Operation
Starting The Engine
Operation
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Engine Start
DANGER!
Always be sure the blade is disengaged and all
persons are out of the path of the blade before starting the
engine. Failure to do so will result in serious injury.
DANGER!
Operate your engine/machine only in well venti-
lated areas. The exhaust gases of your engine can cause
nausea, delirium and potentially death unless adequate
ventilation is present.
DANGER!
Never operate an engine with a fuel or oil leak.
The leaking fuel or oil could potentially come in contact with
hot surfaces and ignite into flames.
WARNING!
Be sure the power feed switch is in the neutral
position before turning the key switch to the on (#1) or
accessory (#3) position. This prevents accidental carriage
movement which may cause serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Do not operate engine without proper and
operational spark arrester/muffler. Sparks emitted from the
engine exhaust could ignite surrounding materials, causing
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not crank starter for more than 7 seconds at
one time during starting attempts. Damage to the engine
may result.
CAUTION!
Let cool engine idle for 2 minutes before apply-
ing load to prevent engine damage.
1.
See the engine manufacturer’s manual for lubricating oil recommendations for specific
temperature ranges.
2.
Use a best quality diesel fuel for below freezing starting.
3.
Turn the key switch on the control panel to the on (#1) position.
4.
Wait until the glow plug indicator goes out.
5.
Turn the key switch to the start (#2) position and release.
