Specifications

5. Check the Engine Oil Pressure and Fuel
gauges (16 and 11, Figure O-1) to be sure there
are no problems.
COLD WEATHER STARTING
WARNING
Whenever possible, start and operate engine in
a well-ventilated area. If in an enclosed area,
vent the exhaust to the outside. DO NOT modi-
fy or tamper with the exhaust system.
NOTICE
If operating the sweeper in temperatures below 32ºF
(0ºC), any water in the system will freeze.
Operation in temperatures below freezing may
require use of the optional cold weather starting
kit. If the sweeper is equipped with this feature,
proceed as follows:
1. Verify that a full ether bottle is installed.
2. Make sure the parking brake is engaged.
NOTICE
Never operate the starter for more than 10 seconds.
Longer operation will lead to an over discharge of
the batteries, as well as starter seizure. Wait at least
30 seconds between attempts to start the engine.
3. If unit is equipped with the optional automatic
shutdown feature to protect from damage due
to high coolant temperature or low oil pres-
sure, depress the Shut Down Override switch
(24, Figure O-1) while starting the engine.
4. Hold the Ignition switch (23) in the starting
position until the engine starts, but no longer
than 10 seconds. While holding the Ignition
switch in the start (II) position, press the Cold
Start switch (25). If the engine fails to start
within 10 seconds, wait at least 30 seconds
before trying again.
5. If the engine is coughing, press the Cold Start
switch again. The switch will not be opera-
tional if the engine speed is more than 500
rpm.
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O-9
OPERATION