TM 5-3805-261-10
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS - CONTINUED
0005 00
START ENGINE - CONTINUED
CAUTION
DO NOT crank starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time. After 30 seconds, allow starter motor to
cool for at least 2 minutes before attempting to start engine again. Excessive heating of starter motor may
result in damage or premature starter failure.
j.
Push in and turn start switch to START position. When engine starts, release start switch.
CAUTION
Turbocharger damage can result if engine RPM is not kept low until oil pressure indicator on EMS panel has
stopped flashing.
k.
Release accelerator pedal after engine has started.
l.
If engine oil pressure indicator does not stop flashing within 10 seconds after engine starts, stop engine by pulling
backwards on accelerator pedal and perform troubleshooting.
After engine has started, proceed to Machine Warmup.
m.
2.
Starting Engine Below 32F (0C) Using Ether Starting Aid.
a.
Ensure blade is lowered to ground.
b.
Ensure transmission is in N (Neutral).
c.
Ensure parking brake is applied (parking brake control lever pushed forward).
d.
Ensure all hydraulic control levers are in center HOLD position.
e.
Ensure all accessories are off.
f.
Ensure all personnel are clear of machine.
g.
Insert battery disconnect switch key and turn to right (ON) position.
h.
Press hydraulic unloading valve. Hold for 1 to 2 minutes after engine has started.
i.
Partially depress accelerator pedal and hold during cranking.
CAUTION
DO NOT crank starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time. After 30 seconds, allow starter motor
to cool for at least 2 minutes before attempting to start engine again. Excessive heating of starter motor
may result in damage or premature starter failure.
After 7 starting attempts (30 seconds of cranking followed by a 2-minute wait), wait for 30 minutes
before next starting attempt, at which time attempt only 4 30-second cranking cycles, then wait 30 min-
utes before next attempt.
j.
Push in and turn start switch to START position.
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