Starting Engine - Komatsu D65EX-12 Operation & Maintenance Manual

OPERATION

STARTING ENGINE

NORMAL STARTING
Check that there are no persons or obstacles in the
surrounding area, then sound the horn and start the
engine.
Exhaust gas is toxic. When starting the engine in con-
fined spaces, be particularly careful to ensure good
ventilation.
NOTICE
Do not start the engine with the fuel control lever near
the FULL position.
There is danger that this will damage the engine parts.
Do not keep the starting motor rotating continuously
for more than 20 seconds.
If the engine will not start, wait for at least 2 minutes
before trying to start the engine again.
1. Before starting the engine, check that fuel control lever
(1) is at the low idling position.
2. Pull fuel control lever (1) to a position midway between
the low idling and full speed positions.
3. Insert the key into starting switch (2) and turn the key to
the START position. The engine will start.
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OPERATION