Operation start-up procedure (continued) – MacDon 9352c SP User Manual
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OPERATION
 
Start-Up Procedure (continued) 
 
STARTING ENGINE 
 
CAUTION: Be sure the area is clear of 
other persons, pets etc. before 
proceeding. 
 
Temperature above 16° C (60° F): 
Turn ignition key to START position until engine 
starts. Release key. If engine does not start within 
5 seconds of cranking, follow the start procedure 
that suits outside temperature as below. 
 
Temperature between 5° - 16° C (40° - 60° F): 
Move throttle lever (A) fully forward after turning 
ignition key to START position. When engine 
starts, release key and return throttle lever (A) to 
low idle. 
 
WARNING: A grid heater is standard 
on your Cummins engine. However it 
is not activated because it has been 
determined that it is not required for windrower 
applications. 
 
In the event that you decide to activate the grid 
heater do not use ether once the grid heater is 
activated as it may cause an explosion and 
possible injury. 
 
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, variable 
speed lever out of neutral, or header 
clutch engaged, DO NOT START 
ENGINE. Perform Neutral Lock Adjustment. 
(See Maintenance/Service section.) 
 
WARMING UP ENGINE 
Allow engine to run with throttle lever (A) at or near 
low idle position until temperature gauge reaches 
approximately 180
°F (80°C).
 
USING A BOOSTER BATTERY 
If battery charge is low and engine fails to start, an 
extra 12-volt battery can be connected in parallel 
with the windrower battery. Follow directions 
carefully. See "Connecting Booster Battery" in 
Maintenance/Service section. 
A
THROTTLE - IDLE POSITION
ALLOW ENGINE TO REACH OPERATING
TEMPERATURE
