Katolight — Starting the Engine
Operation · John Deere 6125HF070 engine
From a Katolight manual covering: 10.5 L, 12.5, D415FGJ4, D415FJJ4, D415FNJ4, D415FPJ4, D415FRJ4, D41S5FRJ4, KDGC-2001, KDGC-500, PowerTECH 10.5/12.5 L, UN-1GNOVOS. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Katolight D415FGJ4, Katolight D415FJJ4, Katolight D415FNJ4, Katolight D415FPJ4, Katolight D415FRJ4, Katolight D41S5FRJ4, John Deere 6125 HF 070 engine, John Deere 6125HF070 engine, Katolight 6125HF070 engine
Before you start
- Install proper exhaust ventilation before starting in a confined building
Procedure
- Perform all daily prestarting checks.
- Open the fuel supply shut-off valve, if equipped.
- Disengage power to any engine drivelines.
- Set slow idle using speed select switch.
- Turn key start switch clockwise to crank engine.
- After start, idle at not more than 1200 rpm until warm.
- Check all gauges for normal operation.
Specs & values
- Do not operate starter more than 30 seconds; wait 2 minutes between attempts
Full service-parts list: Katolight D415FGJ4 →, Katolight D415FJJ4 →, Katolight D415FNJ4 →, Katolight D415FPJ4 →, Katolight D415FRJ4 →, Katolight D41S5FRJ4 →, John Deere 6125 HF 070 engine →, John Deere 6125HF070 engine →
Source: Katolight manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.