Starting the engine for driving / switching it off
4.1 Starting the engine from the driver's cab
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GMK5150L
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This section pertains to starting a warm and cold engine.
• Wait until the start menu is displayed before switching on the ignition.
• Do not press the accelerator.
• Turn the ignition key to position 3 and hold it there until the engine starts.
• Let go of the ignition key after the engine starts.
If the engine does not start, release the ignition key after about 15 seconds
and wait one minute before trying again.
If the engine does not start after several attempts;
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engine
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Danger of explosion when using starter fuel
The engine may never be started with the aid of starter fuel. The starter fuel
sprayed into the intake manifold can ignite.
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Risk of malfunctions in the carrier electronics.
Always wait until the start menu is displayed before starting the engine.
This prevents malfunctions in the electronics and corresponding error
messages in the subsequent driving operation.
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Risk of crushing due to turning wheels
When you start the engine, no persons may be within the steering range of
the 3rd and 5th axle lines. These axle lines can be briefly steered during the
start of the engine; sometimes with five seconds delay.