John Deere 4045 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Engine Operation- 4.5 L “270” Engines
OURGP11,000016A –19–27JUL06–2/2
RG6580 –UN–20JAN93
Starting Engine Using Key Switch (Earlier Engines)
RG13366 –UN–12FEB04
Starting Engine Using Reset Button and Key Switch (Later
Engines)
A—Reset Button
B—Key Switch
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the starter for more than
15 seconds at a time. To do so may
overheat the starter. If the engine does
not start the first time, wait at least 2
minutes before trying again. If engine
does not start after four attempts, see
Troubleshooting Section.
5. Earlier Engines: Turn key switch to “START” position
as shown and hold until engine starts. Release key
once engine starts; key automatically returns to “ON”
position and instrument panel gauges start operating.
Later Engines: Press and hold in the reset button (A)
while turning key switch (B) to “START” position and
hold until engine starts. Release key once engine
starts; key automatically returns to “ON” position and
instrument panel gauges start operating. Continue to
hold in the reset button until the oil pressure is at a
safe operating level.
6. Warm-up engine for at least 5 minutes before applying
a load. (See WARMING-UP ENGINE, later in this
section.)
7. Check all gauges for normal operation. If operation is
not normal, stop engine immediately and determine
cause.
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