Allmand Brothers 15-20 V - MLV15-20 HYDRAULIC - Manual (Page 12)

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STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE: The Isuzu engine includes a glow plug cold start system controlled by the ignition
switch on the control panel. Glow plugs are not needed on a warm engine or if the ambient
temperature is above 50 F. Do not use starting fluid or ether!
1. Turn the ignition switch to the PREHEAT position
and hold until the glow plug lamp goes out.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the Start position until the engine starts. Release key as soon as the
engine starts.
3. If engine fails to start it may be necessary to cycle the glow plugs again.
NOTE: To prevent equipment damage, DO NOT hold ignition switch for more than 10 sec-
onds in the start position. If the engine does not start in 10 seconds, wait 30 seconds and
try the start sequence again. Do not run the cell motor for more than 20 seconds continu-
ously. Limit engine cranking to 3 attempts with a 2 minute cooi-down between each. After 3
attempts allow to cool to ambient temperature.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. This breaks the circuit between the battery and the
fuel solenoid, allowing the spring load to immediately move the fuel control to the shutoff
position.
2. Disconnect the ground rod (if so equipped).