Operation
Starting the machine
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3.15 Starting the machine
Requirement: Fill levels for the operating materials, for example fuel,
water etc., are adequate.
Before starting the machine, check all functions and settings (see
"Function tests before starting work").
NOTE
The electrical system is switched on and off and the diesel
engine started and stopped with the ignition key.
[0] Electrical system OFF, diesel
engine STOP
[I] Electrical system ON
[II] without function [III] Engine start
NOTE
The pilot light for cold start assistance can also look different in
different machine types.
NOTE
When the engine is at a standstill and the electrical system
is switched on for a longer period (position I), the battery
discharges rapidly.
Switching on the electrical system
Turn the ignition key [1] to position I.
a
The electrical system is switched on.
a
Functional control of warning and indicator lights.
a
Indicator light for cold start assistance [2] lights up until the start
temperature is reached.
a
The diesel engine remains switched off.
Starting the diesel engine
NOTICE
Damage of the starter!
Damage or destruction of the starter as a result of an excessively long
start phase.
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Keep the ignition key not lonager than 5 seconds in position III.
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If a starting attempt fails, make a fault diagnosis.