4.3 Operational checks
DANGER
Rotating and moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Only run the engine at low power. Keep away from the engine's danger zone.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Operational checks
Item
Action
Control and display panels
Check readings of operational data (speed, temperature, pressures).
Engine oil
Check engine oil level (→ Page 163).
Engine operation
Visually inspect engine for leaks and general condition.
Check engine for abnormal running noises, exhaust color and vibrations.
Air filter
Check signal ring position of service indicator on air filter (if fitted).
Battery-charging generator
Check battery-charging generator for contamination, clean as necessary
(→ Page 190).
Exhaust system
Check exhaust color (→ Page 42).
Fuel prefilter
Drain water and contaminatis at the drain cock of the fuel prefilter, if fitted .
Check vacuum gauge setting on fuel prefilter, if installed.
Engine coolant pump
Check relief bore (→ Page 178).
Charge-air coolant pump
Check relief bore (→ Page 188).
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