RT80 Operator’s Manual Drive - 61
Start Unit
CMW
1. Fasten and adjust seatbelt.
2. Check that ground drive hand control, foot pedal, and attachment speed/direction control are in
neutral.
3. Move throttle to idle.
4. Turn ignition switch to the run position (key on, engine off). Cold start wait indicator will light.
5. When cold start wait indicator goes off, turn ignition switch all the way clockwise to start tractor.
Warning alarm will sound. Indicators will light.
• If engine does not crank, check start interlock system.
• If engine turns but does not start within 10 seconds, allow starter to cool before trying to start
again.
6. Run engine at half-throttle or less for five minutes before operating tractor. During warmup, check that
all controls work properly.
IMPORTANT: The start interlock safety system requires three conditions to start the unit:
• operator is seated
• ground drive hand control and foot pedal are in neutral
• attachment speed/direction control is in neutral
See page 24 for start interlock indicator information.
Improper control function could cause death or serious injury. If
control does not work as described in instructions, stop machine and have it
serviced.
NOTICE:
• If warning alarm does not sound, have machine serviced.
• Machine will not start if start interlock requirements are not met. See page 24 for start
interlock indicator information.