CARRIAGE A 0313673 - Caterpillar

Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion which may be harmful to your healthAlways start and operate the engine in a well-ventilated area and, if in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
Inject starting aid (ether), only while cranking the engine, or after initial start-up, until the engine is running smoothly.Use sparingly, excessive ether without cranking can cause piston and ring damage.Wait approximately two seconds before injecting again.Use ether for cold starting purposes only.After every 30 seconds of engine cranking, allow two minutes for starting motor to cool before cranking again.Turbocharger (if equipped) damage can result, if the engine rpm is not kept low until the engine oil light/gauge verifies the oil pressure is sufficient.
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Turn the battery disconnect switch to the ON position.
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Engage the parking brake (4) .
Move the transmission control (1) to the NEUTRAL position.
Engage the transmission neutral lock (5) .
Unlock the steering column. Move the steering column to the desired position and lock the steering column.
Move the control levers to the HOLD position.
Partially depress the governor control pedal. Continue to hold the governor control pedal as you crank the engine.
Turn the engine start switch key (3) in order to start the engine.
Push the ether starting aid switch (2) and release.
Operate the ether starting aid switch (2) at two second intervals as the engine is cranked. Continue to use the ether starting aid until the engine starts and the engine is running smoothly.
Release the engine start switch key (3) when the engine starts. Release the governor control pedal after the engine starts.
If oil pressure does not raise within 10 seconds after the engine starts, stop the engine and make necessary repairs.
For starting below -18°C (0°F), the use of cold weather starting aids is recommended. One of the following may be required.
A coolant heater
A fuel heater
A jacket water heater
Extra battery capacityAt temperatures below -23°C (-10°F), consult your Caterpillar dealer. For additional information, refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations".