8 USING THE MACHINE IN COLD WEATHER
8.1 Preparation for use in cold weather
• In cold weather, you may have difficulty starting the engine because the coolant and fuel can
be frozen.
• Consequently, take the following measures :
1. Use oil and fuel suitable for the outside temperature.
3 Recommended greases and fluids, page 137
2. Keep the battery charged. In cold weather, remove the battery after using the machine and
store it in a heated room to facilitate restarting the machine.
8.2 Starting in cold weather
WARNING
Consult these pages and respect these safety instructions before starting up the machine.
2.1 Precautions before starting the engine, page 63
1. Pull the acceleration lever back to full gas position.
B= Throttle lever
2. Turn the key to the ON position.
a. Keep the key in the ON position to warm up the engine until the "warm-up" icon no longer
appears on the screen.
b. When the glow plug icon no longer appears on the screen, turn the key to the START position
to start the engine.
c. Release the key after the engine starts and it will return itself to ON position.
3. When the engine speed increases, move the throttle switch to the idle position.
IMPORTANT
Do not leave the key in START position for over 10 seconds.
If the engine does not start, position the key at OFF. Wait 30 seconds then restart the
engine.
Moving or operating the machine without warming it up first may affect its performance.
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