Safety Instructions For Starting The Engine; Starting The Engine - Kubota KX91-3a2 Operator's Manual

Operation

Safety instructions for starting the engine

The excavator is equipped with an anti-theft system (page 93).
When starting the excavator for the first time on a work day, carry out the pre-operational
services (page 52).
Make sure that there are no persons within the excavator's working area. It is essential to warn
persons in the vicinity of the excavator by briefly blowing the horn.
Make sure that all operational controls are in neutral position.
Starting the excavator is only allowed when the operator is sitting on the driver's seat.
Before starting the engine, make the necessary operator station adjustments (page 57).
If the engine does not start immediately, cease the starting procedure. Wait a short time before
reattempting a start. If the engine does not start after several attempts, contact skilled personnel.
If the batteries are discharged, jump-start the excavator (page 86).
Do not use a starting pilot or similar substances as a starting aid.

Starting the engine

Move the potentiometer (1) towards
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switch (2) is switched off. The indicator does not light up.
The excavator is equipped with an anti-theft
system. If someone tries to start the excavator with
the wrong key, the following message will be
displayed:
If the bunch of keys contains metal parts, such as
key rings or other keys, the engine might fail to
start.
If the control lever lock is not raised, the following message will be displayed:
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