RESTARTS AND STARTING PROCEDURE

PRESTART AND STARTING PROCEDURE

not released, the engine will turn over but will

1. For first time starts after machine has been stored

for a period of time, refer to OUT OF STORAGE

not start.

SERVICE.

7. Place gear lever in neutral position.

8. Depress throttle pedal.

2. Check all oil levels according to MAIN- TENANCE

9. Turn key to START position.

SCHEDULE. Check fuel level.

Caution: Do not crank engine more than 30 seconds

continuously.

3. Visually inspect machine for leaks or component

10. After engine starts, release throttle pedal and check

damage.

engine oil pressure gauge. If pressure is not indicated

4. Remove safety links.

within 15 seconds, shut off engine and determine cause.

11. Depress' throttle pedal to deactivate ammeter

5. Make certain that no one is in center joint area

warning light.

between scraper bar and rear wheel.

6. Release handbrake.

Note: The handbrake switch is connected to the fuel

solenoid shut off. If the handbrake is

COLD WEATHER STARTING

The best aid for cold weather starting is proper aid, the use of an ether spray or ether soaked rag may aid

maintenance. Check cooling system anti-freeze protection; starting.

keep batteries fully charged and properly serviced; and use Caution: Spray ether only while cranking engine. Do not

an engine oil suitable for anticipated temperatures.

inhale ether fumes.

If machine is fitted with optional cold starting aid, activate

If machine is not fitted with optional cold start- ing

pump while cranking engine.

WARM-UP CHECKS

7. Fuel level gauge

Hold engine at idle speed for approximately two minutes

8. Visually inspect machine for leaks

after starting. Perform the following checks:

9. Lights

1. Engine oil pressure gauge

10. Horn

2. Converter oil pressure gauge

11. Operation of controls

3. Transmission oil temperature gauge

Allow engine to reach operating temperature before

5. Ammeter

operating machine.

6. Hydraulic oil level gauge

K300

Rev. 760501

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