Starting Procedure - Terex PT30 Operation And Maintenance Manual

5 OPERATION

5.3 Starting Procedure

Before starting the engine, perform the pre-operation safety checklist. Once com-
plete, you may proceed by following this procedure:
1. Enter machine with lift arms all the way down. Maintain three points of
contact with the machine (fig. 5.3-1).
2. Sit down into the operator's seat, fasten seat belt, then lower lap bar into
position.
3. Starting with the throttle in the SLOW (turtle icon) position, push the throttle
1/3 the way open (toward the rabbit icon).
4. Turn the ignition key to the left for 6 seconds to "pre-heat" the engine.
While pre-heating, the glow plug operation light will illuminate.
5. Turn the ignition key to the right to start the engine.
6. Once running, reduce throttle to a low idle by pulling back on the hand
lever. Let the engine run at low idle for 2 to 3 minutes to warm it.
7. Set desired engine speed (RPM) by moving the throttle forward.
Note: The parking brake is automatically engaged when the machine is turned
off.
Entering or exiting the vehicle under raised lift arms could result in injury
or death. Never allow anyone beneath raised, unsecured lift arms
(fig. 5.3-2).
5.3-1
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5.3-2