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Starting the Engine.
• Make sure all guards and covers are in place and secure.
• Engine room is properly cleaned of all spillage of oil and fuel.
• Automatic shut off circuits are in place and are not bypassed.
• Inspect engine for possible potential hazards.
Engine Operation
• Never demand more from the engine. The injection pump must not be adjusted.
• If faults occur, find the cause immediately and have it eliminate in order to prevent more serious of
damage.
• Use only genuine KIRLOSKAR spare parts.
• Never let the engine run when dry, i.e. without lube oil or coolant. Use only KIRLOSKAR approved
service products (engine oil, anti-freeze and anticorrosion agent).
• Pay attention to cleanliness. The Diesel fuel must be free of water.
• Have the engine maintained at the specified intervals.
• Do not switch off the engine immediately when it is warm, but let it run without load for about 5
minutes so that temperature equalization can take place.
• Never put cold coolant into an overheated engine.
• Do not add so much engine oil that the oil level rises above the max. marking on the dipstick.
• Always ensure that the testing and monitoring equipment (for battery charge, oil pressure, and
coolant temperature) function satisfactorily.
• Comply with instructions for operation of the alternator.
• Do not let the water pump run dry. If there is a risk of frost, drain the water when the engine switched off.
Maintenance operations
• Stop the engine. Allow engine to cool before any repair work is commenced.
• Ensure that protective locks and controls are in place.
• Disconnect batteries.
• Do not attempt any repairs, which you do not understand.
• Use only recommended tools which are in satisfactory condition.
• During cleaning, do not use pressurized air. It can cause personal injury. Wear protective face shield,
protective clothes and footwear during such cleaning.
• Do not tighten or loosen pipes, hoses during operation. The fluid inside will be under pressure and
can cause severe injury.
• Do not bend or strike high pressure pipes. Do not install bent or damaged lines, tubes.
• Inspect all lines for leakage. Leaks can cause fire.
• When checking injectors, do not put your hands under the jet. Do not inhale atomized fuel.
• Do not attempt to open cooling system when the coolant is hot.
• While handling coolants, battery fluids, avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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