Stopping The Engine; Observation Of The Displays After Starting And During Operation - Kubota K008-3 Operating Instructions Manual

Operation
At engine operating temperature:
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Turn the starter switch to PREHEAT for approx. 5 seconds.
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Turn the starter switch to the START position and release it as soon as the engine has started.
The switch will return automatically to the RUN position.
Set the engine speed required for operation:
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Set the throttle lever to the desired speed.
Check the displays and indicators during operation (page 63).

Stopping the engine

If the engine is to be stopped to take the excavator out of operation, the services for placing the
excavator out of operation (page 83) must be carried out.
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Set the throttle lever to idle speed.
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Turn the starter switch to the STOP position and remove the key.

Observation of the displays after starting and during operation

The operator must observe the indicators and displays after starting and during operation.
If the engine oil pressure indicator lights up during operation, immediately stop the engine and
contact skilled personnel.
If the charge lamp lights up during operation, immediately stop the engine and contact skilled
personnel.
If the fuel level indicator lights up, there are only 2 L of fuel left. Refuel the excavator (page 87).
If the coolant temperature indicator lights up during operation, park the machine at a safe location
and allow the engine to idle. Turn off the engine after it has idled for about 5 min. and check the
level of the coolant (page 56).
Also stop the engine immediately if
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the engine speed rises or drops suddenly,
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abnormal noises are heard,
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the excavating devices do not respond to the control lever as expected or
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the exhaust fumes are black or white. When the engine is still cold, white smoke for a short time is normal.
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