Start the Engine

CAUTION: Avoid Injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.

  • Move the machine to an outside area before running the engine.
  • If running engine in an enclosed area, make sure that there is adequate ventilation.
  • To direct exhaust fumes out of the area, connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust pipe.
  • To clear out the exhaust fumes, allow fresh outside air into the work area.

NOTE: When operating machine in temperatures below - 18°C (0°F), it is recommended to install the optional engine block heater, hydraulic oil heater, and battery heating pad.

When temperature is below 0°C (32°F), follow the additional cold weather starting aids.

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    Fuel Shutoff Valve

    Open the fuel shutoff valve.


  2. Apply the park brake.

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    A - Transmission Range Lever

    B - PTO/RIO Switch Knob

    C - Hand Throttle Lever

    Move the transmission range lever (A) to the N (neutral) position.


  4. Remove foot from forward and reverse travel pedals.

  5. CAUTION: Avoid Injury! Check to be sure that area is clear of any bystanders before lowering implements to the ground.

    Lower any rear-mounted implements to the ground by pushing the rockshaft control lever forward.

  6. Lower any front-mounted implement to the ground using the SCV lever (if equipped).

  7. Set hand throttle (C) to the 1/2-3/4 fast position.

  8. Turn ignition key switch to the ON position.

  9. Check indicator lights:

    • All indicator lights illuminate.
    • All gauges do a full sweep and return to normal.

  10. IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Operating the starter for more than 20 seconds at a time results in damage to the starter.

    If the engine does not start, wait two minutes before trying again.

    Turn key switch to START position. Release key when engine starts.

  11. Check indicator lights:

    • Engine oil pressure light should go out after 5 seconds of the engine running. If it does not go out, the engine oil pressure may be too low. Stop the engine and check for cause.
    • Alternator/battery charging light should go out after 10 seconds of the engine running. If it does not go out, set the engine speed at full throttle.

  12. Set hand throttle to the 1/2 fast position for 1 minute without load before operating.

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