4.2 Putting the engine into operation after extended out-of-service
periods (>3 months)
Preconditions
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Engine is stopped and starting disabled.
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MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Putting the PowerPack into operation after extended out-of-service-periods
(>3 months)
Item
Action
Engine
Depreserve (→ MTU Preservation and Represervation Specifications
A001070/..).
Engine
Bar engine manually (→ Page 163).
Valve gear
Standstill ≥ 6 months: Lubricate valve gear (→ Page 182).
Lube oil system
Check engine oil level (→ Page 188);
Check oil level in oil storage tank (→ Page 188).
Coolant circuit
Standstill > 1 year: Change engine coolant (→ Page 193);
Change mixture coolant (→ Page 199).
Coolant circuit
Check engine coolant level (→ Page 192);
Check mixture coolant level (→ Page 198).
Engine cabling
Check plug connections (→ Page 202).
Gas supply
Open gas shut-off valve.
Engine management system Check for fault messages.
Battery
Check, fill acid/alkaline solution (see manufacturer's documentation).
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