OPERATING THE MACHINE
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Auto-Idle
Auto-Idle Function
Withtheauto-idlefunctionturnedtotheONposition,
approximately4secondsafterallcontrolleversarereturned
toneutral,theenginespeeddecreasestotheauto-idle
setting to save fuel consumption.
The engine speed will immediately increase to the speed
set by the engine control dial when the engine control
dialisoperatedwiththepilotcontrolshut-offleverpulled,
or when either the control lever or engine control dial is
operatedwiththepilotcontrolshut-offleverpusheddown.
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WARNING:
Prevent the machine from unexpected movement.
Be sure to turn the auto-idle function to the OFF
position when unexpected machine movement is
undesirable, especially when loading/unloading the
machine for transportation.
The engine speed will increase to the speed set by
the engine control dial when any control lever is
operated from the neutral position while auto-idle
display (1) indicates “ON”. If the operator is not aware
of the high engine speed setting, the engine speed
will unexpectedly increase when any control lever is
operated, causing unexpected machine movement,
thus possibly resulting in serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT: Always check if auto-idle indicator (1) is ON
or OFF before starting operation. If the indicator is ON,
the auto-idle function will be activated.
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NOTE: Use the auto-idle function only after warm-up
operation is complete. Failure to do so may not reduce the
engine speed.
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