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USE
PRELIMINARY CHECKS
Before starting the engine each time:
Check the level of technical fluids (fuel, engine oil and coolant), and
top-up if necessary.
Make sure that the air aspiration filter is not blocked or obstructed,
checking at the same time that the mechanical indicator on the filter
does not show the “red” sign. If the engine is equipped with an
electrical blockage sensor, an alarm will be displayed on start-up, by
means of the indicator light on the instrument panel.
Note: The procedures required to clean the filter are indicated
in the chapter CONTROLS AND MAINTENANCE.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE
The start-up and shut-down operations described below apply to an
on-board control panel manufactured by FPT; if the Manufacturer of
the vehicle or machine has fitted a customised instrument panel, these
operations may vary according to the various choices made during
construction.
In these cases, follow the start-up/shut-down sequences and use the
instrument panel description provided in the specific documentation.
ENGINE PRE-HEATING (optional)
(Electrical device)
The engines for which low temperature start-up and immediate
delivery of power are required may be fitted with a 230 V single phase
electrical heating device, which allows the temperature of the coolant
to be raised to or maintained at suitable values. The device is fitted
with a thermostat to cut the power supply when the required
temperature is reached.
CAUTION!
Make sure that no combustible vapours or gasses are
present in the area in which the engine is to operate.
Ensure that closed areas are adequately ventilated and
fitted with a suitable exhaust extraction system.
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