2-1
SECTION 2
OPERATION
2.1 PRE-TRIP INSPECTION
a. Before Starting engine
1. Drain water and sediment from fuel tank sump.
2. Check radiator coolant level. (Add pre-mixed
50/50 permanent anti-freeze and water as required.)
USE ETHYLENE GLYCOL ONLY.
3. Check engine lubrication and fuel filter lines and
connections for leaks. (Tighten connections and/or
replace gaskets.)
4. Check engine oil level (refer to section 1.2).
5. Check V-belts for proper tension, fraying or
cracking. Adjust or replace as necessary (refer to section
4.4).
6. Check battery connections for cleanliness and
tightness. Clean and coat with protectant.
7. Check engine air cleaner and condition of air
cleaner hose.
b. After Starting Unit
1. Check water temperature. (Should be 180-220
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F
after running for 20 minutes)
2. Check oil pressure (refer to section 1.4).
3. Listen for abnormal noises.
4. Check compressor oil level (refer to section 4.6).
5. Observe any signs of fuel or oil leaks.
6. Check radiator hoses and connections for leaks.
2.2 STARTING AND STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS.
a. Starting Instructions, Main Control Panel
1. Place the Rear Control Switch (RCS) in the
REAR position. Observe that the pre heat light is
illuminated indicating that the glow plug controller is
functioning. The light will go out when the glow plugs
have reached the proper temperature for starting. (The
time required to heat the glow plugs will vary depending
on the temperature of the engine).
2. When the preheat light has gone out, depress the
start switch to crank the engine.
CAUTION:
If the engine should fail to start after 20-30
seconds of cranking. Place the Rear Control
Switch (RCS) in the OFF position and wait
several minutes for the starter motor to cool
down before attempting to restart the unit.
b. To Stop The Unit From The Main Control Panel
Place the Rear Control Switch (RCS) in the OFF
position to stop the unit
c. To Start The Unit From The Driver’s Panel
NOTE:
The Rear Control Switch (RCS) located on the
unit main control panel must be in the FRONT
position for the driver’s panel to be active.
1. Place the A/C Switch (ACS) in the ON position.
Observe that the preheat light is illuminated indicating
that that glow plug controller is functioning. The light
will go out when the glow plugs have reached the proper
temperature for starting. (The time required to heat the
glow plugs will vary depending on the temperature of the
engine.)
2. When the preheat light has gone out, depress the
start switch to crank the engine.
CAUTION
If the engine should fail to start after 20-30
seconds of cranking. Place the A/C switch in the
OFF position and wait several minutes for the
starter motor to cool down before attempting to
restart the engine.
d. To Stop The Unit From the Driver’s Panel
Place the A/C switch (ACS) in the OFF position to stop
the unit.
NOTE:
If the power pack should malfunction and be
shut down by one of the safety cutouts the A/C
stop light will illuminate. Do not attempt to
operate the unit until the cause for the
shutdown has been identified and corrected.
