Operating The Engine; Before Starting Engine; Engine Speed Control Lever - Hitachi EX27U Operator's Manual

INDEX

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

1. Confirm that pilot control shut-off lever (1) is in the
LOCK position.
2. Confirm that all control levers are placed in neutral.
3. Check indicator bulbs as follows:
Turn key switch to ON position. All indicator lights
and warning lamps will come on. They will stay on for
approximately 3 seconds, except for alternator (2)
and engine oil pressure (3) indicator, which will con-
tinue to stay on further. If any lamp fails to light, the
bulb may be burned out.
The lamps also stay on for approximately 3 seconds
when the key switch is turned to HEAT or START po-
sition.
4. Adjust the seat to allow full pedal and control levers
stroke with the operator's back against the backrest.
Fasten the seat belt.
NOTE: 1. Use a wet cloth when wiping dust off monitor
or switch panels to prevent damaging the
panel face.
2. Rubber is used on the switch parts. Take
care not to tear the rubber-made parts with
sharp-edged tool, such as a screwdriver.

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER

Use the engine speed control lever to adjust engine speed.
Move the lever backward (5) to increase speed.
Move the lever forward (4) to decrease speed.

OPERATING THE ENGINE

3-1
1
3 2
4
M586-01-022
M586-01-014
5
M573-01-018