Man E 2842 LE 302, Operating Instructions Manual

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Commissioning and operation
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Starting
Danger:
Before starting make sure that no-one is in the engine’s danger area.
IC 900 ignition system is used for MAN’s E 2842 LE 302 / E 2842 LE312 gas engine. The
electronic ignition system is a high-voltage capacitor ignition system with microprocessor
control based on crankshaft revolutions. The ignition system must be parameterised be-
fore it is started up. For further information please refer to the operating instructions for
the ignition system and the guide to installation.
Switch on coolant pump before the start.
Switch the starter on and let it run for at least 3 seconds to ensure an adequate flow of
air.
Following the flow of air the ignition and the gas line are released (generally automati-
cally).
When the rated speed has been reached the system can be put under load.
The load applied is increased from 0 to 100% over a period of 3 minutes.
The thermal load on the engine block is thus minimised.
The oil pressure gauge must show the lubricating oil pressure. If this is not the case
switch the engine off immediately.