OPERATING THE ENGINE16
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A Do not turn the key switch to the "START" position
while the engine is running.
A When the temperature is below 0 , run the engine at
medium speed to warm up the lubricant of the engine
and transmission for at least 10 minutes. If the
machine is operated before the lubricant is warm
enough, the machine life will be shortened.
A Do not operate the machine under full load until it is
sufficiently warmed.
A Do not use starting fluid.
A When the ambient temperature is less than -15 ,
remove the battery from the machine and store it
somewhere warm until next operation.
CHECKING ENGINE START SYSTEM
The Engine Start System in your machine are designed to
protect you while operating. Please check these Engine
Start System periodically. It is recommended to check the
Engine Start System before daily operation.
To avoid personal injury:
A Do not allow anyone near the machine while
testing.
A If the machine does not pass one of the
following tests, do not operate the machine.
See your local KUBOTA Dealer.
A Sit on operator's seat for all tests.
A Check the following tests before operating the
machine.
1. Check the following tests before operating the mower.
Sit on the operator's seat for all tests.
2. If the machine does not pass one of the following tests,
do not operate the machine.
Contact your KUBOTA Dealer.
Test 1 (Safety Start Control 1)
1. Depress the brake pedal fully.
2. Engage the PTO lever.
3. Turn the key switch to the "START" position.
4. The engine should not crank.
Test 2 (Safety Start Control 2)
1. Disengage the PTO lever.
2. Release the brake pedal.
3. Turn the key to the "START" position.
4. The engine should not crank.
Test 3 (Engine Safety Control)
1. Open the hood.
2. Sit on the operator's seat.
3. Depress the brake pedal fully.
4. Turn the key to the "START" position.
5. The engine should not crank.
CHECKING OPC SYSTEM
The OPC (Operator Presence Control) system in your
machine are designed to protect you while operating.
Please check these OPC system periodically. It is
recommended to check the OPC system before dairy
operation.
To avoid personal injury:
A Do not allow anyone near the machine while
testing.
A If the machine does not pass one of the
following tests, do not operate the machine.
See your local KUBOTA Dealer.
A Check the following tests before operating the
machine.
1. Check the following tests before operating the mower.
Sit on the operator's seat for all tests.
2. If the machine does not pass one of the following tests,
do not operate the machine.
Contact your KUBOTA Dealer.
7. Turn the key switch to the "START"
position and release the key to the
"ON" position when the engine starts.
(1) Brake pedal
(2) PTO lever
(3) Key switch
(4) Throttle lever
(5) Hydraulic lift lever
(6) Parking brake pedal