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OPERATION
Note: Avoid excessive idling. If the vehicle is parked for more than 5 minutes, stop the
engine. An engine can burn from 3 to 5.5 liters (0.75 to 1.5 gallons) of fuel per hour while
idling. During long engine idling periods, the engine coolant temperature may fall below
the normal operating range. Incomplete combustion of fuel during the warm-up period can
cause dilution of the oil in the crankcase, formation of lacquer or gummy deposits on the
valves, pistons and rings, and rapid accumulation of sludge in the engine.
Low Idle Adjustment
DANGER
Before setting the idle, apply the parking
brakes and place the transmission in
neutral. Failure to do so can result in
unexpected vehicle movement and can
cause serious personal injury or death.
If the engine coolant temperature is above 50 C (122 F), the vehicle is stationary (engine
running; accelerator released; parking brake on) and the PTO not engaged, the engine low
idle speed can be adjusted with the use of the cruise control function.
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