5.3 Engine – Starting in manual mode (test run)
Preconditions
☑ Generator (if fitted) is not connected to network.
☑ External start interlock is not active.
DANGER
Rotating and moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Before cranking the engine with starter system, make sure that there are no persons in the engine's
danger zone.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Preparation
Item Action
Operating mode switch (if
fitted)
Change to manual mode.
Preheating pump (if fitted) Switch on.
Starting the engine
Item Action
Switchgear cabinet, control
panel etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
If coolant temperature is
• > 40 °C (with preheating system), or
• > 5 °C (without preheating system):
Press start button.
• Automatic starting sequence is performed;
• Engine speed display instrument indicates increasing speed;
• After the starting sequence is completed, engine is running at rated
speed.
Connecting the generator (if fitted) to network, engine warm-up procedure to
reach operating temperature
Item Action
Switchgear cabinet, control
panel etc. (depending on
manufacturer)
Close the generator circuit breaker.
Engine Apply full load only after engine has reached operating temperature (coolant
temperature approx. 75 °C).
MS15018/03E 2016-02 | Operation | 35
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