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▶ To stop the engine after finishing heavy work, run the engine for about 2 minutes at
low idle position. If you stop the engine suddenly, the engine life could be reduced.
Notice
▶When storing the tractor in cold weather, the battery must be removed and stored in
a cool, dry place that is not frozen away from children.
▶Allowing engine to idle for a long time will waste fuel and cause a build up of carbon.
Notice
Throttle lever
(2) Start in cold weather
Pull the throttle lever to the low idle position.
Start the engine after the cold start aid indicator
is turned off according to the right table.
If the engine runs smoothly, carry out warm-up
for about 5~10 minutes at low idle position.
Especially for power shuttle model, be sure
to warm up the engine until blink of the
neutral indicator has disappeared on the
instrument panel.
Use the engine oil for winter in cold weather.
Refer to “Lubricants and Capacity” at the end of
this manual.
Use the diesel for winter when it is very cold
weather. It is much easier to start the engine.
Coolant Temp. Preheat time(s)
60℃(140℉)
0
40℃(104℉)
0
30℃(86℉)
0
20℃(68℉)
8
10℃(50℉)
15
0℃(32℉)
18
-10℃(14℉)
25
-20℃(-4℉)
30
-30℃(-13℉)
40
Caution
▶ Safety Interlock !
When the ambient temperature is lower than 20℃, the engine speed will not be
increased over 1400 rpm for about maximum 1 minute. But, it is normal operation to
prevent an engine failure in cold weather.
(3) Engine stop
Place all the transmission gear levers or
switches in the “NEUTRAL” or “OFF” position.
Pull the throttle lever backward to reduce the
engine speed and turn the key switch to the
“OFF” position. The engine will be stopped.
Remove the ignition key after stopping engine.