Operation & Maintenance Manual Operating Instructions
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Starting the Machine
Ensure emergency stop button is reset.
WARNING
!
Under no circumstances should volatile fluids such as ether be used for
starting this machine.
All normal starting functions are incorporated in the key operated switch.
Turn the keyswitch to (position 1); The diagnostic lamps will flash.
— The low engine oil pressure and low battery voltage lamps will flash indicating proper
communication between wedge and engine ECM.
— Leave the key switch ON (position 1) until the Inlet Heater/Wait to Start Lamp
extinguishes.
NOTE: Position 2 is not used on this model. Pre-heaters are controlled
automatically by the engine.
• Turn the key switch to crank position 3 (engine start position).
• Release to on (position 1) when the engine starts. The engine will now be running at
a reduced speed.
• During warm up, the engine will idle at a higher speed. After warm up the engine will
idle at a lower speed.
At temperatures below 32°F (0°C), or if there is difficulty starting first time:
• Open the manual blowdown valve fully.
• Complete starting sequence above.
• Close manual blowdown valve as soon as engine runs freely.
• Do not allow machine to run for long periods with manual blowdown valve open.
• Allow the engine to reach operating temperature.
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