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• Hand accelerator is on idle position;
• The joysticks and auxiliary controls are in neutral position;
Then turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, check the following functions:
• The acoustic alarm;
• The fuel level indicator;
• Engine oil pressure;
• Generator warning light;
• Preheating warning light;
• Press the horn button on the left joystick to
check its function.
4.3 STARTING THE ENGINE
• Only start the engine when you are seated properly in the
operator’s seat.
• Before starting the engine, make sure there are no persons or
obstacles in the surrounding area, then sound the horn and
start the engine.
• Never use starting aid fluids because they may cause explosions.
• Do not keep the starter continuously rotating for more than 15 seconds.
• It the engine does not start, wait for at least 2 minutes before trying again.
• Never turn the key to positions of start and preheat
when the engine is running.
4.3.1 NORMAL STARTING
Follow the steps below when start a warm engine or in
temperate environment.
1) Turn the ignition key to the START position
and keep it. The engine will start.
2) Once the engine starts, release the ignition
key. The key will return to the ON position automatically.
4.3.2 STARTING THE ENGINE IN COLD WEATHER
When start an engine in cold weather, do as follows:
1) Turn the ignition key to the PREHEAT position and hold for no more than 15
minutes. The preheating warning should be on.
2) When the preheating warm goes off. Turn the ignition key to the START
position and keep it. The engine will start.