Automatic Start
The DCU can start the engine automatically. In order for an automatic start to begin the DCU
must be in automatic mode, and an automatic start request must be initiated (for instance
terminal 89 on DCU 410E).
Initial Start Delay
sets the time before the first start attempt is performed when an automatic
start attempt is initiated. Typical setting is 1 second.
No. of Start Attempts
sets the total number of start attempts. Typical setting is 3.
Prelube Before Each Start Attempt
selects how the prelubing shall be performed on an
automatic start attempt. Select
Yes
to prelube before each start attempt. Select
No
to
prelube before the first attempt only.
Starter 1
Cranking Time
sets the time the starter engine is engaged. Typical setting is 5 - 7 seconds.
Delay Between Start Attempts
selects the delay between start attempts in an automatic start.
If the engine did not start after the previous attempt, it will delay this many seconds until it
does the next start attempt. Typical setting is 5 - 7 seconds.
The timer starts when the engine rpm is less than 5 RPM.
Starter Type
sets the starter type.
Starter Type is only available if Secondary Starter is selected.
Starter 2
Enable Secondary Starter
enables a dual starting functionality. Select
Yes
for dual starting,
and
No
for just starting the one engine.
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