John Deere 5103E - Manual (Page 38)

Operating the Engine
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Starting the Engine
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Machinery Runaway
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Hand Throttle and Key Switch
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Fuel Shut-off Knob
A—Hand Throttle
B—Key Switch On
C—Fuel Shut Off Knob
1. Push hand throttle (A) forward off idle position
(approximately 1/3 of full throttle). Engine may not start
with throttle pulled completely down.
2. Make sure fuel shut-off knob (C) is pushed in.
CAUTION: Avoid possible injury or death from a
machine runaway.
Do not start engine by shorting across starter
terminals. Machine will start in gear and move if
normal circuitry is bypassed.
Start engine only from operator’s seat with
transmission in NEUTRAL.
NEVER start engine while standing on ground.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT run a cold engine at full
throttle.
3. Depress clutch pedal and turn key switch fully
clockwise (B) to engage starter. Release key when
engine starts. If key is released before engine starts,
wait until starter and engine stop turning before trying
again.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 20
seconds at a time. If engine does not
start, wait at least two minutes for the
starter motor to cool before trying
again. If engine does not start in four
attempts, refer to “Troubleshooting”
section.
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