BA 1404 en – Edition 2.7 * 1404b330.fm 3-13
Operation
Before starting the engine
☞ Adjust seat position and rearview mirror – see Seat adjustment on page 3-33
All controls must be within easy reach. You must be able to move the drive levers
to their limit positions!
Operate the machine only on appropriately ventilated premises! Ensure suffi-
cient ventilation on enclosed premises!
☞ Fasten your seat belt – see Seat belt on page 3-34
☞ Check whether all levers and pedals are in neutral position
☞ Move the throttle to the center position (between minimum and maximum) if the engine is cold
Starting the engine: general • The starter cannot be actuated if the engine is already running (start repeat interlock)
• Do not run the starter for more than 10 seconds
• Wait about 1 minute so the battery can recover before trying again
Procedure
Actuating the preheating system too long can damage the preheater.
☞ Never preheat the engine more than 20 seconds
After you have completed the starting preparations:
☞ Insert the starting key in the preheating start switch
☞ Turn the starting key to position “1”
☞ Check whether all indicator lights illuminate:
☞ Replace malfunctioning indicator lights immediately.
☞ Turn the starting key to position “2” and hold it in this position for about 5 seconds
➥ The intake air is preheated
☞ Turn the starting key to position “3” and hold it in this position until the engine starts
➥ If the engine does not start after 10 seconds
☞ Interrupt the start procedure and try again after about 1 minute
➥ If the engine still does not start after the second try
☞ Contact a Wacker Neuson workshop for troubleshooting.
➥ As soon as the engine runs:
☞ Release the starting key
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Abb. 46: Preheating start switch
Abb. 47: Indicator lights
Operation