4 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Starting the engine - At low temperatures
This starting system activates when the ambient temper-
ature is lower than 5 °C (41 °F).
NOTE: in very cold starting conditions [starting below -15
°C (5 °F)] the engine controller will limit the engine speed
to a maximum of 1200 RPM to prevent damage to the en-
gine. If the throttle setting is at low idle upon start, the
engine will run at 950 RPM unless overridden by the clus-
ter setting. You can adjust the engine speed between 950
RPM and 1200 RPM during this time. At -20 °C (-4 °F),
this may take up to 100 s.
When starting a cold engine at temperatures below 5 °C
(41 °F), open the throttle fully.
Turn the key switch to the ON position and check the in-
strument cluster.
Wait for the glow plugs indicator light (1) to turn off before
turning the key switch to ON.
Turn the key switch to ON until the engine starts, then
release the key.
If the engine fails to start after a maximum of 30 s of crank-
ing repeat the starting procedure.
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Do not operate the starter for more than 30 s.
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