OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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2. If you add water to the battery and the temperature
is below 0°C (32°F), make sure you charge the
battery or run the engine for approximately 2 hours.
This procedure will prevent battery freezing.
Inspect the battery cables and terminals. Clean the
terminals and put a coat of grease on each terminal to
prevent corrosion.
3. LUBRICANTS: You must follow the recommended oil
and filter service for the engine and the hydraulic
system as shown in this manual. Use the correct
viscosity oil in each component for the ambient
temperatures the machine is operated in (see
Lubrication in this manual).
4. FUEL SYSTEM: Fuel must be clean and free of water.
Check for water in the fuel system. Cold temperatures
can cause condensation to form in the fuel tank.
Always fill the fuel tank at the end of the day.
5. GENERAL: Before you operate, move the machine
slowly at low speed and actuate each hydraulic
control several times to warm the oil.
The engine and hydraulic system MUST be at operating
temperature before the machine is put to work
Keep the digging chain and track assemblies free of mud
and snow which might freeze after operation.
NOTE:
See Engine Starting Aids in this manual.
STARTING THE ENGINE
The Seat Interlock System REQUIRES the operator to be
seated in the operator’s seat when starting and operating
this machine.
NOTE:
If the operator DOES NOT remain seated when
the Ground Drive Control lever is not in NEUTRAL, the
system will stop the engine in 5 seconds. It is the
operators responsibility to operate this machine in a safe
manner. DO NOT lay a weighted object on the seat,
bypass or tamper with the Seat Interlock System in any
way.
The following procedure should be followed when starting
the engine on your machine:
1. Check oil level (See Checking Engine Oil in this
manual).
2. Make sure the seat is turned around to the FRONT
position.
3. Seat Interlock and Neutral Start: The Seat Interlock
System REQUIRES the operator to be seated on the
operator’s seat when operating this machine. The
Ground Drive Control and Creep levers must be in the
neutral position in order to start the unit. The
trencher drive must be disengaged (off) in order to
start the unit.
NOTE:
If the operator does not remain seated when the
Ground Drive Control lever is not in neutral, the system
will stop in 5 seconds.
4. Adjust the seat and fasten the seat belt.
5. Make sure the parking/emergency brake is applied.
6. Make sure all control levers (trencher, plow, etc.) are
in the NEUTRAL or STOP position.
7. Pull the throttle lever out to 1/2 THROTTLE.
NOTE:
If the weather is cold, see Cold Weather Starting
in this manual.
8. Turn the key switch half way between the ON and
START positions and check the air cleaner and
hydraulic return filter and charge filter warning lamps.
9. Turn the key switch to the START position to actuate
the starter motor. Release the key as soon as the
engine starts to run.
10. If the engine starts and stops, DO NOT actuate the
starter motor again until the starter motor stops
turning.
NOTE:
DO NOT operate the starter motor more than 20
to 30 seconds at one time. Let the starter motor cool for 3
minutes before you actuate the starter motor again. While
the starter motor is engaged, white or black smoke must
be seen at the exhaust pipe. If no smoke is seen, check
the fuel supply.
11. After the engine starts, check the instruments to
make sure the gauge indications are correct. If any
warning lamp is illuminated, stop the engine and
check for the problem.
12. Run the engine at half throttle for approximately 5
minutes.
13. Cycle all unit components before putting the machine
to work. Check that all controls and components work
properly.
WARNING:
Before starting engine, study
operator’s manual safety messages. Read all
safety signs on machine. Clear the area of other
persons. Learn and practice safe use of controls
before operating. It is your responsibility to
understand and follow manufacturer’s
instructions on machine operation and service,
and to observe pertinent laws and regulations.
Operators and service manuals can be obtained
from your equipment dealer.
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