Warning – MacDon M100 SP Operators Manual User Manual

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OPERATOR’S STATION

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Rev. C

IMPORTANT

Do not operate starter for longer than 15
seconds at a time. If engine does not start,
wait at least two minutes before trying
again. After the third 15 second crank
attempt, allow solenoid to cool for 10
minutes before further cranking attempts.
If engine still does not start, refer to
Trouble Shooting section.

WARNING

If starter engages with steering wheel
unlocked, ground speed lever out of neutral,
or header clutch engaged, DO NOT START
ENGINE. See your dealer.

f. Cold Start - engine temperature below 40°F

(5°C).

1. Set throttle (C) to start position – fully back

(low idle).

2. Turn key (D) to

RUN.

3. Grid heater light (E) on CDM will cycle

on/off/on after 2 seconds for a pre-set length
of time. The operating period for the glow
plug light will change depending engine
temperature.

4. When grid heater light goes out, turn key to

START and crank engine until it starts.
Leave throttle at

IDLE.

5. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 1 to 4.

6. Engine will cycle through a period where it

appears to labour.

NOTE

Throttle is non-responsive during this time
as engine is in “WARM UP” mode. This
mode will last from 30 seconds to 3
minutes depending on temperature. After
engine has stabilized and idling normally,
throttle becomes active.

IMPORTANT

Do not operate engine above 1500 rpm
until engine temperature gauge is above
100°F (40˚C).

IMPORTANT

WARNING

If starter engages with steering wheel
unlocked, ground speed lever out of neutral,
or header clutch engaged, DO NOT START
ENGINE. See your windrower dealer.

6.3.5.2 Engine

Warm-Up

Allow engine to run with throttle lever (C) at or
near low idle position until temperature reaches
approximately 100

°F (40°C).

ENGINE TEMP 100 ° F

START

RUN

OFF