5
OPERATION OF THE MACHINE_______________________________________
Read the Safety Instructions.
BEFORE OPERATING FOR THE FIRST TIME
• Check and adjust tires pressure, if necessary, see section 4.4 Specification.
• Add diesel fuel to tank if necessary.
• Check engine oil and top-up, if necessary.
• Check radiator coolant and top-up, if necessary (50% antifreeze solution).
• Make sure you understand the information contained in the previous sections.
7.6
STARTING THE ENGINE_____________________________________________
The following procedure is for starting cold engines.
1.Ensure the FWD/REV pedal is in the neutral position, the mow switch is off, the throttle setting is in a mid
position and the Park Brake is applied.
2.Turn the ignition switch fully clockwise and hold until the engine starts (approximately 5-10 sec.)
3.The glow plugs are auto timed depending on the coolant temperature for operating the starter motor (This
should only take a few seconds)
4.When the engine starts, release the key immediately and it will return to the RUN position.
NOTES:
• If the engine fails to start after two attempts wait 5-10 seconds and try again.
• The starter motor must not be run continuously for longer than 30 seconds or it may fail.
LH = Left Hand Drive
RH = Right Hand Drive
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