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Section 4
1. Place the spreader switch to the OFF (down)
position, release the parking brake. Stand on the
operator platform in the operating position. Try to
start the engine; the engine should not start.
2. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position, engage the parking brake, move the
spreader switch to the OFF (down) position, and
start the engine. Stand on the operator platform
in the operating position with the engine running,
engage the spreader switch to the ON (up) position,
and step backwards off of the operating platform.
The spreader should shut off and the engine should
stay running.
3. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, move
the spreader switch to the OFF (down) position, and
start the engine. With the engine running, release
the parking brake, and step backwards off of the
operating platform. The engine should shut off.
4. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, move
the sprayer switch to the OFF (down) position, and
start the engine. With the engine running, move
the sprayer switch to the ON (up) position, release
the parking brake, and step backwards off of the
operating platform. The engine should shut off and
the sprayer pump should stay running.
5. Stand on the operator platform in the operating
position, place the steering control levers in the
neutral position, engage the parking brake, move
the sprayer switch to the OFF (down) position, and
start the engine. With the engine running, move the
sprayer switch to the ON (up) position, and step
backwards off of the operating platform. The engine
and sprayer pump should stay running.
WARNING
Never operate the machine with the interlock
system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not
disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself
and others or property damage could result.
4.5 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES
FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS
1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4
and 8 hours.
2. Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20
hours of operation. See Section 7.4.
3. Check oil level in the hydraulic system reservoir.
See Section 7.3.
4. Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.
5. Check interlock system for proper operation.
See Section 4.4.
6. Check tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.
See Section 7.10.
4.6 STARTING THE ENGINE
CAUTION
DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS. Use of starting
fluids in the air intake system may be potentially
explosive or cause a “runaway” engine condition
that could result in engine damage and/or
personal injury.
1. Be sure the fuel shutoff valve, located by the fuel
tank, is completely open. See Section 7.5.
2. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position and disengage the sprayer/spreader.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. If the engine is cold, choke the engine as needed.
5. Move the engine throttle control to about half engine
speed.
6. Turn the ignition key to the start position and start
the engine.
7. Allow engine to warm before operating the machine.
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