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II CONTROL
It is necessary to become familiar with the location and purpose of each control before
operating the Mini-Skid.
ENGINE CONTROLS – KUBOTA 22 HP DIESEL
Low Fuel
Hourmeter
Indicator
Low Hyd.
Ignition
Oil Indicator
Switch
Low Oil
Warning Light
Throttle
Light Switch
Radiator Cover
Shut-off Button
Figure 2: Kubota Instrument Panel
Low Hydraulic Oil Indicator –
This
light illuminates if the hydraulic oil is
low. Stop the machine immediately and
add oil.
Throttle
– When the control lever is set
down the engine is at idle speed.
Pushing the control up increases engine
speed.
Low Oil Warning Light
– This light
illuminates if the engine oil is low. Stop
the engine and add oil immediately.
Radiator Cover –
This plate allows
access to the radiator fill cap. Remove
the wing nut and cover to check fluid
level and fill.
Always replace cover
before running machine to avoid
burns.
Shut-off Button
– To shut-off the
machine turn the ignition switch to the
off position and hold shut-off button
until engine stops (3 to 4 seconds).
The
ignition switch must be turned off to
prevent battery drain.
Hourmeter
– The hour meter records
total machine hours. Note: the
hourmeter accumulates whenever the
machine key is not in the off position.
Ignition Switch –
The ignition switch is
a four position switch. Turn the key
counter-clockwise and hold it to warm
the glow plugs. The glow plugs must be
warmed for three to four seconds prior to
starting the machine.
IMPORTANT
Be Sure Ignition Key Is In Off Position,
Or Even Removed, When The Engine Is
Not Running
IMPORTANT
For Maximum Power While Working,
The Engine Should Be Running At Full
Throttle
