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Operation Section
Engine Starting
Engine Starting
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Befo re Start ing Engine
Before the e
ngine is started, perform the required
daily maintenance and any other periodic
maintenance that is due. Refer to the Operation
and Mainte
nance Manual, “Maintenance Interval
Schedule” for more information.
•
For the max
imum service life of the engine, make a
thorough inspection within the engine compartment
before the engine is started. Look for the following
items: oi
l leaks, coolant leaks, loose bolts, and
excessive dirt and/or grease. Remove any excess
dirt and/or grease buildup. Repair any faults that
were ide
ntified during the inspection.
•
Inspect the cooling system hoses for cracks and
for loos
eclamps.
•
Inspect the alternator and accessory drive belts for
cracks
, breaks, and other damage.
•
Inspect the wiring for loose connections and for
worn wi
res or frayed wires.
•
Check the fuel supply. Drain water from the water
separ
ator (if equipped). Open the fuel supply valve
(if equipped).
NOTICE
All v
alves in the fuel return line must be open before
and during engine operation to help prevent high fuel
pressure. High fuel pressure may cause filter housing
fail
ure or other damage.
If the engine has not been started for several weeks,
fue
l may have drained from the fuel system. Air
may have entered the filter housing. Also, when fuel
filters have been changed, some air pockets will be
tr
apped in the engine. In these instances, prime the
fuel system. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Fuel System - Prime” for more information
on
priming the fuel system.
Engine exhaust contains products of combustion
which may be harmful t o your health. Always start
a
nd operate the engine in a well ventilated area
and, if in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the
outside.
•
Do not start the
engine or move any of the controls
if there is a “DO NOT OPERATE” warning tag or
similar warning tag attached to the start switch or
to the control
s.
•
Ensure that the areas around the rotating parts are
clear.
•
All of the guards must be put in place. Check for
damaged gua
rds or for missing guards. Repair
any damaged guards. Replace damaged guards
and/or missing guards.
•
Disconnect any battery chargers that are not
protected against the high current drain that
is created
when the electric starting motor is
engaged. Check electrical cables and check the
battery for poor connections and for corrosion.
•
Reset all of the shutoffs or alarm components (if
equipped).
•
Check the engine lubrication oil level. Maintain the
oil level between the “MIN” mark and the “MAX”
mark on th
e engine oil level gauge.
•
Check the coolant level. Observe the coolant level
in the he
ader tank (if equipped). Maintain the
coolant level to the “FULL” mark on the header
tank.
•
If the engine is not equipped with a header tank
maintain the coolant level within 13 mm (0.5 inch)
of the b
ottom of the filler pipe. If the engine is
equipped with a sight glass, maintain the coolant
level in the sight glass.
•
Observe the air cleaner service indicator (if
equipped). Service the air cleaner when the yellow
diaph
ragm enters the red zone, or when the red
piston locks in the visible position.
•
Ensu
re that any equipment that is driven by the
engine has been disengaged from the engine.
Minimize electrical loads or remove any electrical
load
s.
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