EDGE 4Z9020 - Caterpillar

Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion which may cause personal injury.Always start and operate the engine in a well ventilated area, and, if in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
Make sure that no one is on the machine, underneath the machine or around the machine. Make sure that there are no personnel in the area.
Close the operator station door.
Adjust the operators seat.
Fasten the seat belt.Note: Before you start the engine, wait for the self test of the Caterpillar Monitoring System. The self test will activate when the engine start switch is turned to the ON position.Reference Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Caterpillar Monitoring System - Self Test" in this section for further information.
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Move transmission direction control switch (1) to the NEUTRAL position. Move steering and transmission lock lever (2) to the LOCKED position.
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Move joystick control lever (5) to the HOLD position.
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Move parking brake control (6) to the ON position to engage the parking brake.
Sound the horn.
Turn engine start switch key (7) to the START position.
Release the engine start switch key when the engine starts.
Do not crank the engine continuously for more than 30 seconds. Allow the starting motor to cool for two minutes before cranking the engine again.
Note: For starting below −18 °C (0 °F), use of additional cold weather starting aids is recommended. A coolant heater, a fuel heater, or some extra battery capacity may be required. At temperatures below −23 °C (−10 °F), consult your Cat dealer or refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations" for the machine that is being serviced.