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STARTING MAIN ENGINE - Continued
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Pull FUEL SHUT OFF handle (5) to OFF
position before checking for hydrostatic
lock.
Check for hydrostatic lock by intermittently
activating STARTER switch (with MASTER
switch ON and FUEL SHUT OFF handle
pulled out).
Release FUEL SHUT OFF handle (5).
Place throttle control lever to idle position.
If fuel filters have been drained since last
start, hold FUEL PRIME switch (6) ON for
45 seconds. Release switch after allotted
time.
WARNING
Protect your hearing. Due to high intensity noise, hear-
ing protection is required when operating this vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not operate starter continuously for over 30 sec-
onds. If engine does not start, allow l-minute cool-off
period before again engaging starter. Notify Organiza-
tional Maintenance if engine fails to start on fourth try.
Push and hold engine STARTER switch (7) to START until engine starts. Do not
operate continuously for over 30 seconds.
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