Lister Petter T Series, Operator'S Handbook Manual

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T series enGines operaTors' handbook
3. sTarTinG and sToppinG
3.1 preliminary
insTruCTions
The following operating instructions
are of a general nature and should be
read in conjunction with, or substituted
by, the equipment manufacturers'
instructions.
WarninG
do not attempt to start any diesel
engine unless you have been
properly trained. It is dangerous.
Before attempting to start any engine
the operator should read 1. Safety
Precautions and be conversant with
the use of the engine controls and the
correct starting procedures.
CauTion
ether-based cold start aids in
aerosol cans must not be used
under any circumstances.
Systems may be fitted to allow a
measured quantity to be injected
into the inlet manifold, but these
must be used in accordance with the
manufacturers' instructions.
WarninG
do noT breAThe exhAUST
gASeS AS They ConTAIn CArbon
MonoxIde, A ColoUrleSS,
odoUrleSS And PoISonoUS
g A S T h A T C A n C A U S e
UnConSCIoUSneSS And deATh.
3.2 exCess Fuel deviCe
The engines are fitted with an automatic
excess fuel device which becomes
operative, ready for the next start, when
the engine is stopped.
If the engine stops other than by
the operation of the engine control
(Figure 3.2) , the control must be turned
anti clockwise to the sTop position
and released before the device can
operate.
Figure 3.2 The engine control
As the engine runs up to speed the
excess fuel device will automatically
reset to the normal running position.
3.3 Cold sTarTinG aid
The cold starting aid may be fitted to
the combustion air intake ports and is
used when the ambient temperature is
below -10°C (14°F).
Figure 3.3 Cold start
1.With the fuel turned on, turn the
engine for up to 20 revolutions
to prime the fuel and lubrication
systems.