Komatsu — Starting Engine In Cold Weather

MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS OPERATION 3. When the engine starts, release the key in starting switch (2). The key will return automatically to the ON position. Starting Engine In Cold Weather WARNING Start the engine only after sitting down in the opera- tor's seat. Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. Such an act may cause a serious bodily injury or fire. Check that there are no persons or obstacles in the surrounding area, then sound the horn and start the engine. Never sue starting aid fluids as they may cause explo- sions. Exhaust gas is toxic.

When starting the engine in con- fined spaces, be particularly careful to ensure good ventilation. NOTICE Do not keep the starting motor rotating continuously for more than 20 seconds. If the engine fails to start, wait for about 2 minutes and repeat from Step 2. When starting in low temperatures, do as follows. 1. Turn fuel control dial (1) to the center position between LOW IDLING and HIGH IDLING. 3-48