Cold Weather Warm-Up
Do not attempt harvester operations until hydraulic functions move at close-to-normal cycle times.
In extremely cold conditions, an extended warm-up period will be necessary.
Avoid sudden operation of hydraulic functions until engine is thoroughly warm.
1.
After starting engine, run at idle for 5 minutes.
2.
Engage all harvesting functions and slowly increase engine speed to half throttle (1500 rpm). Run engine at half throttle until engine is at operating temperature (between 77° C [170° F] and 95° C [203° F]).
3.
Depress switch to full engine speed. Begin operation when harvesting functions are running at normal speeds.
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