OPERATING CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES MLC300 OPERATOR MANUAL
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Published 11-20-19, Control # 234-19
2. Make sure the battery disconnect switch is in the
CONNECT position (see Battery Disconnect Switch on
page 3-12). The engine will not start if the batteries are
disconnected.
3. Make sure the emergency stop button is UP. The engine
will not start if the button is depressed (see Emergency
Stop Button on page 3-17).
4. Make sure the hydraulic tank shutoff valves are open as
shown in Figure 3-13
.
5. For Cummins engine only, make sure the fuel system
shut-off valves (1, Figure 3-14
) are open as shown
6. If necessary in cold weather, disengage the engine
clutch as shown in Figure 3-15
. This step will disconnect
CAUTION
Pump Damage
Do not start the engine until the hydraulic tank shutoff
valve is open. Otherwise, the pumps could cavitate and
be damaged.
Figure 3-13. Hydraulic Tank Shut-Off Valves
.
Item Description
1 CLOSE Shut-Off Valve (must remove safety pin)
2 OPEN Shut-Off Valve
3 Valve Operator (M16 hex)
4Safety Pin
5 Padlock Holes (for owner furnished padlock)
Right Upper Side of Rotating Bed
PAST or CURRENT
Figure 3-14. Fuel System Shut-Off Valves
Right Under Side of Rotating Bed
Item Description
1 Fuel System Shut-Off Valve (2) Shown Opened
Figure 3-15. Engine Clutch Lever
Item Description
1 Engage
2 Disengage
Top of Rotating Bed