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Operation Section
Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
Refer to the Owners Manual of the OEM for your type
of controls. Use the following procedure to start the
engine.
1. Place the transmission in NEUTRAL. Disengage
the flywheel clutch to allow the engine to start
faster, and to reduce the draining of the battery.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
During the key on, all warning lamps will illuminate
for a few seconds, to test the circuits. If any lamps
do not illuminate, check the bulbs and replace as
necessary.
NOTICE
Do not engage the starting motor when flywheel is
turning. Do not start the engine under load.
If the engine fails to start within 30 seconds, release
the starter switch or button and wait two minutes to
allow the starting motor to cool before attempting to
start the engine again.
3. Push the start button or turn the ignition switch to
the START position to crank the engine.
Do not push down or hold the throttle down while
the engine is cranked. The system will
automatically provide the correct amount of fuel
that is needed to start the engine.
4. If the engine fails to start within 30 seconds,
release the start button, or the ignition switch. Wait
for 2 minutes to allow the starting motor to cool
before attempting to start the engine again.
NOTICE
Oil pressure should rise within 15 seconds after the
engine starts. Do not increase engine rpm until the oil
pressure gauge indicates normal. If oil pressure is
not indicated on the gauge within 15 seconds, DO
NOT operate the engine. STOP the engine, investi-
gate and correct the cause.
5. Allow the engine to idle for approximately 3
minutes. Idle the engine until the water
temperature gauge has begun to rise. Check all
gauges during the warmup period.
Note: Oil pressures and fuel pressures should be in
the normal range on the instrument panel. Engines
that are equipped with "WARNING" lamps do not
have an operating range. The "WARNING and
DIAGNOSTIC" lamp (if equipped) will flash while the
engine is cranking. The lamp should turn off after
proper engine oil pressure or fuel pressure is
achieved. Do not apply a load to the engine or
increase engine rpm until the oil pressure gauge
indicates at least normal pressure. Inspect the engine
for leaks and/or unusual noises.
If the engine is operated with a low load, the engine
will reach normal operating temperature sooner than
idling the engine with no load. When the engine is
idled in cold weather, increase the engine rpm to
approximately 1000 to 1200 rpm to raise engine
temperature. Do not exceed the recommended rpm
to increase the speed of the warmup. Limit
unnecessary idle time to 10 minutes.
Starting Problems
An occasional starting problem may be caused by
one of the following items:
• Low battery charge
• Lack of fuel
• Problem with the wiring harness
If the engine fuel system has been run dry, fill the fuel
tank and prime the fuel system. Refer to the
Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System -
Prime" topic (Maintenance Section).
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