Operation
14
Starting and Stopping Engine
Starting
1.
Stand on platform.
2.
Open fuel cap vent.
3.
Move the auxiliary hydraulics valve lever to
neutral.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
Attachment may move during starting
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•
Operator or bystander may be injured by
attachment
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•
Make sure auxiliary hydraulic lever is in
neutral position during engine starting.
4.
Move the throttle control midway between
“SLOW” and “FAST” positions before starting a
cold engine.
5.
Move the choke control to “ON” position before
starting a cold engine.
Note:
A warm or hot engine may require
choking. After engine starts, move
choke control to “OFF” position.
6.
Turn ignition key to “START” to energize starter.
When engines starts, release key.
IMPORTANT: Do not engage starter for
more than 10 seconds at a time. If engine fails
to start allow 30 second cool-down period
between attempts. Failure to follow these
instructions can burn out starter motor.
7.
After the engine starts, gradually move the choke
to “OFF”. If the engine stalls or hesitates, move
the choke back to “ON” for a few seconds. Then
move the throttle lever to desired setting. Repeat
this as required.
Stopping
1.
Move the throttle lever to “SLOW”.
2.
Lower loader arms to the ground.
3.
Turn the ignition key to “OFF”.
Note:
If the engine has been working hard or
is hot, let it idle for a minute before
turning the ignition key “OFF.” This
helps cool the engine before it is
stopped. In an emergency, the engine
may be stopped by turning the ignition
key to “OFF.”