Check The Engine Start System - Kubota GZD21-2 HD Assembly Manual

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C Check the engine start system
1. Start and run the machine following all safety instructions in the operator's manuals.

2. Check the engine start system.

Check the following tests before operating the machine.
If the machine does not pass one of the following tests, do not operate the machine.
Test 1 (OPERATOR NOT ON THE SEAT)
1. Securely set the parking brake.
2. Shift the PTO lever to "DISENGAGE" (OFF) position.
3. Set the motion control levers to the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position.
4. Turn the key switch to "START" position.
5. The engine must not crank.
Test 2 (OPERATOR ON THE SEAT)
1. Do not set the parking brake. (release it from test 1)
2. Shift the PTO lever to "DISENGAGE" (OFF) position.
3. Set the motion control levers to the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position.
4. Turn the key switch to "START" position.
5. The engine must not crank.
Test 3 (OPERATOR ON THE SEAT)
1. Securely set the parking brake.
2. Shift the PTO lever to "DISENGAGE" (OFF) position.
3. Grasp the motion control levers and move them inward from "NEUTRAL LOCK" position to
"NEUTRAL" position and then release the levers.
4. Turn the key switch to "START" position.
5. The engine must not crank.
Test 4 (OPERATOR ON THE SEAT)
1. Securely set the parking brake.
2. Shift the PTO lever to "ENGAGE" (ON) position.
3. Set the motion control levers to the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position.
4. Turn the key switch to "START" position.
5. The engine must not crank.
Test 5 (OPERATOR ON THE SEAT)
1. Open the hood.
2. Sit on the operator's seat.
3. Depress the brake pedal fully.
4. Turn the key to the "START" position.
5. The engine should not crank.
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