11.3 SWITCHES 11.3.1 START KEY SWITCH This switch is used to start or stop the engine. It has four positions. ACC position This position is used if the engine is not running when accesso- ries are needed. OFF position The key can be inserted or removed. The switches for the electric system, except the lighting circuits, are all turned off and the engine is stopped. ON position Electric current flows in the charging and lamp circuits. Keep the starting switch key in the ON position while the engine is running. REMARK With the key in this position prior to engine start up, a bulb check of all warning lights can be performed. START position This is the engine start position.
Keep the key at this position during cranking. Immediately after starting the engine, release the key which will automatically return to the ON position. This switch incorporates a restart protection feature to prevent engagement of the starter motor while the engine is running. Once the switch has been returned to the ON position, the key must be moved to the OFF position before it can be moved again to the START position. REMARK To prevent damage to the starter motor and avoid low battery output, do not continuously crank the engine for more than 30 second intervals. Allow 1 to 2 minute recovery period between cranking. 2-9