1. Starter Switch A three-position starter switch is used to start or shut down engine for equipment operation. O I O. Turning switch to this position turns engine "OFF" with its electrical system. In this position engine is "OFF" but interior cabin light and fuel tank transfer pump (if equipped) are functional. I. Turning switch to this position turns engine electrical system "ON." When switch is first turned "ON" six indicator/warning lights across top of instrument panel, will light for approximately two seconds. The battery warning light and engine oil pressure warning light should remain "ON" after the other four have turned "OFF." FG001364 Figure 4 NOTE:
Preheat Indicator Light - The operation of the preheat cycle depends on coolant temperature. When the engine coolant is cold enough, the preheat indicator light will remain "ON" until the engine preheat cycle is completed. The preheat cycle takes about twenty seconds to complete, and the indicator light will turn "OFF." When the light turns "OFF," engage the starter. . Moving switch to this position will crank engine. When engine starts, release key and allow it to return to the "I" (ON) position. Do not operate the starter switch for more than fifteen seconds at a time. This will help prevent damage to starter. WARNING DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS.
The preheat system could cause the starting fluid to explode. Starting fluids should never be used. . Preheat position. Used to aid engine starting in cold weather. When key is in this position, engine preheater is operating. When preheat cycle indicator light turns "ON" engine preheat cycle is complete. Immediately turn key to crank position and start engine. This light turns "ON" after 15 seconds when the starter switch is turned to the preheating position. OP001760 Operating Controls 2-8