COVER-HOUSING 0823083 - 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.
Move the transmission control (lever) to the parking brake ENGAGED position.
Move all controls (levers) to the HOLD position.
Before you crank the engine, depress the accelerator control (pedal). Depress the pedal by a distance of 1/3 of the full pedal travel. Maintain the accelerator control at this distance when you start the engine.
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds. Allow the starting motor to cool for two minutes 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.
Turn the engine start switch key in order to start the engine. Release the engine start switch key when the engine starts.Engine Starting with Ether Starting Aid
Follow Step 1 through Step 3 of the Engine Starting procedure.
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Push down on the ether starting aid switch (if equipped) and release the ether starting aid switch.
Press the switch at two second intervals. Continue this procedure until the engine starts and until the engine is not running rough.
Release the engine start switch key when the engine starts.When the temperature is below -18°C (0°F), the use of optional cold weather starting aids is recommended. A coolant heater, a fuel heater, a jacket water heater, or extra battery capacity may be required.Before you operate the machine in temperatures below -23°C (-10°F), consult your Caterpillar dealer or see Special Publication, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations".