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STARTING THE MAIN ENGINE -- CONTINUED
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WARNING
If LOW BRAKE PRESSURE indicator comes on and stays on, do not operate ve-
hicle. Potential loss of brakes could cause injury or death to personnel. Notify Unit
Maintenance.
5. Move FUEL TANK toggle switch (3) to FRONT then REAR positions and check fuel tank levels indicated on
FUEL GAUGE (4) .
6. Move engine PREHEAT switch (5) to PURGE for 10 seconds and then to OFF position. This will remove air from
the fuel lines if the vehicle has been sitting for a long time or maintenance has been performed on fuel system.
CAUTION
Do not hold START button in for longer than 15 seconds. Starter motor will overheat.
Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
7. Depress accelerator pedal (6) to its full travel. Push and hold START button (7) until engine runs. Release
START button and accelerator pedal when engine starts. If engine cranks, but fails to start, turn OFF MASTER
switch and wait three to five minutes. Repeat starting procedures. If engine does not start after third try,
troubleshoot (WP 0087 00).
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