TM 5-3805-294-10
0031
STARTING - Continued
NOTE
During warm-up procedures, if the upper structure is over the side and the boom cylinders
are fully raised, the overload alarm may sound even if the machine is not in an overload
condition. Lower the boom cylinders until the alarm is no longer displayed.
Set machine switch selections for temperatures between 5F (-15C) and below per Table 1.
13.
Table 1.
Machine Switch Selection.
Temperatures 5 to 0F (-15 to
Temperature Below 0F (-18C)
Machine Specification
-18C)
Engine Speed
Speed Dial to Half Speed
Speed Dial to Half Speed
Power Mode Switch Position
High Power (HP) Mode
Economy (E) Mode
Auto-Idle (A/I) Switch Position
OFF
OFF
Travel Speed Switch
Slow (Turtle)
Slow (Turtle)
14.
WARNING
Clear the area of all personnel during machine warm up procedures. Machine can move
unexpectedly. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
Do not hold any hydraulic function over relief for more than 10 seconds. This can cause hot
spots in the control valve. Failure to comply may result in damage to equipment.
15.
Operate swing, boom, arm, and bucket functions slowly and short distances initially in each direction.
16.
Continue cycling cylinders by increasing travel each cycle until full smooth movement of function is obtained.
17.
Swing upperstructure (Figure 10, Item 3) 90 degrees.