Starting the Engine

CAUTION: Prevent asphyxiation. Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death to you or others.

If you must operate engine in a building, be positive there is adequate ventilation. Use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the exhaust fumes or open doors and windows to bring enough outside air into the area.

Avoid the possibility of personnel injury or death:

  • Be sure everyone is clear of the machine.
  • Start engine only from the operator seat.
  • Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Machine may start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.
  • Engine starting with the handle out of the “Park” position indicates a malfunction of the starting circuit. Repairs should be made immediately by your John Deere Dealer.

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  1. NOTE: Controls and switches must be in the position described, before starting the engine.

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    A - Multifunction Control Handle

    B - Indicator Lights

    Turn off switches, including radio and dome light.


  2. Place multifunction control handle (A) in “PARK”.

  3. NOTE: Glow plug light will not light unless fuel temperature is below -5° C (23° F).

    Turn ignition key to “ON” position. Stop, Glow Plug and Caution Indicator lights (B) will come on when key is in “ON” position and engine is not running.

  4. IMPORTANT: Do not operate starter more than 30 seconds at a time or starter may be damaged. If engine does not start, wait at least 2 minutes before trying again. If engine does not start in four attempts, refer to Troubleshooting section.

    To assure adequate lubrication after engine starts, idle engine at approximately 1000 rpm with no load for 1 to 2 minutes. Extend this period when operating at temperatures below freezing.

    When starting the machine during cold temperatures see Cold Weather Starting in this section.

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    N74869-UN-19JAN07

    A - Drop Down Menu

    Turn ignition key clockwise to engage starter. Release key when engine starts. If key is released before engine starts, wait until starter and engine stop turning before trying again.


  5. When the engine has started, stop and caution indicator lights will go off when ignition key is released.

  6. View the engine coolant temperature on Sprayer Main Page if that feature has been selected on one of the dropdown menus available on that page.

    IMPORTANT: Protect turbocharger during start-up by not accelerating above 1000 rpm until normal engine idle speed is established (900 rpm).

    NOTE: Should engine stall while operating under load, restart it immediately to prevent overheating.

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