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5.2.3 Before starting the engine
Before starting the engine:
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Make sure that no one is on or near the loader.
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Keep the operating elements clean and dry.
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Remove or tighten all loose objects from the operator’s platform.
• Make sure that all safety devices are fitted, all tools have been removed after repairs, and the hood is closed.
1. Perform the »Before entering the operator’s platform« checks prior to starting the engine (see the chapter
»Operation«).
2. Adjust the operator’s seat and the steering column as needed.
3. Put on your seat
belt.
5.2.4 Starting the engine
The loader is equipped with a seat contact switch.
The seat contact switch ensures that the engine can only be started if the driver is sitting in the driver’s seat.
If the engine is running and the driver gets up from the seat, the engine automatically cuts out after approximately 20 seconds.
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Check that no one is in the loader‘s danger area.
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Do not use ether as a starting aid.
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Do not use the loader if the »starter inhibitor« does not function.
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Only start the loader from the operator’s seat.
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Due to the high viscosity in the hydraulic system at temperatures below 0°C (32°F), major machine damage can occur when the speed is increased immediately.
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Let the engine run at a low speed at temperatures below 0°C (32°F) until the hydraulic fluid is warm enough to permit smooth responsive operation.
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The lower the outside temperature, the longer the warm-up phase.
• Observe the hydrofilter‘s pressure display.
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Do not under any circumstances tow-start the loader to start the engine. This could damage the hydraulic system.
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Turn off the engine immediately if the warning lights do not go out when the engine is running.
• Have the malfunction rectified immediately. Do not use the loader again until the malfunction has been rectified.
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Do not suddenly turn off the engine from full load, but rather allow it to idle for 3 minutes before turning it off it to equalize the temperature.
Description of the starting process
Use the starting key to start the loader‘s engine (Fig. 22).
1. Push the foot accelerator.
2. Put in the key - level 0 = no operating voltage.
3. Turn the key left against the spring pressure until the heater-plug indicator is illuminated
Preheating:
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The heating process is automatically activated when level I is switched on.
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The heater indicator light Item 2 (Fig. 12) lights up.
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Start the engine at level II as soon as the heater indicator light goes out:
4. Continue to turn the key right against the spring pressure - level II = starting.
5. Let go of the key as soon as the engine starts - the key will return to level I - and the indicator lights will go out.
Check if all the indicator lights have gone out, correct any possible malfunctions before driving off with the loader.
To stop the engine turn the key anti-clockwise to level “0”.
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Starting switch
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If the engine does not start
It is absolutely not possible to start the engine by tow-starting the loader. This could damage the hydraulic system.
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Attempt to start the loader for a maximum of 20 seconds.
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Wait one minute.
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Repeat the starting process.
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If the engine will not start after two attempts, look for the cause in the malfunction table (»Troubleshooting and emergency maintenance«) or contact a specialist garage.
