-14-8-2. Engine start . operation method8-3. Engine stop methodReturn the throttle lever to the slow-speed position.Turn OFF the switch and remove the key.Shift the throttle lever to High rotation.Check the indicators and preheating.K e y t o “ O N ” p o s i t i o n ( e n e r g i z a t i o nand preheating) lets preheating startautomatically.StartAfter the glow lamp went out (completion ofpreheating), Key to “START” position makesthe engine start.* If starting the engine before the glowlamp goes out, it may cause blowout ofthe fuse.OperationKey to “ON” position.Park the machine in a horizontal state, turn off the engine, and check that allmovable sections have stopped. Then put on the side brake and remove the keybefore leaving the machine. Never park the machine on a slope.8-4. Precautions to take when leaving the machine342211CAUTIONOrdinary bolt8 (80)18 (180)36 (360)60 (600)90 (900)M 6M 8M10M12M14Heat-treated bolt16 (160)36 (360)72 (720)120 (1200)Bolts are used for each part. After initial use of the machine, the bolts and nuts mayget loose. Tighten loose bolts and nuts.7. Tightening each part8. Engine starting sequenceOptimum tightening torque: N.m (kgf.cm)Before starting the engine, read the diesel engine operation manual tothoroughly understand the contents.Put on the side brake and set all driving units at the neutral position.Check that the covers are at correct positions and that there is no onearound the machine, and confirm safety before starting the engine.Do not start the engine in a room without an appropriate ventilator.Check that the knife clutch lever is disengaged before starting the engine.8-1. Engine startWARNINGStartStopPositionEnergization and preheatingChargelampGlowlamp OilpressurelampWithin 5 seconds after starting the engine, the safety equipments do not functiondue to the control circuit. Accordingly do not operate the machine for a period of5 seconds after starting.C A U T I O N* When storing the machine outdoors or for a long time, be sure to put therubber cap on.