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5-7. Engine Prestart Checks
Check all engine fluids daily.
Engine must be cold and on a level surface.
Automatic shutdown system stops engine if
oil pressure is too low or engine tempera-
ture is too high.
This unit has a low oil pressure shut-
down switch. However, some condi-
tions may cause engine damage before
the engine shuts down. Check oil level
often and do not use the oil pressure
shutdown system to monitor oil level.
NOTICE
−
Follow run-in procedure in en-
gine manual. If unburned fuel and oil collect
in exhaust pipe, see Section 10.
Fuel
NOTICE
−
Do not use gasoline. Gasoline
will damage engine.
The unit is shipped with enough fuel to pre-
vent air from entering fuel system. Add fresh
diesel fuel before starting (see engine main-
tenance label for fuel specifications). Leave
filler neck empty to allow room for ex-
pansion.
Engine stops if fuel level is low.
Oil
After fueling, check oil with unit on level sur-
face. If oil is not up to full mark on dipstick,
add oil (see maintenance label).
To improve cold weather starting:
Use Starting Aid switch (see Section
6-2).
Keep battery in good condition. Store
battery in warm area.
Use fuel formulated for cold weather
(diesel fuel can gel in cold weather).
Contact local fuel supplier for fuel in-
formation.
Use correct grade oil for cold weather
(see Section 8-1).
Full
907 520
−
4
Diesel
Full
NOTICE
−
Follow run-in
procedure in engine
manual. If unburned fuel
and oil collect in exhaust
pipe, see Section 10.
