N39453 Chapter 3
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How to start the engine
Use only this procedure to start the engine; it has been designed to protect the engine and the environment.
Several factors can affect engine startup, for example:
• The power of the batteries
• The performance of the starter motor
• The viscosity of the lubricating oil
• The installation of a cold start system.
Diesel engines need a cold starting aid if they are to start in extremely cold conditions. These engines are tted
with glow plugs as standard and are only necessary in ambient temperatures colder than -5
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Before the engine is started the operator should understand fully the controls and their use.
Preparations for an engine start.
1. Ensure that there is more than enough fuel in the tank for the voyage.
2. Ensure that the fuel supply control (if tted) is in the open position.
3. Check the amount of coolant in the radiator.
4. Check the amount of lubricating oil in the sump.
Caution: Ether type fuels must not be used.
Engine starting with the optional control panel - local operation
Use the following procedure in order to start the engine.
1. Turn the engine control switch (C4) to the manual start position (C3)
2. If the preheat timer is congured, it will be initiated. After the timer has expired, the engine will begin to
crank.
Note: When the engine starts, the starter motor is disengaged and is locked out.
3. If the engine did not start, then the control module (C1) will permit the starter motor to cool down for a
predetermined amount of time. Once this time has elapsed, the engine will crank.
Note: The ‘’Failed to Start’’ fault will be displayed after three unsuccessful attempts to start the engine and
an LED indicator will ash. In this situation, the engine control switch (C4) must be moved to the Stop/Reset
position (C2). Determine the reason that the engine failed to start before making further attempts.
4. After the engine has started, the fault protection timer is activated, which allows the engine to stabalise
before the fault protection system is activated. When the timer has expired, the fault protection is available.
The generator load may now be applied to the engine.
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