STARTING THE ENGINE

NOTE: If the machine has been out of use for some time, see "Starting up after storage" in the "Storage" Section. NOTE: See "Connecting booster batteries" in the "Electrical System" Section, if you have to start the engine using booster batteries. 1. Take up position correctly in the operator’s seat with the seat belt correctly fastened. See "Operator’s seat" in the "Controls/Instruments/Accessories" Section.

CD00E005 2. Make sure the function cancellation lever is raised and the safety bar in inward position. 1 2

CD00E060 3. Make sure the engine throttle button (1) is in low idle position. In cold weather, leave it in half-way position. 4. Turn the starter switch key (2) to "ON" position. 5. If necessary, enter the anti-theft code. See "Anti-theft device".

CD00E061 In cold weather, the message "Eng. pre heat" appears on the systems display panel. See "Systems display and control panel" (item 10), in the "Controls/Instruments/Accessories" Section.

6. As soon as the audible alarm device sounds, the message will disappear, turn the key (2) to the "START" position. Release the key as soon as the engine starts to turn. If the engine stops, wait about a minute and recommence the operation. IMPORTANT: Do not operate the starter motor for more than ten seconds at one time. Do not operate the starter motor when the engine is running. 7. Run the engine until the "Auto warm up" message disappears from the systems display panel. See "Systems display and control panel" (item 10) in the "Controls/Instruments/Accessories" Section.

CD00E005 8. Sound the horn on the left-hand control lever to give warning of your intention to start the machine.

CD00E006 9. Lower the function cancellation lever (safety bar in outward position). IMPORTANT: Frequently check the systems display and control panel whilst the engine is running. See "Engine operation".