13. Operating Instructions
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13-2-2. Starting the engine in cold weather
To start the engine at a low outside air temperature, follow
the steps below:
1) Pull the accelerator lever (1) back to the "RUN" position.
2) Turn the key in the starter switch (2) to the "HEAT" po-
sition and keep it there for approximately 10 to 15 sec-
onds to preheat the intake air of the engine.
3) Turn the key in the starter switch (2) to the "START" po-
sition to start the engine.
4) After the engine has started, let go of the starter switch
key.
The starter switch key will return to the "ON" position by
itself.
• First check to see that there are no people or ob-
stacles around the machine.
Then sound the horn and start the engine.
• Be sure that you are seated in the operator's seat
when starting the engine.
• When starting the engine in an enclosed place,
be sure that there is adequate ventilation so that
the exhaust gases can escape.
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(2)
Idling
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(1)
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START
ON
OFF
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HEAT
START
ON
OFF
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HEAT
START
ON
OFF
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HEAT
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