Echo 72928 Owners Manual v.4 - Manual (Page 13)

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S E C T I O N 2
28 & 50 HP Kubota Chipper Control Panel
Glow Plug
Indicator
No Charge
Indicator
Throttle
Murphy
Switch
Hour Meter
(Optional)
Temperature
Gauge
Key Switch
Pressure
Gauge
2.3 Operation
2.3.1 Starting: 28 & 50 HP Kubota Model
CAUTION: Move machine to a clear, level area
paved, concrete, or gravel surface. Do not operate
in the vicinity of bystanders. Make sure cutting chamber
is empty before starting.
1. Before starting, fill engine with oil to the correct level.
See engine manual for additional starting, operation,
and maintenance instructions.
NOTE: Some oil usage is normal. Check level with each
use.
WARNING: Handle fuel with care. It is highly
flammable. Always use an approved container and
fill tank outdoors.
2. Before starting, fill fuel tank with fresh, clean diesel
fuel. For instructions on bleeding the fuel system on
initial start up or if fuel runs out, see engine manual.
CAUTION: See operation/start-up decal by foot
clutch pedal on machine before starting.
3. Turn key switch to preheat position. Hold in preheat
position for several seconds until glow plug indicator
light switches off.
4. Push throttle control in until it stops.
5. Depress foot clutch pedal, this will disengage drive belt
and enable engine to start.
6. Push in and hold Murphy switch push-button. Con-
tinue to hold Murphy switch in when cranking engine
until engine is running.
7. Activate the starter switch. Release the switch as
soon as the engine starts. Do not crank over for more
than 10 seconds. Release Murphy switch after engine
is running; hold murphy switch in longer if engine
immediately kills after releasing.
Note: The Murphy switch system will shut the engine off
if the oil pressure is too low or if the engine temperature
is too high. If the engine will not run or shuts of for these
reasons, consult your local dealer.
8. Push center throttle control button in. Increase
throttle control to full throttle. Turn throttle control
knob clockwise to achieve maximum RPM.
9. Slowly let foot clutch pedal up. This will engage
drive belt and the rotor will turn. If the engine kills
when engaging the drive belt, release foot clutch
pedal more slowly.
10. When clutch is engaged, the foot pedal may vibrate
or shake until the engine and rotor have increased to
full running RPM (3000 RPM).
Do not move chipper during operation.
CAUTION: Obtain and wear safety glasses at all
times when operating the machine. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing. Use common sense and practice
safety to protect yourself from branches, sharp objects
and other harmful objects.
WARNING: Do not leave machine unattended or
attempt any inspection or service unless the engine
is stopped and the key switch is in OFF position.