BA 5001-6001 US – Edition 1.2 * 6001b320.fm 3-11
Operation
Indicators and warning lights: overview
1 Not assigned
2 High beam indicator (blue)
Comes on if high beam is on.
CAUTION
Make sure no other road users are blinded by lights.
☞ Switch on low beam when other road users are nearby.
3 Preheating indicator (yellow)
Comes on if the key in the preheating start switch is in position 2.
A glow plug preheats the air in the combustion chamber of the engine when the key is in
this position.
The indicator goes out as soon as preheating temperature is reached (15 – 20 sec)
4
Hydraulic oil filter indicator (red)
Indicates inadmissibly high pressure in the hydraulic return line to the tank. In this case:
☞ Have the hydraulic oil return filter checked and, if necessary, replaced by an authorized
service facility
☞ The indicator can come on briefly if the hydraulic oil is cold, but goes out again once
operating temperature is reached.
5 Not assigned
6
Indicator (red)—alternator charge function
NOTICE: The coolant pump no longer runs if the V-belt is faulty. Engine may
overheat or break down. If the indicator comes on with the engine running:
☞
Stop the engine immediately.
☞ Have the cause repaired by an authorized service facility.
The V-belt for the alternator, or the charging circuit of the alternator is faulty if the indicator
comes on with the engine running. The battery is no longer charged.
7 Parking brake indicator (red)
Comes on if the parking brake is applied.
In this case:
☞ Actuate lever 18 to release the parking brake