Start Engine

TS177-UN-11JAN89

Machinery Runaway

LV14539-UN-02AUG11

Hand Throttle (Cab)

PULV004678-UN-16DEC09

Hand Throttle (Low Profile)

LV14540-UN-02AUG11

A - Hand Throttle

B - Key Switch Off

CAUTION: NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. If normal circuitry is bypassed, machine can start in gear and move.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT run a cold engine at full throttle. Idle engine until it warms to operating temperature.

Temperature Below 0°C (32°F)	Temperature Above 30°C (89.6°F)
1000 rpm	900 rpm

NOTE: For temperature ranging 0°—30°C , run engine between 900 rpm and 1000 rpm.

1. Begin procedure from operator’s seat with transmission in neutral or park.

2. Push hand throttle (A) forward from idle position (approximately 1/3 of full throttle).

   NOTE: Engine may not start with throttle pulled completely rearward.

3. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 20 seconds at a time. If engine does not start, wait at least 2 minutes for the starter motor to cool before trying again.

   Depress clutch pedal and turn key (B) to START position. Release key when engine starts.

4. Warm up tractor and monitor control panel. Charging and oil pressure warning indicators should go off and stay off. Coolant temperature gauge should begin to move into normal range.

5. Monitor fluid leaks: engine oil, engine coolant, transmission-hydraulic oil, and front axle oil (if MFWD equipped).

6. Avoid unnecessary engine idle.