3. Operation
3.5 Engine operation
3.5.1 Starting the Engine
The load indicator light (2) monitors the functioning of
the alternator. It illuminates when the Engine stopped
in the ignition on (position «I») and must go out when
Important
Engine runs.
The APH 100-20 ACEforce additionally has an oil
pressure control light (4) for monitoring the motor oil
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• Set the engine speed lever to full load.
• Press emergency-stop-connection.
• Insert the ignition key (1) and turn to «I»; the charging indica-
tor (2) lights up and a horn (3) sounds.
• Turn the ignition key to «II».
If the engine starts,
• release the ignition key (1) and
• set the engine speed lever to idle.
• Allow the engine to run for 1-2 minutes in order to warm up.
Only operate the starter with a stationary engine.
Do not operate the starter for more than 20 – 30
seconds.
Attention
Immediately release the ignition key when the en-
gine runs.
Wait for 30 seconds before trying again.
Never turn the key to the «0» position when the en-
gine is running. The regulator can be destroyed
and the battery will not charge !
3.5.2 Hand start
Attention
• Set the engine speed control lever to full load.
• Turn ignition key via position «I».
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• Move the decompressor (1) lever until it stops in start position.
• Insert the starting crank (2) and turn it with increasing speed.
After starting of the engine,
• release ignition key.
• Set the speed lever to idle.
• Allow the engine to run for 2-3 minutes in order to warm up.
• By misfire ignition return the decompressor lever to its initial
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Machines with electrical starter: Never hand start
with a disconnected battery, this leads to immedi-
ate destruction of the regulator.
position and repeat steps 1-5.
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