OPERATION
31
Normal Starting
CAUTION: Do not attempt to start the tractor
unless seated in the operator's seat. Do not
allow anyone on the tractor except for the
operator.
FIG. 24, 25 & 26: To start the engine proceed as follows:
1. Apply parking brake (1).
2. (a) Mechanical Transmission
Place the gear shift lever (2) in the neural posi-
tion.
(b) Hydrostatic Transmission
Place the range shift lever (2) in the neural
position.
3. Make sure the rear PTO and mid PTO selector
levers (3) are in the neutral position.
4. Fully depress the main clutch pedal (4) to disen-
gage the clutch. (Mechanical Transmission)
NOTE: Make sure the PTO switch (6) is in the OFF
position. (Hydrostatic Transmission)
CAUTION: The operator being seated in the opera-
tor's seat, the gearshift lever must be in neu-
tral and the PTO levers must be in neutral to
actuate safety switches and permit operation
of the starter motor.
5. Set the position control lever (5) (three-point hitch)
in the down position.
6. Turn the main switch (7) to the "glow" position for
5-10 seconds.
7. Set the throttle lever (8) at half to the fully open
position.
8. Turn the main switch (7) to the "on" position for 1-2
seconds, then turn to the "start" position. Release
the switch the moment engine starts.
9. Once the engine runs smoothly, set engine speed
to approximately 1,500 rpm to allow the engine and
hydraulic system to warm up for several minutes.
DO NOT LOAD A COLD ENGINE.
IMPORTANT: Do not crank the engine for more than 10
seconds at a time. Allow the starter to cool
at least 20 seconds before repeating pro-
cedure. Never turn the main switch to
"start" with the engine running. Severe
damage will result.
The battery charge indicator lamp and engine oil
pressure lamp on the indicator light strip should go out
when the engine starts. If either light remains lit, STOP
THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY and investigate source of
problem.
NOTE: If the engine will not start and run after several
attempts, refer to "Maintenance" section in this
book and bleed any air that may be present in
the fuel system.
FIG. 24 (Mechanical Transmission)
FIG. 25 (Hydrostatic Transmission)
FIG. 26
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