Owner`s manual

COLD WEATHER OR EXTENDED STORAGE
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Power Package Recommissioning
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WARNING
To prevent possible injury or damage to equipment, do not install
the battery until all engine maintenance has been performed.
1. Ensure that all cooling system hoses are connected properly
and hose clamps are tight, all removed drain plugs have been
installed and are tight.
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CAUTION
Reversing the battery cables or connection order will damage
the electrical system. When installing the battery, be sure to
connect the positive (+) battery cable to the positive (+) battery
terminal first, and the negative (–) battery cable to the negative
(–) battery terminal second.
2. Install a fully‑charged battery. Clean the battery cable clamps
and terminals and reconnect cables. Tighten each cable
clamp securely when connecting.
3. Coat battery terminal connections with an anti‑corrosion
agent.
4. Perform all checks in Operation Chart in the Before
Starting column.
5. Refer to Flushing Cooling System before starting engine.
6. Supply water to the engine cooling system.
ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The throttle should not be advanced until the engine
idles and runs smoothly and the water temperature reaches a
minimum of 54 °C (130 °F). Advancing the throttle prematurely
while the PCM is in its rich running mode will result in poor engine
starting and performance.
1. Connect the main permanent fuel line to the engine.
2. Do not advance the throttle until the engine idles and runs
smoothly and the water temperature reaches a minimum of 54
°C (130 °F).