PAD 9W6583 - Caterpillar

Starting Above 0 °C (32 °F)
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Turn the battery disconnect switch to the ON position. The battery disconnect switch is located in the rear access compartment on the right side of the machine.
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Move the transmission direction control lever to the PARK position.
Move the engine speed control switch to the LOW IDLE position.
Place the switch for the parking brake in the PARK position.
If the machine is equipped with a machine security system, check that the indicator for the machine security system is OFF. If the indicator is red the engine will not start.
Move the control levers to the HOLD position.
Turn the key start switch to the START position. Crank the engine. Release the key when the engine starts. Note: When the key is moved directly from the OFF position to the START position, there will be a short delay in order for the engine ECM to signal the starter to engage. If the key is already in the ON position the starter will engage immediately when the key is turned to the START position.
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds. Allow the starter to cool for two minutes before cranking again. Turbocharger damage can result if the engine rpm is not kept low until the oil gauge display verifies that the oil pressure is sufficient.
Ether Starting Aid
Ether Starting Aid - The machine is equipped with an ether starting aid. The ether starting aid is continuously available to the engine for the purpose of cold weather starting. The engine ECM will determine automatically when the premeasured amount of ether injects the engine air intake. This will occur during the engine starting procedure. The indicator light indicates that the relay for the ether aid is being activated.For starting below −18°C (0°F), the use of the cold weather starting aids is recommended. A fuel heater, a jacket water heater, and extra battery capacity may be required.At temperatures below −23°C (−10°F), consult your Caterpillar dealer. For information on starting the engine in cold weather, refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations for all Caterpillar Machines".Subsequent Engine Starting Procedures
Keep engine speed low until the engine oil pressure registers on the gauge or the engine oil indicator light goes out.If it does not register or the light does not go out within ten seconds, stop the engine and investigate the cause before starting again. Failure to do so, can cause engine damage.
Allow a cold engine to warm up at low idle for at least five minutes.
You can begin to operate the machine with a reduced load.
When the oil pressure reaches the normal operating range and the temperature gauge begins to move, you may operate the machine at full load.
Monitor the lights and the gauges frequently during operation.
Check oil levels in the power train, the engine, and the hydraulic systems when the oil is at operating temperature. Maintain the oil levels to the FULL marks.