2. Unseal all openings sealed in "Tractor Storage".

3. Install battery.

4. Remove ties or block which secured clutch pedal down.

5. Check levels of engine oil, transmission-hydraulic oil, and engine coolant, add if necessary.

6. Drain a small amount of fuel from fuel tank to purge any moisture condensation that has collected.

7. Fill fuel tank.

8. Perform all appropriate 10-hour, 50-hour, 250-hour, and 600-hour services as instructed in Lubrication and Maintenance section.

9. Check all instruments and indicators by turning key switch to ON position.

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 20 seconds at a time, and wait at least two minutes for starter to cool before trying again.

10. Pull hand throttle (A) all the way down, depress clutch pedal, and crank engine until oil pressure rises.

11. Connect wiring lead to fuel injection pump shut-off solenoid.

12. Depress clutch pedal and start engine. Operate engine at slow idle for several minutes. Warm up carefully and check all systems before placing tractor under load.

A-Hand Throttle

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