Starting The Engine While Using Coolant Heater; Drive Away - Zetor Proxima GP Series Operator's Manual

Starting the engine while using coolant heater

With low temperatures of the surroundings, engine starting eases heating coolant. Leadin electrical
installation and its protection against dangerous contact must be done pursuant to valid regulations
1. First plug the plug to the heater.
2. Then connect heater to electrical network of the voltage of 220 V.
With regard for the lower engine wear with low temperature, the use of heater is recommended by
manufacturer. The duration of heating is dependent on the surrounding temperature (1 - 2 hours before the
expected start).
After completing the heating, disconnect the device first from electrical network and only then
disconnect the plug from the heater! Danger of injury due to electricity!
It is necessary to ensure tractor operator's instruction and regular revision of coolant heater
including feeding cable pursuant to valid legislation of the state where the tractor is operated at least
prior to each winter period.

Drive away

1. Depress the clutch pedal.
2. Shift the main shifting lever to neutral position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Set the engine speed from 800 to 850 r.p.m.
5. Select road or reduced gears.
6. Shift the reversing lever to the tractor's travel direction (to the front or reversing).
7. Engage applicable gear for tractor's start
8. Increase engine revolutions slightly.
9. Prepare manual brake for unbraking.
10. Release the clutch pedal only to the point of travel engagement and with simultaneous increase of
engine revolutions continue in smooth release of clutch pedal.
11. Unbrake manual brake completely.
12. Drive away smoothly and slowly.
A very fast drive away may cause overload of driving set, increased fuel consumption,
excessive tires wear and load damage. Drive away with 1
a heavy trailer up the slope and in difficult terrain.
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