Before starting the procedure
Always use "three-point contact" with the machine and face it when mounting. Three-point contact means
both hands and one foot or one hand and both feet in contact with the machine at all times during
mounting and dismounting.
Clean your shoes and wash and dry your hands before mounting the machine. Use the handrail.
Procedure
1.
Hold onto the handgrips.
2.
Always use the ladder or steps when mounting or dismounting the machine.
1.5.3 Safe start-up
CAUTION:
Before starting the engine, make sure that there is enough ventilation. Engine smoke can
cause asphyxia. Do not run the engine in closed environments.
Always start the engine from the operator's seat with all transmission levers in neutral and the PTO lever in
neutral.
The power take-off should always be disengaged while starting the engine (mechanical PTO drive lever in
the disengaged position), especially when the tractor is coupled to agricultural implements via the power
take-off shaft; this prevents the engine from being subjected to an overload that may require an above
necessary starting current and, as a result, burn out or reduce the useful life of the starter motor or
regularly blow the starter circuit protection fuse.
Please remember that starting the engine with the PTO engaged and with an implement coupled to the
power take-off shaft may cause accidents by the inadvertent actioning thereof.
The non-application of this recommendation is an operating fault and, therefore, any damage caused to the
starter motor or the fuse will not be covered by normal warranty procedure.
Make sure that the tractor brake pedals are always joined by the union lock, except during maneuvers in
the field that require independent use of the brakes. Make sure that the brakes are properly adjusted, so
that both brakes are activated at the same time.
Adjust the seat, place the safety belt, engage the park brake and place all controls in neutral before starting
the engine.
DANGER:
Start the engine with the start-up key
and always seated in the operator's
seat. Never attempt to start the
engine by jumper cable.
The machine will start in gear if the
safety switch circuit is bypassed. This
can cause serious injuries or death if
someone is near the tractor.
Follow the start-up procedures recommended in
the Operation section of this Maintenance Guide.
Such procedures include normal start-up, cold start
and the use of start-up fluids.
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1.5.4 Test the controls
After starting the machine, re-check all gauges and lights. Make sure everything is working properly. If the
tractor does not respond properly when each control is engaged, do not use the machine until the issue is
resolved. Make sure that the cover of the engine starter solenoid is always in place.
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