Starting the Engine

causym CAUTION: 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 starting circuitry is bypassed.

This machine is equipped with a device that prevents engagement of hydraulic clutches if the engine is started "in gear". The machine will not travel in gear until transmission control and park brake lever is moved from PARK position to a gear position.

NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start engine only from operator's seat with transmission control and park brake lever in PARK position.

Use a seat belt when you operate with a roll-over protective structure (ROPS) to minimize chance of injury from an accident such as an overturn.

1. Fasten seat belt.

2. Sound horn to alert bystanders.

TS177
TS175

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NOTE: If machine starts while the transmission control and park brake lever is in any position other than PARK "P", contact your authorized dealer.

3. Machine will start only when the transmission control and park brake lever (A) is in the PARK position "P". Lever sleeve (B) must be in slot of console.


A-Transmission Control and Park Brake Lever
B-Lever Sleeve

T129688B

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IMPORTANT: Prevent damage to the flywheel and starter after a false start. Wait for engine to come to a complete stop before trying to start it again.

Never operate starter motor more than 20 seconds at a time. If engine fails to start after two or three times, turn key switch to OFF. Wait for two minutes, then try again.

Engine will not start by towing or pushing. Permanent damage to transmission will result.

4. Turn key switch to START position (A). DO NOT crank engine more than 20 seconds. Wait two minutes before trying again. Release key when engine starts.

5. Operate machine at less than normal loads and speeds until engine is at normal operating temperature.

T129538C


A-Key Switch START Position

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6. If equipped with engine speed control knob, move knob to 1/3 speed position. Two methods of operation are possible:

Method 1:

  • Loosen engine speed control knob (A) by turning counterclockwise.
  • Change engine speed by turning engine speed adjustment knob (B) left or right. Turning right, turtle position, will slow engine speed. Turning left, rabbit position, will increase engine speed.
  • Tighten engine speed control knob to hold engine speed constant.

Method 2:

  • Loosen engine speed control knob (A) by turning counterclockwise.
  • Push down on engine speed adjustment button (C).
  • Firmly hold engine speed adjustment knob and slide it up or down to desired engine speed.
  • Release engine speed adjustment knob and engine speed adjustment button.
  • Tighten engine speed control knob to hold engine speed constant.
T129555B

Method 1

T129556B

Method 2


A-Engine Speed Control Knob
B-Engine Speed Adjustment Knob
C-Engine Speed Adjustment Button

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