OPERATION
Start-Up Procedure (continued)
STARTING ENGINE
A
CAUTION: Be
sure
the
area
is
clear
of
other persons, pets etc. before
proceeding.
Turn ignition key to START position until engine
starts.
Release
key
.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate starter for longer
than 15 seconds at a time.
If engine does not
start, wait at least
two
minutes before
trying
again. After the third 15 second crank attempt,
allow solenoid
to
cool
for
10
minutes before
further
cra
nking
attempts.
If engine still
does
not
start, refer to Trouble Shooting section.
A
WARNING:
If
starter engages
with
steering wheel unlocked, variable
speed
lever out of neutral, or
header clutch engaged,
DO
NOT
START ENGINE.
Pertonn
Neutral
Lock
Adjustment. (See
Mainten~
ance/Service section.)
WARMING UP ENGINE
Allow
engine to run with throttle lever (A) at or
near low idle position until temperature gauge
reaches approximately
180"F (80"C).
USING
A BOOSTER BATTERY
If battery charge
is
low
and
engine fails to start,
an
extra 12-volt battery can
be
connected
in
parallel with the windrower battery. Follow
directions carefully.
See "Connecting Booster
Battery"
in
Maintenance/Service section.
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-
THROTTLE - IDLE POSITION
100-
TEMP
of
--280
ALLOW ENGINE
TO
REACH
OPERATING TEMPERATURE