825, 826, & 835 COMPACTORS Starting The Engine Caterpillar


Starting The Engine
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1.1. When Starting Fluid is Required
2.1. Starting With Boost

1. Be sure safety link is in storage position.

2. Engage parking brake.

3. Move range selector to NEUTRAL.

4. Apply range selector safety lock.

5. Move dozer control to HOLD.

6. Turn disconnect switch ON.


NOTICE

Never turn disconnect switch OFF with engine running.


7. Depress accelerator just past detent.

8. Push in and turn HEAT-START switch to HEAT for indicated time (see Starting Aid Chart).

9. Push in and turn HEAT-START switch to START. Release switch when engine starts. (1)
10. When engine starts, it may be necessary to return HEAT-START switch to HEAT until engine runs smoothly.

When Starting Fluid is Required

8. Push in and turn HEAT-START switch to HEAT for indicated time (see Starting Aid Chart).

9. Push in and turn HEAT-START switch to START and discharge starting aid capsule or spray starting fluid sparingly into precleaner while cranking.

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Use starting fluid sparingly. Follow manufacturer's instructions carefully.

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10. When engine starts, it may be necessary to return HEAT-START switch to HEAT until engine runs smoothly.


NOTICE

If engine again does not start, let starter cool for 2 minutes then repeat starting procedure.

Never switch to HEAT when engine is warm and running.


Starting With Boost

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Attach ground cable last, and remove first, to prevent sparks from occurring near the battery which could cause battery vapors to explode. Attach ground cable from booster battery to a point on the frame away from, and below, the battery on the machine to be started.

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NOTICE

When using jumper cables be sure to connect in parallel: Positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-).