TM 10-3930-641-10
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS - CONTINUED
0005 00
START ENGINE
0005 00
WARNING
DO NOT operate engine in enclosed areas due to the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning from
exhaust fumes. Always start and operate engine in a well-ventilated area and, if in an enclosed area,
vent exhaust to the outside. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury or death to personnel.
Hearing protection is required when operating machine with cab windows open. Anyone within 50 ft
(15 m) of an operating machine must also wear hearing protection. Failure to wear hearing protection
may cause hearing loss.
Be ALERT for personnel in the area while operating machine. Always check to ensure area is clear of
personnel before starting engine. Failure to follow this warning may cause injury or death to personnel.
NOTE
Refer to WP 0004 00 for the location and operation of controls and indicators.
1.
Starting Engine Above 32F (0C).
a.
Ensure transmission is in N (Neutral).
b.
Ensure parking brake is applied by pulling parking brake control knob out.
c.
Ensure all hydraulic control levers are in a neutral position.
d.
Ensure all accessories are off.
e.
Ensure all personnel are clear of machine.
f.
Press and hold accelerator pedal 1/4 way down.
CAUTION
DO NOT crank starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time. After 30 seconds, allow starter motor to
cool for at least 2 minutes before attempting to start engine again. Excessive heating of starter motor may
result in damage or premature starter failure.
g.
Turn power switch to START position.
h.
Release power switch when engine starts.
i.
If engine does not start after 30 seconds, let starter cool for two minutes, then try to start again.
j.
If engine oil pressure indicator does not stop flashing within 10 seconds after engine starts, stop engine by turning
off power switch. Perform troubleshooting.
k.
After engine has started, verify that the following indicator lights are OFF:
(1)
NO COOLANT FLOW indicator. If indicator does not turn OFF, perform troubleshooting.
(2)
SUPP STER indicator. If indicator does not turn OFF, perform troubleshooting.
(3)
LOW PRESS BRAKE indicator. If indicator does not stop flashing, perform troubleshooting.
(4)
ALTERNATOR INDICATOR. If indicator does not turn OFF, perform troubleshooting.
Proceed to Machine Warmup.
l.
0005 00-4
