HIGH
ALTITUDE
Ratings apply to altitudes up to 1000-feet (305 m),
standard cooling, normal ambients and with No. 2
Diesel
fuel.
Consult factory or nearest authorized
Onan distributor for operating characteristics under
other conditions.
Engine horsepower loss is approximately 3 percent for each 1000
feet (305 m) of altitude above sea level. Use lower power require-
ment at high altitudes to prevent smoke, over-fueling and high
temperatures.
HIGH
TEMPERATURES
1.
See that nothing obstructs air flow to-and-from
the set.
2.
Keep cooling system clean.
3. Use correct SAE No. oil for temperature
con-
ditions.
LOW
TEMPERATURES
1.
Use correct SAE No. oil for : jmperature
con-
ditions. Change oil only when engine is warm.
2.
Use fresh
fuel.
Protect again; . moisture conden-
sation.
3. Keep fuel system clean and batteries in a well
charged condition.
4.
Partially, restrict cool airflowbutusecaretoavoid
overheating.
5. Connect water jacket heater when set is not
running.
6. Refer to Ford-Dorset manual for further informa-
tion.
Water Jacket Heater: The function of this optional
heater is to keep the engine warm enough to assure
starting under adverse weather conditions. Connect
the heater to a source of power that will be on during
the time the engine is not running. Be sure the voltage
rating is correct for the heater element rating.
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