12. OPERATION 12.15 STOPPING ENGINE NOTICE If the engine is abruptly stopped before it has cooled down, engine life may be greatly shortened. Consequently, do not abruptly stop the engine apart from an emergency. In particular, if the engine has overheated, do not abruptly stop it but run it at low speed to allow it to cool gradually, then stop it. 1. Place fuel control lever 1 in the low idling position and run the engine at low idling speed for about 5 minutes to allow it to gradually cool down. 2. Push fuel control lever 1 in the engine stop position and stop the engine. OFF ON 3. Turn the key in starting switch 2 to the OFF position and remove the key.
START 12.16 CHECK AFTER STOPPING ENGINE 1. Walk around the machine and check the work equipment, paint- work, and undercarriage, and check also for leakage of oil or water. If any abnormalities are found, repair them. 2. Fill the fuel tank. 3. Check the engine compartment for paper and debris. Clean out any paper and debris to avoid a fire hazard. 4. Remove any mud stuck to the undercarriage. 2-71