5083e Glow Plugs

[mtncur]

Does anyone know how to activate the glow plugs on a 5083e for cold weather starting or does this model even come standard with glow plugs?

 

[RedNeckRacin]

you have to turn the key one notch to the clockwise and push the key in. I would suggest plugging in the tractor for easier starting. I dont think it is a standard option.

 

[ctlguy]

I believe, but could be wrong, if you do not have an air intake heater on youre unit the pushing of the key at 1/4 does not do anything in this instance. I agree that a coolant heater is the best option, and the air intake heater could be helpful. As a base unit I don't think the 5xxxE's have a starting aid.

 

[RedNeckRacin]

I believe, but could be wrong, if you do not have an air intake heater on youre unit the pushing of the key at 1/4 does not do anything in this instance. I agree that a coolant heater is the best option, and the air intake heater could be helpful. As a base unit I don't think the 5xxxE's have a starting aid.

You are correct in the way I understand it. All of the cold weather aids are "Accessories" and I gave the OP the benefit of the doubt in that he meant the intake heater and not glow plugs.

 

[MattLynch]

You guys are correct, no glow plugs, just an intake pre-heater. I always keep mine plugged in but I have started it in -30 when the power was out and it started no problem.
Glow plugs are not required on all diesel engines, it depends on the injector location and combustion chamber design.