MacDon 9250 SP - Manual (Page 35)

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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 cold start procedure
below.
Temperature below 16° C (60° F) (cold start):
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.
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 Main-
tenance/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