Operation Section
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Starting the Engine
Prestart Conditions
NOTE: The engine will not start unless the transmission
directional control lever is in the NEUTRAL
position.
1. Engage the parking brake, if not already engaged.
Place the transmission directional control lever in the
NEUTRAL position.
2. In case the lift truck is equipped with a electrical
disconnect switch, the engine will not start unless the
disconnect switch is in the ON (closed) position.
Before starting, turn the disconnect switch to the
OFF(open) position.
NOTICE
When you restart the engine after turning off it, wait 4 to
5 seconds and restart it to protect the starter.
Diesel Engine
Starting a Cold Diesel Engine
1. Turn the key to the ON position and the start preheat
indicator light will come ON. The preheat indicator
light will stay ON approximately seven seconds,
depending on the surrounding air temperature.
NOTICE
Do not crank more than 10 seconds continuously.
If engine coolant is cold, engine low idle speed could be
higher than normal condition. (Electronic Engine)
2. After the preheat light goes OFF, turn the ignition
key to the START position.
3. Release the ignition key after engine starting and
check the engine condition.
4. If the engine stalls or does not start, turn the
ignition key to the OFF position, then repeat steps
1 thru 3.
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