Step

Description

1

Complete all the pre-operation checks as detailed in the Kubota Operators Manual

2

Ensure that the tractor unit is connected to the trailer and that the pneumatic circuit is fully charged. The throttle actuator and run/stop actuator require air to operate. The engine will not start without a fully charged auxiliary pneumatic circuit.

3

Ensure that all E-stop buttons are released.

4

Turn the Start key clockwise one click to the ON position

5

Select the instruction according to the type of remote control below:

Hetronic Radio Remote

Turn the transmitter key clockwise to the ON position. Wait until the second beep – this indicates that the self test routine was successful. Press the green button on the right side of the transmitter to energize the E-stop circuit and start the SMARTlift system.

HBC Radio Remote

Release the E-stop button on the right side of the remote by twisting it clockwise. Press the start button in the right side of the remote. The green LED on the top right side of the remote will flash fast showing it is trying to communicate with the receiver. Once a signal is found the green LED will flash slowly.

Cable Remote

Release the E-stop button on the side of the remote. Press the start button in the side of the remote

Step

Description

6

The green E-stop circuit light should illuminate. Turn the start key clockwise to the GLOW position and hold for five seconds.

7

Turn the start key clockwise to the START position and hold until the engine has started.

You will know that the start is successful when on the LCD display screen, the wheel pattern rotates to spell out S-M-A-R-T-L-I-F-T on each segment.

If the engine fails to start refer to the Troubleshooting Section of this manual and the Kubota Operators Manual.

Caution: The Start Key can be left in the ON position during the day, but must be switched to the OFF position at the end of each day to prevent the Control system battery from discharging completely.