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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2 OPERATION
AUGUST 31, 2008
6. If engine does not start after 15 seconds of cranking starter, turn the
switch back to “IGN” for 10 seconds and again crank starter for no more
than 15 seconds.
NOTICE! If the tractor still will not start, allow the starter motor to cool before
repeating the procedure. This will prevent battery drain and starter motor
overheating.
7. Allow engine to warm up for 2 minutes.
8. Observe instruments to be sure each is working. Do not operate engine if
oil pressure fails to rise or if voltmeter does not show any charge.
2.3.2 Hard Starting
DO NOT use ether as a starting aid. The engine is equipped
with glow plugs or with an automatic preheater. Highly ammable ether
and similar starting aids exposed to these devices can cause a re or an
explosion.
If the tractor fails to start in the normal way, the engine probably needs
service.
NOTE: Because it has an automatic transmission, the tractor cannot be
started by towing or pushing.
NOTICE! When using a battery booster, observe proper polarity or you may
damage the electrical system and battery.
A worn out or badly sulfated battery will produce numerous problems that
cannot be corrected until the battery is replaced.
Always check battery condition and connections before condemning other
tractor systems.
2.3.3 Charging the Battery
To minimize risk of re or explosion when charging a battery:
• Keep sparks and ame away from battery to avoid battery gas explosion.
• If charging the battery while installed in the vehicle, disconnect the
negative(black) battery cable and then the positive (red) cable before
connecting the charger.
• With the charger unplugged and the switch OFF, connect the positive (red)
charger cable to the positive (+) battery terminal and then the negative
(black) charger cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
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