TORQUE CONVERTER & HOUSING GP 3362446 - 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.
Adjust the operator seat.
Adjust the steering column tilt control. Adjust the tilt control for the steering wheel.
Fasten the seat belt.
Raise all lowered attachments in order to pass over any obstacles.
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Depress service brake control (2) in order to prevent the machine from moving.
Engage transmission modulator control (1) .
Move the transmission control (lever) to the parking brake ENGAGED position.
Move all controls (levers) to the HOLD position.
Release service brake control (2) .
Release transmission modulator control (1) .
Turn the engine start switch key in order to start the engine. Release the engine start switch key when the engine starts.
Depress accelerator control (3) until you achieve the desired engine speed.
Drive the machine forward in order to have the best visibility and the best control.
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.
For operator comfort and maximum service life of power train components, deceleration and/or braking is recommended before any directional shifts are made.
Starting the Engine with Ether Starting Aid
Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion which may be harmful to your health.Always 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.
Follow Step 1 through Step 11 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.
Follow Step 12 through Step 13 of the Engine Starting procedure.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".