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2-12. Start-Up Procedures. (figure 2-4)
NOTE
In cold weather, two personnel will be required to start the engine. One person to operate the
RELAY LATCH and ignition switches, and one person to operate the ether injector pump.
a.
Insert key into ignition switch (1).
b.
Press button on top of engine throttle control (2), pull the engine throttle control all the way out until it stops
(approximately 4 inches), push in on engine throttle control to about one-fourth the distance (approximately 1
inch). then release button.
c.
Disengage clutch by pulling clutch lever (3) forward (toward front of unit).
d.
Turn ignition key to RUN position.
e.
Set ENGINE RUN/STOP switch (4) to RUN position.
f.
Set SAFETY BYPASS switch (5) to the ON position.
g.
In cold weather, when the engine starts to turn over, pump the ether injector pump (6) very slowly. Stop
pumping just as engine starts.
CAUTION
Do not actuate starter for more than 20 seconds at a time. Wait one minute between each
starting attempt.
h.
Press and hold in RELAY LATCH switch (7) and at same time, turn and hold ignition key (1) in the START
position. Engine should start.
i.
When engine starts, release the RELAY LATCH switch (7) and the ignition key (ignition switch will spring
back to RUN position).
j.
If engine does not start, release the RELAY LATCH switch (7) and ignition key. Wait for 15 seconds and
repeat step g, (if cold weather start), step h and step i.
k.
After engine starts, check ENGINE OIL PRESSURE gage (8) for 90 psi (620.55 kPa).
I.
Check ENGINE HEAD TEMPERATURE gage (9) for approximately 110° F (43 C).
m.
When ENGINE OIL PRESSURE and ENGINE HEAD TEMPERATURE readings are acceptable, turn engine
throttle control (2) in counterclockwise direction until it stops (full throttle).
n.
Engage clutch by pushing clutch lever (3) towards back of unit.
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