MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS 3.3.1.5 STARTING ENGINE Normal Starting Start the engine only after sitting down in the operator's seat. Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. Such an act may cause 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. Exhaust gas is toxic. When starting the engine in confined spaces, be particularly careful to ensure good ventilation. IMPORTANT Do not keep the starting motor rotating continuously for more than 20 seconds. If the engine does not start, wait for at least one minute, then try again. 1.
Check the safety lock lever (1) is at the LOCK position (L). If the safety lock lever is in the FREE position (F), the en- gine does not start. NOTE For machines equipped with a cab, there is only a safety lock lever on the left. 2. Pull fuel control lever (2) to position (B) midway between low idling position (A) and the full position. 3. Turn the key in starting switch (3) to the START position. The engine will start. 103 WARNING