RDG603A8 - Issue 1 - Shire 14 Canal Boat Complete Manual 30, 35, 38, 40, 45, 50.doc
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SECTION 4 - Operation
1.
Starting the Engine for the First Time
Remove ignition key.
Ensure all oil and coolant levels are checked.
Ensure both engine and domestic batteries are connected. Battery master switches
must be turned on.
Check all connections and mountings are tight.
2.
Starting Procedure
Note: Shire engines
do not
have a cold start function as standard. Therefore the glow plug
light will not illuminate.
Ensure the gearshift control lever is set to neutral, and that persons are clear of any
moving parts.
Insert the ignition key.
Ensure the domestic battery isolator is turned to the on position
before
starting the
engine, failure to do so may damage the domestic alternator.
Turn key to first position, on.
Observe warning lights (and gauges on deluxe panel). N.B. the engine overheat light
will only illuminate when the water temperature exceeds the safe level
Listen for warning buzzer.
Turn key to second position, start, and hold to crank.
Crank the engine for no more than 15 seconds.
On engine start, immediately release key.
Key will return to first position, on.
The warning buzzer will stop and on the deluxe panel the oil pressure gauge will show
an oil pressure of 3.5
– 4.5 bar [51-65 psi].
Should any warning light not go out, or if there is no reading on the oil pressure gauge,
the buzzer will continue sounding. In this case, stop the engine immediately and check
the relevant system (Note: if the charge light does not go out, briefly increase the
engine speed).
Stop engine immediately if any abnormal noises are detected.
Visually check the engine for oil, fuel and coolant leaks, (after initial start up and at
regular intervals, N.B. engine must be stopped to carry out this check).
