Starting the Engine

CAUTION: Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.

• Move the machine to an outside area before running the engine.
• Do not run an engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation.
• Connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of the area.
• Allow fresh outside air into the work area to clear the exhaust fumes out.

1. Sit on operator seat. Do not start engine at this time.

2. Push down on accelerator pedal to check free movement of pedal assembly. Release pedal.

3. NOTE: The machine has a brake pedal start safety switch. The brake pedal must be pressed and held down to start the machine. The engine will start if the machine is in any gear with the brake pedal pressed down.

   Move transmission shift lever to N (Neutral) position.

4. Press park brake to locked position.

5. CAUTION: Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals.

   Do not use starting fluid to aid engine starting.

   Never start engine while standing on ground. Start engine only from operator’s seat.

   Turn ignition key switch to the RUN position.

6. Press and hold brake pedal down.

7. IMPORTANT: Starter may be damaged if operated continuously for extended periods of time. Allow starter to cool down after several starting attempts.

   Turn ignition key switch to START position and release.

8. The engine will crank for up to five seconds, depending on engine temperature.

   • If engine does not start within ten seconds, turn ignition key switch to STOP position and wait ten seconds before trying to start again.
   • In very cold conditions, attempt starting engine three times only, then wait 5 minutes before trying again. This will allow time for starter to cool and prevent damage to starter.
   
   

9. IMPORTANT: Do not operate the engine at full throttle or under load until engine has warmed up, or engine damage could occur.

   Allow engine to warm up if needed.