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3. 1 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
A. Pre-Starting Inspection
Before starting the loader complete the
following inspection:
1. Check the hydraulic oil level, engine oil
level, engine coolant level and fuel supply.
2. Check the air filter indicator.
3. Check for fuel, oil and hydraulic leaks.
4. Check lights, battery level and cables.
5. Check tire pressure:
8.50 X 15 30 - 35 P.S.I. (207 - 241 kPa)
10.50 x 15 30 - 35 P.S.I. (207 - 241 kPa)
6. Check wheel nut torque 100 - 110 ft. lbs. (136 - 149
Nm)
7. Lubricate all grease fittings.
8. Check the condition and operation of all safety decals
and equipment – Ensure all shields and safety screens
are in place. If necessary repair or replace before
starting.
For complete daily servicing refer to section 4. 2.
B. Starting Procedure – Diesel
1. Ensure the seat bar is in the UP position and the
steering controls are centered and the hydraulic
controls are locked.
2. Adjust and fasten the seat belt securely around you.
3. Place the throttle control in idle position.
4. Turn the ignition key counter clockwise to activate the
glow plugs. Hold approximately 15 seconds. Both the
alternator and engine oil pressure warning lights
should be on.
5. Turn the key clockwise to start position to engage the
starter. Do not crank the starter for more than 15
seconds. If the engine fails to start turn the key counter
clockwise and pre - heat again.
6. When the engine has started the engine oil pressure
and alternator warning lights should go out. If they
don’t, shut - off the engine immediately and determine
cause. Allow the engine to warm up for five minutes
before operating. When ready to operate, lower the
seat bar and advance the throttle to full on position.
C. Shut-Off Procedure
1. Park the loader on level ground. If it’s necessary to
park on a slope, position the machine at right angles to
the slope.
2. Lower the lift arms and ground the attachment.
3. Return the throttle control to idle position. If the
engine is hot allow it to idle until normal. At least 2
minutes.
4. When the engine is cool, turn the ignition key to the
OFF position and remove the key.
5. Never enter or exit the loader when the engine is
running unless as specified in this manual or under
specific service and backhoe operating procedures.
6. Place the auxiliary foot pedal in neutral position. If the
auxiliary foot pedal is left in detent, restarting the
machine may be impossible. If equipped with an
electric solenoid make sure the switch is in the OFF
position.
7. Raise the seat bar to apply the park brake. Turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position, unfasten the seat
belt, and ensure the pedals are locked by rocking them,
and ensure the steering levers are in neutral.
3...OPERATION
This engine is equipped
with glow plugs. Do not
use ether or any high
energy fuels to assist
starting.
IMPORTANT
WARNING
To avoid personal injury,
lower the lift arms, shut off
the engine, raise the seat bar
and cycle the hydraulics to
ensure they are locked. Then,
unlatch the seat belt and exit
the loader. Do not enter or
exit with the engine running
unless as specified in this
manual or under specific
service and backhoe operating
procedures.
To prevent personal
injury do not operate the
loader without lowering
the safety bar, fastening
the seat belt and keeping
feet on the control pedals
or cab floor.
WARNING
WARNING
To avoid personal injury,
do not start the engine
unless you are in the seat
with the seat belt fastened
around you. Do not enter
or exit with the engine
running unless as specified
in this manual or under
specific service and
backhoe operating
procedures.
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