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TARTING PROCEDURE
ü Engage parking brake
ü Place the directional/speed control lever in the “park” position
ü Set throttle control to idle position
ü Turn key switch to preheat position and hold for 10 to 15 seconds. If
restarting a warm engine, no preheating is required
ü Turn ignition key to “start” position and hold until engine starts. Release
key, it will automatically return to “run” position
ü Allow engine and hydraulic oil a few minutes to warm before beginning
operations
ü Make sure all personnel and objects are clear from the path of travel
ü Release parking brake
ü Move the directional control lever to the desired direction of travel
slowly
CAUTION: Never attempt to start the engine except from the operator’s station.
Never attempt to operate the controls except from the operator’s station.
Never mount or dismount a machine that is moving.