Driving; Starting Up And Shutting Down The Engine - Hardi ALPHA evo ALU-TWIN FORCE Instruction Book

5- Operation

Driving

Starting up and shutting down the engine

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NOTE! Before starting the engine, check the level of the engine oil, coolant, fuel and hydraulic oil. Check that the
engine radiator air filter is clean.
Starting up
• Turn the battery switch to the [CONTACT] position
(horizontal handle).
• Place the forward handle in neutral. A position detector ensures
safe engine start-up.
• Turn the contact key to position [1) to power the electrical and
electronic circuits.
• Turn the contact key to position [2] to start the engine. Release it
after start-up and the key will automatically return to position [1].
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WARNING! If the engine fault light remains lit after starting the
engine or if the CANcockpit rev counter emits an acoustic signal, shut down the engine immediately and correct the
fault.
Shutting down
• Place the forward handle in neutral to shut down the machine.
• Engage the parking brake.
• Turn the contact key to position [0] to shut down the engine.
• Disconnect the electronic control units (HC9500, INTEGRA etc.).
• Turn the battery switch to the [CUT-OFF] position (handle vertical).
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NOTE! Reduce the engine speed for a few seconds to slow down the turbocharger and stabilise the engine
temperature.
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NOTE! Do not leave the headlights on when the engine is no longer running. The battery will quickly run down and
the engine will no longer start.
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