Operation
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Safety instructions for starting the engine
Starting the engine
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Push throttle lever (1) in the following direction .
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Insert the key into the starter switch (2) and turn it to the RUN
position.
The excavator is equipped with an anti-theft system (page 109).
When starting the excavator for the first time on a work day, carry out the pre-operational services
(page 61).
The safety rules for operation (page 57) are to be observed absolutely!
Make sure that there are no persons within the excavator’s working area. It is essential to warn per-
sons in the vicinity of the excavator by briefly honking the horn.
Make sure that all operational controls are in the neutral position.
Starting the excavator is only allowed when the operator is sitting on the operator’s seat.
Before starting the engine, make the necessary operator station adjustments (page 65).
If the engine does not start immediately, cease the starting procedure. Wait a short time before reat-
tempting a start. If the engine does not start after several attempts, contact skilled personnel. If the
battery is discharged, jump-start the excavator (page 101).
Do not use Start Pilot or similar substances as a starting aid.
The excavator is equipped with an anti-theft system. If
the excavator is started with a wrong key, the indicator
"Pull out key" (figure below/6) lights up on the display
and control unit.
If the bunch of keys contains metal parts, such as key
rings or other keys, the engine might fail to start.
STOP
STOP
STOP
STOP
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