CHAPTER
2
DIESEL
ENGINE
OPERATION
2-1 Please pay close attention for safe operation of the diesel engine.
1. The fuel used must be filtered by silk fabric or settled for 24 hours before it is used in the
engine. Never add oil to the crankcase when the engine is running.
2. Keep flammable and combustible goods away from engine while engine is running.
The engine should be placed in a simple ventilated place.
3. Do not touch the muffler when the engine is running or just after it has stopped.
4. The diesel engine should be operated at its rated power and rated speed. If
abnormal operating conditions are detected, stop the engine immediately to check and
fix the problem.
5. A new engine must be properly broken in. For the first 20 hours, run the engine at low
speed and low loads. Do not allow engine to run at high speeds and high loads during the
break in period.
2-2 Fuel Choices
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