Starting the Engine-With Powershift Transmission

causym CAUTION: Prevent asphyxiation. Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death to you or someone else.

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

Avoid possible injury or death from a runaway machine. DO NOT start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Machine will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.

NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start engine only from operator's seat, with FNR/range lever in NEUTRAL and park brake engaged.

1. Sit in seat and fasten seat belt.

2. Sound horn.

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3. Move FNR/range lever (A) to NEUTRAL.

4. Push the left half of the park brake switch (C) to engage the park brake.

5. Push the lower half of the ride control switch (D), if equipped, to deactivate ride control.

IMPORTANT: To avoid engine damage, never start engine with engine speed control lever set at FAST IDLE.

6. Move engine speed control lever (E) to 1/3 speed.

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

7. Turn key switch (F) clockwise to START and hold in position until engine starts. Release key switch when engine starts. If engine does not start after 30 seconds, turn key switch OFF and wait two minutes before trying again.


A-FNR/Range Lever
C-Park Brake Switch
D-Ride Control Switch-If Equipped
E-Engine Speed Control Lever
F-Key Switch

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