Starting Engine - Hitachi Zaxis 200LC Operator's Manual

Starting Engine

Before Starting The Engine
NOTE: Hydraulic oil filter restriction indicator will not light
for this check unless main hydraulic filter element
is restricted.
Turn key switch to ON position. Indicator lights will stay on
for 3 seconds then go off except for alternator voltage
indicator (1), engine oil pressure indicator (2), and dig
mode indicator (3) which will continue to stay on.
Starting The Engine
1. Move engine speed dial (1) to slow idle position.
2. Sound horn to alert persons nearby.
IMPORTANT: Prevent starter damage. Never operate
starter for more than 20 seconds at a
time. If engine fails to start, return key
switch to OFF. Wait for about 2
minutes, then try again. After a false
start, DO NOT turn key switch until
engine stops.
3. Turn key switch to START. (All indicator lights will stay
on for approximately 3 seconds). Release key; switch
will return to ON position.
After Starting Check
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible damage to engine. If
indicator lights do not go out after
starting engine, IMMEDIATELY STOP
THE ENGINE.
After the engine is started, the indicator lights must go
out. If they do not, stop the engine immediately. Find and
correct the problem.
Operation—Operating The Machine
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2-2-2
1—Alternator Voltage Indicator
2—Engine Oil Pressure Indicator
3—Dig Mode Indicator
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Slow Idle
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1—Engine Speed Dial
WORKMODE
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