(3) Engine Starting
I)
Depress the engine throttle lever or throttle pedal and turn the
starter switch key clockwise to START position.
The cranking period must not exceed ten seconds.
Continuous starter operation of more than ten seconds will lead
to overdischarge of the batteries as well as starter seizure.
If the engine cannot be started in one time attempt, keep the
batteries and the starter stationary at least 30 seconds for their
functional recovery, then repeat the pre-heating and the starting
operations.
NOTlCE: Continuous re-engagement of the starter to the flywheel
ring gear without giving them a break will result in the
damaged starter
pinion
gear
and
flywheel ring
gear.
2)
If, despited repeated operations, the engine does not start, wait
for a minute or more until the functions of the batteries and
starter are recovered and then repeat pre-heating and starting
operations.
3) When repeating starting operation, return the key to the OFF
position and then pre-heat and start the engine once again.
If the engine still remains unstarted, something may be wrong
with the engine. Check the repeated parts to locate the cause.
NOTICE: Do not use starting “aids” in the air intake system. Such
aids can cause immediate engine damage.
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