Hitachi ZAXIS 70 User Manual

OPERATING THE ENGINE
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STARTING THE ENGINE IN COLD WEATHER
1. Turn engine control dial (1) to around the middle be-
tween the L and H positions.
2. Turn key switch (2) counterclockwise to HEAT posi-
tion.
Preheat indicator (3) will come on; after about 20 sec-
onds preheat indicator (3) will go off, indicating that
preheating is completed.
IMPORTANT: Prevent starter damage.
Never operate starter motor for more
than 20 seconds at a time. If engine fails
to start, return key switch to OFF. Wait
for more than 30 seconds, then try again.
After a false start, do not turn key switch
until engine stops or starter may be
damaged.
3. As soon as preheat indicator (3) goes OFF, turn the
key switch (2) to the START position to rotate the
starter. Release key switch (2) immediately after the
engine has started.
M178-03-002
M1CC-01-005
M1CC-01-100
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Hitachi ZAXIS 70 Specifications

General

Brand	Hitachi
Model	ZAXIS 70
Category	Excavators
Language	English