OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR A FIRST TIME START
If the engine is equipped with a
fuel/water separator, drain off any
water that has accumulated. Water
in fuel can seriously affect engine
performance and may cause engine
damage. Detroit Diesel recommends
installation of a fuel/water separator
wherever water contamination is a
concern.
Other Checks
Make sure the transmission is
filled to the proper level with the
fluid recommended by the gear
manufacturer. Do not overfill.
Make sure cable connections to
the storage batteries are clean and
tight. Check the hydrometer “eye” of
maintenance-free batteries for charge.
See Figure 5.
Figure 5
Check “Eye” of
Maintenance-Free
Batteries
If lead-acid or low-maintenance
batteries are used, make sure battery
electrolyte level is normal.
Check the turbocharger for signs of
oil or exhaust leaks. Leaks should be
corrected before starting the engine.
Check engine mounting bolts for
tightness. Bolts should be retightened,
if necessary.
Starting the Engine
Before starting the engine the first
time ensure that you have preformed
the operations listed in the System
Checks section.
NOTICE:
The turbocharger may be seriously
damaged if the engine is cranked
with the air shutdown in the closed
position.
If the engine has an emergency manual
or automatic shutdown system, make
sure the control is set in the open
position before starting.
The engine may require the use of a
cold weather starting aid if the ambient
temperature is below 40 F (4 C).
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All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 01/04)
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