Kubota U17-3a Operating Instructions Manual page 54

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Insert the key (1) into the starter switch and turn it to the
RUN position.
The preglowing indicator (display below, position 3) comes on
briefly. The engine can be started after it goes off.
The engine oil pressure indicator (display below, position 1)
lights up and goes off after the engine has started.
The charge lamp (display below, position 2) lights up and goes
off after the engine has started.
If Fuel is shown in the display, there are only approx. 2 L of fuel left in the fuel tank. Refuel the excavator
(page 72).
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Turn the starter switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine has started. Release the
starter switch.
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Lower the left control console and make sure that the control lever lock engages.
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Run the engine briefly at idling speed.
Operate the engine at low speed until operating temperature is reached.
Set the engine speed required for operation:
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Move the throttle lever towards
Using the display selector switch (1) you can switch between the
engine speed and the hours of operation.
The time meter (display indication below) shows the actual
hours of operation of the excavator (independent from the en-
gine speed).
The speed indicator (display indication below) shows the current
engine speed.
Check the displays and indicators during operation (page 55).
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until the engine reaches the required speed.
Operation